General Information
Revision date
2017-05-12
Product name
ISOBUTYRONITRILE
Product Synonyms
2-Cyanopropane
CAS No.
78-82-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
In organic synthesis. Catalyst
supplier name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
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Company Information
company name
Spectrum Chemical Mfg. Corp
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous according to the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Considered a dangerous substance or mixture according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS) Acute toxicity - Oral Category 2 Acute toxicity - Dermal Category 2 Acute toxicity - Inhalation (Vapors) Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable liquids Category 2
2.2 Label elements
Danger
Hazard statements
Fatal if swallowed Fatal in contact with skin Toxic if inhaled Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Highly flammable liquid and vapor
2.3 Other hazards
Not Applicable
Other hazards
Not available
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool
Response
In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish. 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. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Wash contaminated clothing before reuse IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician Rinse mouth
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Precautionary statements
Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant