Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone(88-12-0)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone
Synonyms
1Eethenylpyrrolidin-2-one
N-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidinone
Polyvidone
Povidone
Pvpp
CAS
88-12-0
Formula
C6H9NO
Molecular Weight
111.14
EINECS
201-800-4
RTECS
UY6107000
RTECS Class
Tumorigen; Primary Irritant
Beilstein/Gmelin
110513
Beilstein Reference
5-21-06-00330
EC Index Number
613-168-00-0
EC Class
Carcinogenic Category 3; Harmful; Irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless liquid.
Solubility in water
Soluble
Melting Point
12 - 13
Boiling Point
218
Vapor Pressure
0.13 (25 C)
Density
1.0458 g/cm3 (20 C)
Partition Coefficient
.37
Heat Of Vaporization
48.80 kJ/mol
Vapor Density
3.8(AIR=1)
Saturation Concentration
131.6 ppm (0.01%) at 24 C (calculated)
Refractive Index
1.5125 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid.
Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Store at around 20 C.
Handling
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause nausea and vomiting. Chronic exposure may cause liver damage.
Inhalation
Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause headache. Chronic exposure may cause ung damage.
Skin
Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
Causes eye irritation.
Hazards
When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.
EC Risk Phrase
R 20/21/22 37 40 41 48/20
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36/37/39
UN (DOT)
2810

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves.
Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
Poison Class
1*

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
95
Autoignition
240
Fire Fighting
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Upper exp. limit
10
Lower exp. limit
1.4
Fire Potential
Will burn if involved in a fire. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
ELIMINATE all ignition sources. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
9
Incompatibilities
Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids.
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
2810
Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
I; II; III
HS Code
2933 79 00
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