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Lauronitrile(2437-25-4)

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
Lauronitrile
Synonyms
1-Cyanoundecane
Decylacetonitrile
Lauric acid nitrile
Lauric nitrile
Lauronitrile
Undecyl cyanide
CAS
2437-25-4
Formula
C12H23N
Molecular Weight
181.32
EINECS
219-440-1
RTECS
JR2600000
RTECS Class
Other
Beilstein/Gmelin
970348

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless liquid
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
4
Boiling Point
276
Vapor Pressure
0.005 (25 C)
Density
0.8270 g/cm3
Refractive Index
1.4361 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. 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
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation
Harmful if inhaled.
Skin
Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R 22
EC Safety Phrase
S 36/37
UN (DOT)
2810

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles, protective gloves and clothing to prevent exposure.
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.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
108
Fire Fighting
Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
1
Incompatibilities
Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

UN Number
2810
Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
I; II; III
HS Code
2926 90 95
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