NTP CHEMICAL REPOSITORY (RADIAN CORPORATION, AUGUST 29, 1991)
IDENTIFIERS
CATALOG ID NUMBER: 000207
CAS NUMBER: 79-24-3
BASE CHEMICAL NAME: NITROETHANE
PRIMARY NAME: NITROETHANE
CHEMICAL FORMULA: C2H5NO2
STRUCTURAL FORMULA:
WLN: WN2
SYNONYMS: NITROETHAN
PHYSICAL CHEMICAL DATA
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTIONS: COLORLESS LIQUID; DISAGREEABLE ODOR.
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 75.07
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.0448
DENSITY:Not available
MP (DEG C): -90
BP (DEG C): 115
SOLUBILITIES:
WATER : SLIGHTLY SOLUBLE
DMSO : Not available
95% ETHANOL : VERY SOLUBLE
METHANOL : Not available
ACETONE : SOLUBLE
TOLUENE : Not available
OTHER SOLVENTS: CARBON TETRACHLORIDE: SOLUBLE
ETHER : VERY SOLUBLE
VOLATILITY : Not available
FLAMMABILITY(FLASH POINT):
The flash point pf this compound is 41 C (106 F). It is flammable.
Fires involving this chemical can be controlled with dry chemical,
carbon dioxide, or Halon extinguisher. The autoignition temperature
is 414 C (778 F).
UEL: Not available LEL: 3.4%
REACTIVITY:
3
CAPABLE OF DETONATION OR EXPLOSIVE REACTION BUT REQUIRES A STRONG
INITIATING SOURCE OR MUST BE HEATED UNDER CONFINEMENT BEFORE INITIA-
TION OR WILL REACT WITH WATER. (NFPA)
STABILITY:
This compound may be sensitive to exposure to air.
CAPABLE OF DETONATION OR EXPLOSIVE REACTION BUT REQUIRES STRONG
INITIATING SOURCE IOR MUST BE HEATED UNDER CONFINEMENT BEFORE
INITIATION OR WILL REACT WITH WATER. (NFPA)
OTHER PHYSICAL DATA: Not available
TOXICITY
NIOSH REGISTRY NUMBER: KI5600000
TOXICITY:
typ. dose mode specie amount unit other
LDLO ORL RBT 500 MG/KG
AQTX/TLM96: 100-10 PPM
SAX TOXICITY EVALUATION: Not available
CARCINOGENICITY: Not available
MUTAGENICITY: Not available
TERATOGENICITY: Not available
STANDARDS, REGULATIONS & RECOMMENDATIONS:
OSHA: Federal Register (1/19/89) and 29 CFR 1910.1000 Subpart Z
Transitional Limit: PEL-TWA 100 ppm [610]
Final Limit: PEL-TWA 100 ppm [610]
ACGIH: TLV-TWA 100 ppm [610]
NIOSH Criteria Document: None
NFPA Hazard Rating: Health (H): 1
Flammability (F): 3
Reactivity (R): 3
H1: Materials only slightly hazardous to health (see NFPA for details).
F3: Materials which can be ignited under almost all normal temperature
conditions (see NFPA for details).
R3: Materials which are capable of detonation or of explosive decomposition
or of explosive reaction but require a strong initiating source or which
must be heated under confinement before initiation (see NFPA for details).
OTHER TOXICITY DATA: Not available
OTHER DATA (Regulatory)
PROPER SHIPPING NAME (IATA): Nitroethane
UN/ID NUMBER: UN2842
HAZARD CLASS: 3 SUBSIDIARY RISK: None PACKING GROUP: III
LABELS REQUIRED: Flammable liquid
PACKAGING: PASSENGER: PKG. INSTR.: 309, Y309 MAXIMUM QUANTITY: 60 L, 10 L
CARGO : PKG. INSTR.: 310 MAXIMUM QUANTITY: 220 L
SPECIAL PROVISIONS: None
USES: Solvent for Friedel-Crafts acylations; used as rocket propellant
and as an intermediate in manufacture of pharmaceuticals.
COMMENTS: Not available
HANDLING PROCEDURES
ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS:
Toxic, irritant.
MINIMUM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Not available
RECOMMENDED GLOVE MATERIALS: P
The following gloves show the best resistance based on permeation
testing. It is recommended that two different glove types be used for
best protection. However, if this chemical makes direct contact with
your glove, or if a tear, puncture or hole develops, remove them at once.
SUGGESTED GLOVES (RAD): Butyl rubber
RECOMMENDED RESPIRATOR:
Where the neat test chemical is weighed and diluted, wear a NIOSH-
approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas
cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a
dust/mist filter.
OTHER: Not available
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS:
You should keep this material in a tightly closed container
under an inert atmosphere, and store it at refrigerated temperatures.
SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: EPD-SL-3
DISPOSAL AND WASTE TREATMENT: EPD-DWT-11
EMERGENCY PROCEDURES
SKIN CONTACT:
IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating
all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly
with soap and water.
If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a
physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.
INHALATION:
IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air.
If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in
the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to
transport the victim to a hospital.
Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown
atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA)
should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or
equal to that advised under Respirator Recommendation.
EYE CONTACT:
First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush
victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while
simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center.
Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without
specific instructions from a physician.
IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if
no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.
INGESTION:
DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing,
give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a
hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a
hospital if advised by a physician.
If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth,
ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with
the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport
the victim to a hospital.
SYMPTOMS:
Local irritation of skin. Irritation of eyes and mucous membranes.
FIREFIGHTING: EPD-FF-14
SOURCES
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