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Date of Issue : Apr 1998 1. IDENTIFICATION
General Product Name : FURALDEHYDES Other Names : FURFURAL ; ANT OIL, ARTIFICIAL ; BRAN OIL PYROMUCIC ALDEHYDE ; FURFURALDEHYDE UN No. : 1199 Dangerous Goods Class : 6.1 Subsidiary Risk : 3 Hazchem Code : 2W Pack Group : II EPG : 6C3 Poisons Schedule : N/A Uses : Solvent refining of lubricating oils, butadiene, rosin and other organic materials; solvent for nitrocellulose, cellulose acetate, shoe dyes; as an intermediate for tetrahydrofuran and furfuryl alcohol, phenolic and furan polymers; wetting agent in manufacture of abrasive wheels and brake linings, weed killer, fungicide, adipic acid and adiponitrile, road construction, production of lysine, refining of rare earths and metals, flavouring, analytical reagent.
1.1 Physical Description / Properties
Appearance : Colourless liquid when very pure, becomes reddish-brown upon exposure to light and air. Odour somewhat similar to benzaldehyde. Formula : C4H3OCHO Boiling Point : 161.7 deg C Melting Point : -36.5 deg C Vapour Pressure : 2 mm Hg (1 atmosphere) Specific Gravity : 1.159 (water = 1) Flash Point : Closed Cup 60 pH : N/A () Solubility in water : 83 g/l (25 deg C) Flammability Limits (as percentage volume in air) Lower Explosion Limit : 2.1 Upper Explosion Limit : 19.3 1.2 Other Properties
Soluble in alcohol, ether and benzene. 1.3 Ingredients
2. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
2.1 Health Effects - Acute Swallowed
Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Can cause nervous system damage. May cause severe headache. Eye
Causes eye irritation. Skin
May cause skin irritation. May cause skin sensitisation, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material. May cause skin discolouration. May cause photosensitisation in certain individuals. Inhaled
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterised by headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. 2.2 Health Effects - Chronic
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause photo- sensitisation in certain individuals.
2.3 First Aid
Swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek medical attention immediately. Induce vomiting (Ipecac Syrup or stimulate throat with finger)
Eye
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Seek medical attention.
Skin
Seek medical attention. Immediately flush affected areas with plenty of soap and running water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Inhaled
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately; avoid becoming casualty. Seek medical attention immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
First Aid Facilities
Ensure an eye bath and safety shower are available and ready for use.
2.5 Advice to Doctor
Treat symptomatically based on judgement of doctor and individual reactions of patient.
2.6 Toxicity Data
Oral LD50 = 65 mg/kg (Rat) ; 400 mg/kg (Mouse) Dermal LD50 = not available Inhalation LC50 = 175 ppm/6hr (Rat) Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP or OSHA.
3. PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
3.1 Exposure Standards
Worksafe recommends the following exposure standards : 2-Furaldehyde : TWA 2ppm (7.9 mg/m3) Skin absorption notice - absorption through the skin may be a significant source of exposure.
3.2 Engineering Controls
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissable exposure limits.
3.3 Personal Protection
Wear appropriate protective ege glasses or chemical safety goggles, gloves and protective clothing to minimise skin exposure. Wear breathing apparatus to maintain exposure levels below the permissable standard. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling and before work breaks, eating, drinking, smoking and using toilet facilities.
3.4 Flammability
Material is flammable. Flash point : 60 deg C Autoignition temperature : 315 deg C SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
4.1 Storage / Transport
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container away from light and air. Store in a cool, dry well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
4.2 Packaging / Labelling UN No. 1199 Class 6.1 Sub Risk 3 Hazchem Code 2W Pack Group II EPG No. 6C3 Shipping Name FURALDEHYDES Hazard TOXIC
Risk Phrases R23/25 Toxic by inhalation and if swallowed.
Safety Phrases S24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S44 If you feel unwell, contact a doctor or immediately (show the label where possible).
4.3 Spills and Disposal
Spills
Clean-up personnel should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Extinguish all sources of ignition (NO SMOKING).
Absorb spill with inert material (eg. dry sand or earth), then collect in sealable container and hold for waste disposal. DO NOT wash untreated material down the drain or sewer.
Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with all Local, State and Federal regulations at an approved waste disposal facility by incineration.
4.4 FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD Fire / Explosion
Autoignition temperature = 315 deg C. Flash point = 60 deg C. Material is chemically stable. Avoid incompatible materials, light, ignition sources, excess heat. Incompatible with strong oxidisers, strong acids, bases. Product become reddish-brown on exposure to light and air. Hazardous decomposition products include carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Hazardous polymerisation has not been reported.
Extinguishing Media
Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. In case of fire use water, dry chemical, chemical foam or alcohol-resistant foam type extinguishers. This material is lighter than water and insoluble in water. The fire can easily be spread by the use of water in an area where the water cannot be contained. 5 OTHER INFORMATION
Other Information
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5.1 Contact Points
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