Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking
Keep container tightly closed
Use non-sparking tools
Take precautionary measures against static discharge
Precautionary Statements - Response
Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label)
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
Precautionary Statements - Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Precautionary Statements - Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
Not applicable
Odor Methyl methacrylate
Other Information
- Not applicable
Unknown acute toxicity20 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity
In case of accident or unwellness, seek medical advice immediately (show directions for
use or safety data sheet if possible).
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if
present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. If eye irritation persists: Get medical
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
Note to physicians
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin
with water/shower. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Wash
contaminated clothing before reuse.
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for
breathing. If symptoms persist, call a physician.
IF SWALLOWED:. Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Call a physician.
Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved and take precautions to
protect themselves.
May cause allergic skin reaction.
Treat symptomatically.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable extinguishing media
Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry chemical, Foam
Unsuitable extinguishing media
None
Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Highly flammable. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
Explosion data
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact
Sensitivity to Static Discharge
Protective equipment and precautions for firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full
protective gear.
None.
None.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal precautions
Environmental precautions
Environmental precautions
Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for containment
Methods for cleaning up
ELIMINATE all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area).
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or
clothing. Use personal protective equipment as required. Wash thoroughly after handling.
See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.
Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so. Ensure adequate ventilation. Soak up with
inert absorbent material. Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.
Clean contaminated objects and areas thoroughly observing environmental regulations.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling
Advice on safe handling
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid breathing
vapors or mists. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Remove all sources of ignition. Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No
smoking.
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage Conditions
Keep away from heat, sparks, flame and other sources of ignition (i.e., pilot lights, electric
motors and static electricity). Store locked up.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, Reducing agents
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters
Exposure Guidelines
Chemical NameACGIH TLVOSHA PELNIOSH IDLH
METHYL METHACRYLATE
80-62-6
NIOSH IDLH Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health
.
STEL: 100 ppm
TWA: 50 ppm
TWA: 100 ppm
TWA: 410 mg/m
(vacated) TWA: 100 ppm
(vacated) TWA: 410 mg/m
3
IDLH: 1000 ppm
TWA: 100 ppm
3
TWA: 410 mg/m
3
Other Information
Vacated limits revoked by the Court of Appeals decision in AFL-CIO v. OSHA, 965 F.2d 962
(11th Cir., 1992).
Property Values Remarks • Method
pH
Melting point / freezing point
Boiling point / boiling range
Flash point
Evaporation rate
Flammability (solid, gas)
Flammability Limit in Air
Upper flammability limit:
Lower flammability limit:
Vapor pressure
Vapor density
Relative density
Water solubility
Solubility in other solvents
Partition coefficient
Autoignition temperature
Decomposition temperature
Kinematic viscosity
Dynamic viscosity
Explosive properties
Oxidizing properties
Other Information
No information available
No information available
101 °C / 214 °F
12 °C / 54 °FTag Closed Cup
>1Butyl acetate = 1
No information available
12.5%
1.6%
28 mmHg @ 68°F
>3Air = 1
0.95
Slightly soluble
No information available
No information available
421°C (789.8°F)
No information available
No information available
No information available
No information available
No information available
Softening point
Molecular weight
VOC Content (%)
Density
Bulk density
No information available
No information available
<50 g/L
No information available
No information available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions
None under normal processing.
Conditions to avoid
Heat, flames and sparks.
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, Reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Carbon oxides
Nitrogen oxides (NOx)
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on likely routes of exposure
Inhalation
Eye contact
Skin contact
May cause irritation of respiratory tract.
Contact with eyes may cause irritation. May cause redness and tearing of the eyes.
May cause skin irritation and/or dermatitis. May cause sensitization by skin contact.