Dimethyl Carbonate by Special Materials Company

           

 

 

 

MSDS Number: M3574                          Effective Date: 1/18/2011                       Supersedes: 11/15/2007

Product Name: Dimethyl Carbonate       Product Code: SMC Spec. 3574

 

Company Identification:               Special Materials Company

                                                 70 West 40^th Street

                                                                 New York, New York 10018

 

Phone:                                     (646) 366-0400

Fax:                                         (646) 366-0595

CHEMTREC (emergency):         800-424-9300                 Outside USA:   (703) 527-3887

           

 

 

Emergency Overview

Colorless flammable liquid, potentially hazardous vapors. Can cause eye and skin irritation upon contact. >Inhalation of vapors can cause anesthetic effect leading to death in poorly ventilated areas. Hazard symbols for this product - F Risk Phrases - R11

 

Potential Health Effects

Inhalation:       Inhalation of mists or vapors may cause irritation to upper respiratory tract and mucous membranes. Inhalation of vapors can cause anesthetic effect leading to death in poorly ventilated areas.

Skin:                Contact with skin may cause irritation, dermatitis.

Eye:                 Contact with eyes may cause pain and irritation.

Ingestion:         May be irritating to digestive tract; may cause gastric distress, stomach pains.

Carcinogenicity:                               NTP?  No                             ARC MONOGRAPHS?  No                             OSHA REGULATED?  No

 

 

Hazardous Components	CAS #	% (by weight)	OSHA PEL		ACGIH TWA		SMC CEL		SARA TITLE III	RQ    LBS
			PPM	MG/M3	PPM	MG/M3	PPM	MG/M3
Dimethyl Carbonate	616-38-6	99 - 100	not established

 

 

 

 

 

Inhalation: Remove affected person to fresh air; if symptoms persist seek medical attention.

Skin: Remove contaminated clothing; wash affected area with soap and water; launder contaminated clothing before reuse; if irritation persists, seek medical attention.

Eye: Remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with water for 15 minutes; if irritation persists, seek medical attention.

Ingestion: Give two glasses of water for dilution; DO NOT induce vomiting; never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person; seek medical attention.

 

 

 

Flash Point (Method used):                  63⁰ F (17⁰ C) TCC

Flammable Limits:                               LEL: 4.2 %  UEL:     12.9 %

Autoignition Temperature:                   869⁰ F (465⁰ C)              NFPA Class:     IB

 

General Hazards:         

Product is flammable. Products of combustion include compounds of carbon, hydrogen and oxygen, including carbon

monoxide. Vapors may cause a flash fire or ignite explosively. Vapors may travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back.

Extinguishing Media:

Carbon dioxide, water, water fog, dry chemical, chemical foam.

Fire Fighting Procedure:

Firefighters must wear full facepiece self - contained breathing apparatus in positive pressure mode. Do not use solid stream of water since stream will scatter and spread fire. Fine water spray can be used to keep fire - exposed containers cool.

Unusual Fire / Explosion Hazards:

Closed containers can explode due to buildup of pressure when exposed to extreme heat. Do not use direct stream of water on pool fires as product may reignite on water surface. Caution - Material is flammable!

Hazardous Combustion Products:

Smoke, fumes or vapors, oxides of carbon

 

STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: CAUTION - FLAMMABLE - Evacuate and ventilate area; remove all sources of sparks, ignition and open flames; confine and absorb into approved absorbent; place material into approved containers for disposal; do not wash to sewer or waterway.

 

 

PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: Keep container closed when not in use; protect containers from abuse; protect from extreme temperatures. CAUTION - FLAMMABLE - keep away from all sources of ignition. "Empty" containers may contain residue which may form explosive vapors. Do not weld or cut near empty container that has not been professionally reconditioned. Use non sparking tools when opening and closing containers. Maintain well ventilated work areas to minimize exposure when handling this material.

 

 

Engineering Controls:

The use of local exhaust ventilation is recommended to control emissions near the source. Provide mechanical ventilation of confined spaces. Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment. See Section 2 for Component Exposure Guidelines.

Personal Protection
Respiratory Protection:

None required while threshold limits are kept below maximum allowable concentrations; if TWA exceeds standard workplace limits, NIOSH approved respirator must be worn. Refer to 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149 for complete regulations.

Protective Gloves:

Butyl rubber gloves with cuffs.

Eye Protection:

Protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles. Refer to 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.

Other Protective Clothing or Equipment:

Coveralls, apron, or other equipment should be worn to minimize skin contact, safety eyewash station nearby.

Work / Hygienic Practices:

Practice safe workplace habits. Minimize body contact with this, as well as all chemicals in general.

 

 

 

Vapor Pressure (MM Hg):         42 mm Hg @ 20⁰C                                             Vapor Density (Air=1):              3.1

Specific Gravity (Water=1):       1.066 – 1.076                                                    Evaporation Rate (nBuAc= 1):  3.2

Solubility in Water:                  13.9 g/100 g water                                              Freezing Point:  36 - 40⁰ F (2-4⁰ C)

Appearance and Odor:             Clear Colorless Liquid, characteristic odor            pH:    not applicable                            

Boiling Point:                          194⁰ F (90⁰ C)                                                     Physical State: Liquid

Volatile Organic Compounds (Total VOC’s):     0                                              Viscosity: 0.625 cps @20⁰C 

 

Stability: Stable                                                Conditions to Avoid: Extreme temperatures.

Incompatibility (Materials to Avoid):     Strong oxidizers, strong acids

Hazardous Decomposition: Decomposition will not occur if handled and stored properly. In case of a fire, smoke, fumes or vapors and oxides of carbon may be produced.

Conditions to Avoid:                Ignition sources.                        Hazardous Polymerization:      Will not occur.

 

 

Hazardous Ingredients	CAS #	EINECS #	LD50 of Ingredient (Specify Species and Route)	LD50 of Ingredient (Specify Species)
Dimethyl Carbonate	616-38-6	210-478-4	13,000 mg / kg Oral - rat	Not established

 

 

No data are available on the adverse effects of this material on the environment. Neither COD nor BOD data are available. Based on the chemical composition of this product it is assumed that the mixture can be treated in an acclimatized biological waste treatment plant system in limited quantities. However, such treatment should be evaluated and approved for each specific biological system. None of the ingredients in this mixture are classified as a Marine Pollutant.

 

 

WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD: Dispose of in accordance with Local, State, and Federal Regulations. This product may produce hazardous vapors in a closed disposal container creating a dangerous environment. Refer to "40 CFR Protection of Environment Parts 260 - 299" for complete waste disposal regulations. Consult your local, state, or Federal Environmental Protection Agency before disposing of any chemicals. Do not flush to sanitary sewer or waterway.

 

Proper Shipping Name:                          Dimethyl Carbonate

DOT Hazard Class / Pack Group:            3 / II                                        IATA Hazard Class / Pack Group:         3 / II

Reference:                                              49 CFR 173.150,.202, .242       IMDG Hazard Class:                            3 / II

UN/NA Identification Number:                 UN 1161                                 RID/ADR dangerous Goods Code:       3

Label:                                                     Flammable Liquid                     UN TDG Class / Pack Group:                 3 / II

Hazard Symbols:                                    F                                             Hazard Identification Number (HIN):    33

Note:    Transportation information provided is for reference only. Client is urged to consult CFR 49 parts 100 - 177, IMDG, IATA, EC, United Nations TDG, and WHMIS (Canada) TDG information manuals for detailed regulations   and exceptions covering specific container sizes, packaging materials and methods of shipping.

           

 

TSCA Toxic Substance Control Act)

All components of this product are listed on the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical Inventory (TSCA Inventory) or are exempted from listing because a Low Volume Exemption has been granted in accordance with 40 CFR 723.50.

SARA Title III (311,312)

311/312 Hazard Categories.

Immediate Health, fire

313 reportable Ingredients: None

CERCLA Hazardous Substance

None

California Prop 65, Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986

There are no chemicals present known to the state of California to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity.

CPR (Canadian Controlled Products Regulations)

This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations. WHMIS Classification: B2.

IDL (Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List)

Components of this product identified by CAS number and listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List are shown in Section 2.

DSL / NDSL (Canadian Domestic Substances List / Non-Domestic Substances List)

Components of this product identified by CAS number are listed on the DSL or NDSL, or are otherwise in compliance with the New Substances Notification (NSN) regulations. Only ingredients classified as "hazardous" are listed in Section 2 unless otherwise indicated.

EINECS (European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances)

Components of this product identified by CAS numbers are on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.

 

EC Risk Phrases	Symbol (s) Required For Label	EC Safety Phrases
R11 Highly Flammable	Flammable	S9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place   S16 Keep away from sources of ignition

 

 

 

Specific toxicity tests have not been conducted on this product. Our hazard evaluation is based on Information from similar products, the ingredients, technical literature, and/or professional experience.

 

HMIS HAZARD RATINGS                      Health                           1          *= Chronic Health Hazard           2= Moderate

                                                            Flammability                 3          0= Insignificant                          3= High

                                                            Physical Hazard            0          1= Slight                                   4= Extreme

 

                                                Personal Protective Equipment  C          Safety Glasses, Gloves, Apron

 

Revision Summary:

This MSDS has been revised in the following sections:               Format Text Update

 

MSDS Prepared by:

Special Materials Company 70 West 40th Street New York, New York 10018 Tel.: 646-366-0400 www.smc-global.com

The information contained herein is believed to be accurate but is not warranted to be so. Data and calculations are based on information furnished by the manufacturer of the product and manufacturers of the components of the product. Users are advised to confirm in advance of need that information is current, applicable and suited to the circumstances of use. Vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third persons proximately caused by the material if reasonable safety procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Furthermore, vendor assumes no responsibility for injury caused by abnormal use of this material even if reasonable safety procedures are followed. Any questions regarding this product should be directed to the manufacturer of the product as described in Section 1.