Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Hazards Identification
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2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane(598-09-4)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
2-(Chloromethyl)-2-methyloxirane
Synonyms
1-Chloro-2,3-epoxy-2-methylpropane
3-Chloro-1,2-epoxy-2-methylpropane
b-Methylepichlorohydrin
Methepichlorohydrin
CAS
598-09-4
Formula
C4H7ClO
Molecular Weight
106.55
EINECS
209-916-7

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless liquid.
Solubility in water
Soluble
Melting Point
-40
Boiling Point
122
Vapor Pressure
17.1
Density
1.1032 g/cm3 (20 C)
Partition Coefficient
.75
Heat Of Vaporization
34.51 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.4340 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves and protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. Use chemical safety goggles.
Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Exposure Effects
Causes burns of the eye, skin, gastrointestinal track and respiratory tract.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
25
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguish with foam, dry chemical powder or carbon dioxide.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents, amines.
Decomposition
Hydrogen chloride, chlorine, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Hazards Identification

EC Risk Phrase
R: 20/21/22 34
EC Safety Phrase
S: 26 36/37/39 45
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