2,5-dimethoxyphenyl isocyanate

 

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Section2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture 
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP] 
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4) 
Acute toxicity, Inhalation (Category 4) 
Acute toxicity, Dermal (Category 4) 
Skin irritation (Category 2) 
Eye irritation (Category 2) 
Respiratory sensitization (Category 1) 
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3) 
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC 
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. 
May cause sensitization by inhalation. 
Label elements 
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP] 
Pictogram 
Signal wordDanger 
Hazard statement(s) 
H302 + H312 + H332Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled 
H315Causes skin irritation. 
H319Causes serious eye irritation. 
H334May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. 
H335May cause respiratory irritation. 
Precautionary statement(s) 
P261Avoid breathing dust. 
P280Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing. 
P305 + P351 + P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove 
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 
P342 + P311If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ 
physician. 
Supplemental Hazardnone 
Statements 
According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended. 
Hazard symbol(s) 
R-phrase(s) 
R20/21/22Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. 
R36/37/38Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. 
R42May cause sensitization by inhalation. 
S-phrase(s) 
S26In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and 
seek medical advice. 
S36/37/39Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. 
Other hazards 
Lachrymator. 

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Section3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substances 
Formula: C9H9NO3 
Molecular Weight: 179,17 g/mol 
ComponentConcentration 
2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl isocyanate 
CAS-No.56309-62-7- 

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Section4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures 
General advice 
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. 
If inhaled 
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician. 
In case of skin contact 
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician. 
In case of eye contact 
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. 
If swallowed 
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician. 
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed 
Cough, wheezing, laryngitis, Shortness of breath, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, To the best of our 
knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated. 
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed 
no data available 

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Section5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media 
Suitable extinguishing media 
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. 
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture 
Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx) 
Advice for firefighters 
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary. 
Further information 
no data available 

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Section6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures 
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure 
adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. 
Environmental precautions 
Do not let product enter drains. 
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up 
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed 
containers for disposal. 
Reference to other sections 
For disposal see section 13. 

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Section7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling 
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. 
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. 
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities 
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. 
Recommended storage temperature: 2 - 8 °C 
Specific end use(s) 
no data available 

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Section8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters 
Components with workplace control parameters 
Exposure controls 
Appropriate engineering controls 
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and 
at the end of workday. 
Personal protective equipment 
Eye/face protection 
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under 
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). 
Skin protection 
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique 
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of 
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. 
Wash and dry hands. 
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and 
the standard EN 374 derived from it. 
Body Protection 
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected 
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. 
Respiratory protection 
For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher 
level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. 
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards 
such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). 

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Section9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information on basic physical and chemical properties 
a) AppearanceForm: solid 
Colour: white 
b) Odourno data available 
c) Odour Thresholdno data available 
d) pHno data available 
e) Melting point/freezingMelting point/range: 40 - 42 °C - lit. 
point 
f) Initial boiling point and 152 - 154 °C at 35 hPa - lit. 
boiling range 
g) Flash point113 °C - closed cup 
h) Evaporation rateno data available 
i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available 
j) Upper/lowerno data available 
flammability or 
explosive limits 
k) Vapour pressureno data available 
l) Vapour densityno data available 
m) Relative densityno data available 
n) Water solubilityno data available 
o) Partition coefficient: n- no data available 
octanol/water 
p) Auto-ignitionno data available 
temperature 
q) Decompositionno data available 
temperature 
r) Viscosityno data available 
s) Explosive propertiesno data available 
t) Oxidizing propertiesno data available 
Other safety information 
no data available 

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Section10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity 
no data available 
Chemical stability 
no data available 
Possibility of hazardous reactions 
no data available 
Conditions to avoid 
Avoid moisture. 
Incompatible materials 
Strong oxidizing agents 
Hazardous decomposition products 
Other decomposition products - no data available 

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Section11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on toxicological effects 
Acute toxicity 
no data available 
Skin corrosion/irritation 
no data available 
Serious eye damage/eye irritation 
no data available 
Respiratory or skin sensitization 
May cause sensitization by inhalation. 
Germ cell mutagenicity 
no data available 
Carcinogenicity 
IARC:No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as 
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC. 
Reproductive toxicity 
no data available 
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure 
Inhalation - May cause respiratory irritation. 
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure 
no data available 
Aspiration hazard 
no data available 
Potential health effects 
InhalationHarmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation. 
IngestionHarmful if swallowed. 
SkinHarmful if absorbed through skin. Causes skin irritation. 
EyesCauses serious eye irritation. 
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure 
Cough, wheezing, laryngitis, Shortness of breath, Headache, Nausea, Vomiting, To the best of our 
knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated. 
Additional Information 
RTECS: Not available 

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Section12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity 
no data available 
Persistence and degradability 
no data available 
Bioaccumulative potential 
no data available 
Mobility in soil 
no data available 
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment 
no data available 
Other adverse effects 
no data available 

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Section13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste treatment methods 
Product 
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Dissolve or mix the material 
with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. 
Contaminated packaging 
Dispose of as unused product. 

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Section14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN number 
ADR/RID: 2811IMDG: 2811IATA: 2811 
UN proper shipping name 
ADR/RID: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl isocyanate) 
IMDG: TOXIC SOLID, ORGANIC, N.O.S. (2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl isocyanate) 
IATA:Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s. (2,5-Dimethoxyphenyl isocyanate) 
Transport hazard class(es) 
ADR/RID: 6.1IMDG: 6.1IATA: 6.1 
Packaging group 
ADR/RID: IIIIMDG: IIIIATA: III 
Environmental hazards 
ADR/RID: noIMDG Marine Pollutant: noIATA: no 
Special precautions for user 
no data available 

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Section15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
This safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006. 
Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture 
no data available 
Chemical Safety Assessment 
no data available 

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Section16. OTHER INFORMATION
Further information 
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only. 
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be 
used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge 
and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any 
guarantee of the properties of the product. Corporation and its Affiliates shall not be held 
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