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Formamide(75-12-7)

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Product Identification

Product Name
Formamide
Synonyms
Carbamaldehyde
Methanamide
Sulfonium, trimethyl, iodide
Trimethylsulfonium iodide
CAS
75-12-7
CAS
2181-42-2
Formula
C3H9IS
Formula
CH3NO
Molecular Weight
45.04
Molecular Weight
204.07
EINECS
200-842-0
EINECS
218-555-4
RTECS
LQ0525000
RTECS
WR8750000
RTECS Class
Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant
RTECS Class
Other
Merck
13,4261
Beilstein/Gmelin
505995
Beilstein/Gmelin
3555192
Beilstein Reference
4-01-00-01280
Beilstein Reference
4-02-00-00045
EC Index Number
616-052-00-8
EC Class
Toxic for reproduction Category 2
EC Class
irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless, oily liquid.
Appearance
White powder and chunks.
Solubility in water
Miscible
Solubility in water
400 g/L (20 C)
Melting Point
2
Melting Point
215 - 220
Boiling Point
210
Vapor Pressure
30 (129 C)
Density
1.1334 g/cm3 (20 C)
Density
1.922 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient
-1.51
Heat Of Vaporization
65/3 kJ/mol
Heat Of Combustion
-547 kJ/mol
Usage
Solvent; softener; intermediate in organic synthesis.
Saturation Concentration
less than 0.22 mg/m3 at 20 C
Vapor Density
1.6
Refractive Index
1.44911 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Ingestion
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Inhalation
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Skin
May cause skin irritation.
Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Skin
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Do not store in direct sunlight. Keep refrigerated. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Storage
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
Causes skin irritation.
Eyes
Causes eye irritation.
Ingestion
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Hazards
Toxic fumes emitted on decomposition (carbon monoxide and ammonia), beginning at 180 - 210C. Behavior in Fire: Vapor will burn in air above 310F.
EC Risk Phrase
R 36/37/38
EC Risk Phrase
R 61
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36
EC Safety Phrase
S 53 45

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin 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.
Exposure Effects
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause adverse reproductive effects. May cause fetal effects.
Exposure limit(s)
TLV: 10 ppm; 18 mg/m3 (skin) (ACGIH 1996). NIOSH REL: TWA 10 ppm (15 mg/m3) skin
Poison Class
3

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
175
Autoignition
250
Autoignition
500
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Containers may explode when heated. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
Upper exp. limit
19.0
Lower exp. limit
2.7

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Wear a self contained breathing apparatus and appropriate Personal protection. (See Exposure Controls, Personal Protection section). Absorb spill using an absorbent, non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite. Provide ventilation.
Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Oxidizing agents.
Stability
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases, aluminum.
Disposal Code
3
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, hydrogen iodide.
Decomposition
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, ammonia and/or derivatives.
Combustion Products
Toxic fumes emitted on decomposition (carbon monoxide and ammonia), beginning at 180 - 210C.

Transport Information

HS Code
2924 19 00
HS Code
2930 90 70
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