S a f e t y D a t a S h e e t

According to Regulation (EC) 1907/2006

Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company or firm

1.1 Identification of the substance or preparation

Name:

Iodomethane *stabilized with copper

1.2 Synonym:

Methyl Iodide

1.3 Use of the substance/preparation:

For laboratory utilisation, analysis, research and fine chemistry.

1.4 Identification of the company or firm:

PANREAC QUIMICA S.L.U.

C/Garraf 2

Polígono Pla de la Bruguera

E-08211 Castellar del Vallès

(Barcelona) Spain

Tel. (+34) 937 489 400

e-mail: product.safety@panreac.com

Emergencies:

Single telephone number for emergency calls: 112 (EU)

Tel.: (+34) 937 489 499

Identification of dangers

Classification of the substance or the mixture.

Classification Regulation (CE) nº 1272/2008.

Acute Tox. 4

Acute Tox. 3

Acute Tox. 3

STOT SE 3

Skin Irrit. 2

Carc. 2

Hazard Pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H312 Harmful in contact with skin.

H331 Toxic if inhaled.

H301 Toxic if swallowed.

H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

H315 Causes skin irritation.

H351 Suspected of causing cancer <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routs of exposure cause the hazard>.

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

P264 Wash...thoroughly after handling.

P270 Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product.

P501 Dispose of contents/container according to Directive 94/62/CE or 2008/98/CE.

Classification (67/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE).

For the full text of the R-phrases mentioned in this section, see section 16.

Component Composition/Information

Name: Iodomethane *stabilized with copper

Formula: CH3I M.= 141,94 CAS [74-88-4]

EC number (EINECS): 200-819-5

EC index number: 602-005-00-9

First aid

4.1 General indications:

Never provide drink or induce vomiting in the event of loss of consciousness.

4.2 Inhaling:

Take the person out into the fresh air. In the event of suffocation, proceed to provide artificial respiration.

4.3 Contact with the skin:

Wash with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.

4.4 Eyes:

Wash with plenty of water (for at least 15 minutes), keeping eyelids open. Seek immediate medical assistance.

4.5 Swallowing:

Administer Vaseline oil as a laxative (3 ml/kg). Administer Vaseline oil as a laxative (3 ml/kg). Avoid vomiting. Avoid vomiting. Risk of aspiration. Risk of aspiration. Seek immediate medical assistance. Seek immediate medical assistance.

Fire-fighting means

5.1 Suitable fire-extinguishing means:

As appropriate to the environment.

5.2 Fire-fighting means which must NOT be used:

Water.

5.3 Special risks:

Incombustible. In the event of fire, toxic fumes may form. Keep the workplace dry. The substance must not come into contact with water.

5.4 Protective equipment:

Measures to be taken in the event of accidental spillage

6.1 Individual precautions:

6.2 Precautions for care of the environment:

Do not allow it to enter the drainage system. Avoid pollution of the soil, water supplies and drains.

6.3 Methods for collection/cleaning:

Collect up with absorbent materials (Panreac General Absorbent, Kieselguhr, etc.) or, if none available, dry sand or earth, and deposit in waste containers for subsequent elimination in accordance with current legislation. Clean any remains with plenty of water.

Handling and storage

7.1 Handling:

No special indications.

7.2 Storage:

Well sealed containers.Dry atmosphere.In a cool place.Away from light.

Staff exposure/protection controls

8.1 Technical protective measures:

8.2 Exposure limit control:

VLA-ED: 2 ppm ó 12 mg/m3

8.3 Respiratory protection:

In the event of fumes forming/aerosols, use suitable respiratory protection.

8.4 Hand protection:

Use suitable gloves

8.5 Eye protection:

Use suitable goggles.

8.6 Individual hygiene measures:

Remove contaminated clothing. Use complete protective equipment. Wash hands and face before breaks and when the job is done. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the workplace.

8.7 Environmental exposure controls:

Fulfill the commitments under local environmental protection legislation.

Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: liquid

Colour:

Granulometry:

Odour: Characteristic.

pH:

Melting point/freezing point: -66,5 °C

Initial boiling point and boiling range: 42,5 °C

Flash point:

Flammability (solid, gas):

Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits:

Vapour pressure: 420 hPa (20 °C)

Vapour density:

Relative density: (20/4) 2,285

Solubility: 13,6 g/l water 20 °C

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water:

Auto-ignition temperature:

Decomposition temperature:

Viscosity:

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Conditions which should be avoided:

10.2 Matter which should be avoided:

Alkaline metals. Air

10.3 Hazardous decomposition products:

10.4 Complementary information:

Light-sensitive. Moisture sensitive.

Toxicological information

• Acute toxicity:

LD50 oral rat : 76 mg/kg

LD L0 skn rat : 800 mg/kg

LC50 inh rat : 1300 mg/m3 4h

LD50 ipr mus : 172 mg/kg

• Dangerous effects for health:

If inhaled: Irritations to the mucosae coughing breathing difficulties Upon contact with the skin: irritations Through contact with the eyes: irritations After a period of latency: effects on the central nervous system headaches tiredness ataxia (motor coordination disorders) vomiting vertigo cardiovascular disorders hepatic problems kidney problems Carcinogenic in animal testing. Other dangerous characteristics are not discarded. Take the usual precautions for handling chemical products.

Environmental information

12.1 Mobility:

12.2 Ecotoxicity:

12.1.1 - EC50 test (mg/l):

12.2.2 - Receptor medium:

Risk for the water environment

Risk for the land environment

12.2.3 - Observations:

Ecotoxic in water environment.

Ecotoxic data not available.

12.3 Degradability:

12.3.1 - Test:

12.3.2 - Biotic degradation classification:

BOD5/COD

Biodegradability

12.3.3 - Abiotic degradation depending on pH:

12.3.4 - Observations:

Data not available.

12.4 Accumulation:

12.4.1 - Test:

12.4.2 - Bioaccumulation:

Risk

12.4.3 - Observations:

Data not available.

12.5 Other possible effects on the environment:

Do not allow it to enter soils or water channels.

Considerations regarding elimination

13.1 Substance or preparation:

In the European Union, there are no homogeneous standards established for elimination of chemical waste, which is waste of a special nature, and treatment and elimination of same is subject to the domestic legislation in each country.

In view of this, in each case, you should contact the competent authority or those companies legally authorized for elimination of waste.

2001/573/EC: Council Decision of 23 July 2001 amending Commission Decision 2000/532/EC as regards the list of wastes.Council Directive 91/156/EEC of 18 March 1991 amending Directive 75/442/EEC on waste.

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13.2 Contaminated containers:

Contaminated containers and packaging of dangerous substances or preparations must be treated in the same manner as the actual products contained in them.

European Parliament and Council Directive 94/62/EC of 20 December 1994 on packaging and packaging waste.

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Information concerning transport

Overland (ADR):

Technical name: METHYL IODIDE

UN 2644 Class: 6.1 Packaging group: I (C/E)

By sea (IMDG):

Technical name: METHYL IODIDE

UN 2644 Class: 6.1 Packaging group: I

By air (ICAI-IATA):

Technical name: Methyl iodide

UN 2644 Class: 6.1 Packaging group: -

Packaging instructions: CAO P PAX P

Regulatory information

Other information

Other precautionary statements

P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.

P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.

P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

P311 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

P312 Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.

P321 Specific treatment (see on this label).

P322 Specific measures (see on this label).

P330 Rinse mouth.

P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

P363 Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.

P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.

P405 Store locked up.

Labelling (65/548/CEE or 1999/45/CE)

Review number and date: 3 3.11.10

Date published: 3.11.10

In respect of the previous review, changes have been made to the following sections: 2, 3, 15

The information included in this Safety Data Sheet is based on our most up-to-date knowledge, and is solely intended to inform regarding aspects of safety; the properties and characteristics indicated herein are not guaranteed.