Product name | Methyl acetate |
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Product number | - |
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Other names | Acetic Acid Methyl Ester |
Identified uses | For industry use only. Food additives -> Flavoring Agents |
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Uses advised against | no data available |
Company | MOLBASE (Shanghai) Biotechnology Co., Ltd. |
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Address | Floor 4 & 5, Building 12, No. 1001 North Qinzhou Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China |
Telephone | +86(21)64956998 |
Fax | +86(21)54365166 |
Emergency phone number | +86-400-6021-666 |
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Service hours | Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours). |
Flammable liquids, Category 2
Eye irritation, Category 2
Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure, Category 3
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statementsPictogram(s) | |
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Signal word | Danger |
Hazard statement(s) | H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour H319 Causes serious eye irritation H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness |
Precautionary statement(s) | |
Prevention | P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/...] equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
Response | P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…if you feel unwell. |
Storage | P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. |
Disposal | P501 Dispose of contents/container to ... |
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3.Composition/information on ingredients 3.1 SubstancesChemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number | Concentration |
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Methyl acetate | Methyl acetate | 79-20-9 | none | 100% |
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaledFresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
In case of skin contactRinse contaminated clothes (fire hazard) with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
In case of eye contactFirst rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
If swallowedRinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed(Very similar to those of methyl alcohol, which constitutes 20% of commercial grade.) Inhalation causes headache, fatigue, and drowsiness; high concentrations can produce central nervous system depression and optic nerve damage. Liquid irritates eyes and may cause defatting and cracking of skin. Ingestion causes headache, dizziness, drowsiness, fatigue; may cause severe eye damage. (USCG, 1999)
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessaryImmediate first aid: Ensure that adequate decontamination has been carried out. If patient is not breathing, start artificial respiration, preferably with a demand-valve resuscitator, bag-valve-mask device, or pocket mask, as trained. Perform CPR as necessary. Immediately flush contaminated eyes with gently flowing water. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration. Keep patient quiet and maintain normal body temperature. Obtain medical attention. /Methyl alcohol and related compounds/
5.Fire-fighting measures 5.1 Extinguishing media Suitable extinguishing mediaSuitable extinguishing media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemicalBehavior in Fire: Vapor is heavier than air and may travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back. (USCG, 1999)
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fightersWear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
6.Accidental release measures 6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency proceduresUse personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8.
6.2 Environmental precautionsRemove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours of low boiling point adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning upRemove all ignition sources. Establish forced ventilation to keep levels below explosive limit. Absorb liquids in vermiculite, dry sand, earth, peat, carbon or a similar materail and deposit in sealed containers. Keep this chemical out of a confined space, such as a sewer, because of the possibility of an explosion.
7.Handling and storage 7.1 Precautions for safe handlingAvoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilitiesFireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong acids and strong bases.Store in a flammable liquid storage area or approved cabinet away from ignition sources and corrosive and reactive materials. ... Methyl acetate must be stored to avoid contact with strong oxidizers (such as chlorine, bromine, and fluorine) and strong acids (such as hydrochloric, sulfuric, and nitric), since violent reactions occur. Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, well-ventilated area away from strong alkalis and nitrates. Sources of ignition, such as smoking and open flames, are prohibited where methyl acetate is used, handled or stored in a manner that could create a potential fire or explosion hazard. Use only nonsparking tools and equipment, especially when opening and closing containers of methyl acetate.
8.Exposure controls/personal protection 8.1 Control parameters Occupational Exposure limit valuesRecommended Exposure Limit: 10 Hour Time-Weighted Average: 200 ppm (610 mg/cu m).
Recommended Exposure Limit: 15 Minute Short-Term Exposure Limit: 250 ppm (760 mg/cu m).
Biological limit valuesno data available
8.2 Appropriate engineering controlsHandle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE) Eye/face protectionSafety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin protectionWear impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. 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.
Respiratory protectionWear dust mask when handling large quantities.
Thermal hazardsno data available
9.Physical and chemical propertiesPhysical state | Methyl acetate is a clear colorless liquid with a fragrant odor. Moderately toxic. Flash point -10°C. Vapors heavier than air. |
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Colour | Colorless, volatile liquid |
Odour | Pleasant odor |
Melting point/ freezing point | 19°C(lit.) |
Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range | 57-58°C(lit.) |
Flammability | Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 22.78°C and BP at or above 37.78°C.Highly flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. |
Lower and upper explosion limit / flammability limit | Lower flammable limit: 3.1% by volume; Upper flammable limit: 16% by volume |
Flash point | -13°C |
Auto-ignition temperature | 502.22°C |
Decomposition temperature | no data available |
pH | no data available |
Kinematic viscosity | 0.364 mPa.s at 25°C |
Solubility | greater than or equal to 100 mg/mL at 21.11°C |
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log value) | log Kow = 0.18 |
Vapour pressure | 170 mm Hg at 20°C ; 235 mm Hg at 25°C |
Density and/or relative density | 0.934g/mLat 25°C |
Relative vapour density | 2.55 (vs air) |
Particle characteristics | no data available |
no data available
10.2 Chemical stabilityStable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactionsDangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat, flame, or oxidizers.The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.METHYL ACETATE presents a fire or explosion hazard when exposed to strong oxidizing agents. Emits irritating fumes and acrid smoke when heated to decomposition, [Lewis, 3rd ed., 1993, p. 826]. Its reactivity is consistent with other compounds of the ester group.
10.4 Conditions to avoidno data available
10.5 Incompatible materialsForms explosive mixture with air. a strong reducing agent. Incompatible with water, acids, nitrates, strong oxidizers, alkalis. Attacks some plastics. Attacks many metals in teh presence of water. Reacts slowly with water, forming acetic acid and methanol.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition productsDecomposes in heat; on contact with air, bases, strong oxidizers, UV-light, casuing fire and explosion hazard.
11.Toxicological information Acute toxicity- Oral: LD50 Rat oral 6,482 mg/kg
- Inhalation: LC50 Cat inhalation > 30 mg/L 10hr
- Dermal: no data available
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritationno data available
Respiratory or skin sensitizationno data available
Germ cell mutagenicityno data available
Carcinogenicityno data available
Reproductive toxicityno data available
STOT-single exposureno data available
STOT-repeated exposureno data available
Aspiration hazardno data available
12.Ecological information 12.1 Toxicity- Toxicity to fish: LC50; Species: Pimephales promelas (fathead minnows); Concentration: 399 mg/L for 96 hr (confidence limit 378-422 mg/L) /Conditions of bioassay not specified
- Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
- Toxicity to algae: no data available
- Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available
AEROBIC: Methyl acetate achieved >70% after 28 days in an OECD 301D Closed bottle test(1). Methyl acetate reached > 95% degradation in a 5 day BOD test(2).
12.3 Bioaccumulative potentialAn estimated BCF of 3.2 was calculated in fish for methyl acetate(SRC), using a log Kow of 0.18(1) and a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this BCF suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is low(SRC).
12.4 Mobility in soilThe Koc of methyl acetate is estimated as 9.1(SRC), using a log Kow of 0.18(1) and a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this estimated Koc value suggests that methyl acetate is expected to have very high mobility in soil(SRC).
12.5 Other adverse effectsno data available
13.Disposal considerations 13.1 Disposal methods ProductThe material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packagingContainers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.
14.Transport information 14.1 UN NumberADR/RID: UN1231 | IMDG: UN1231 | IATA: UN1231 |
ADR/RID: METHYL ACETATE |
IMDG: METHYL ACETATE |
IATA: METHYL ACETATE |
ADR/RID: 3 | IMDG: 3 | IATA: 3 |
ADR/RID: II | IMDG: II | IATA: II |
ADR/RID: no | IMDG: no | IATA: no |
no data available
14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Codeno data available
15.Regulatory information 15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in questionChemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
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Methyl acetate | Methyl acetate | 79-20-9 | none |
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) | Listed. | ||
EC Inventory | Listed. | ||
United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory | Listed. | ||
China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 | Listed. | ||
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) | Listed. | ||
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) | Listed. | ||
Vietnam National Chemical Inventory | Listed. | ||
Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) | Listed. |
Creation Date | Aug 12, 2017 |
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Revision Date | Aug 12, 2017 |
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- TWA: Time Weighted Average
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
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