Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
75-52-5
Name of the chemical
Nitromethane
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
200-876-6
Name of the chemical
Nitromethane
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2000-06-16
Product name
Nitromethane 99%
Product Synonyms
Methyl Nitrobenzene
Chemical name
Nitromethane
CAS No.
75-52-5
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Company Information
company name
Chemtrade International
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Appearance colorless liquid. Flash Point 95 deg F Warning! Employ care in contact of nitromethane with reducing agents, strong bases, amines, heavy metals or their oxides, especially at elevated temperatures or in confined spaces - explosion may result. Anhydrous salts of nitromethane may explode. Heating may cause an explosion. Flammable liquid and vapor. May be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause eye and skin irritation. May be harmful if swallowed. May cause central nervous system depression. May cause cancer based on animal studies. May cause liver damage. Target Organs: Blood, central nervous system, liver, eyes, thyroid, skin.
Potential health effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation. Vapors may cause eye irritation. Skin: Exposure may cause irritation characterized by redness, dryness, and inflammation. Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause liver damage. May cause central nervous system depression. May be harmful if swallowed. Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. May cause pulmonary edema and severe respiratory disturbances. Chronic: Possible cancer hazard based on tests with laboratory animals. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.
