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:

Acrylamid

Synonym:

2-Propeneamide, Acrylic acid amide

REACH Registration Number: A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its use are exempted from registration according to Article 2 REACH Regulation (EC) Nº 1907/2006, the annual tonnage does not requiere a registration, the registration is envisaged for a later registration deadline or it is a mixture.

1.2 Use of the substance/preparation:

For laboratory utilisation, analysis, research and fine chemistry.

1.3 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

1.4 Emergency telephone:

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.

Carc. 1B

Muta. 1B

Repr. 2

Acute Tox. 3

STOT RE 1

Acute Tox. 4

Acute Tox. 4

Eye Irrit. 2

Skin Irrit. 2

Skin Sens. 1

Hazard Pictograms

Signal word

Danger

Hazard statements

H350 May cause cancer <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard>.

H340 May cause genetic defects <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard>.

H361f Suspected of damaging fertility.

H301 Toxic if swallowed.

H372 Causes damage to organs <or state all organs affected, if known> through prolonged or repeated exposure <state route of exposure if it is conclusively proven that no other routes of exposure cause the hazard>.

H332 Harmful if inhaled.

H312 Harmful in contact with skin.

H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

H315 Causes skin irritation.

H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.

Precautionary statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

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

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

P264 Wash...thoroughly after handling.

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

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.

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: Acrylamid

Formula: C3H5NO M.= 71,08 CAS [79-06-1]

EC number (EINECS): 201-173-7

EC index number: 616-003-00-0

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. In the event sickness persists, seek medical assistance.

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:

Drink large amounts of water. Induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical assistance.

Fire-fighting means

5.1 Suitable fire-extinguishing means:

Water. Foam.

5.2 Fire-fighting means which must NOT be used:

Carbon dioxide (CO2).

5.3 Special risks:

Flammable. Keep away from sources of ignition. In the event of fire, toxic fumes may form: NOx,CO,NH3.

5.4 Protective equipment:

Suitable clothing and footwear.

Measures to be taken in the event of accidental spillage

6.1 Individual precautions:

Do not inhale the dust.

6.2 Precautions for care of the environment:

Avoid pollution of the soil, water supplies and drains.

6.3 Methods for collection/cleaning:

Collect up dry 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.In well ventilated premises.In a cool place.Restricted access, only authorized to technicians.

Staff exposure/protection controls

8.1 Technical protective measures:

No special indications.

8.2 Exposure limit control:

TLV-TWA: 0,03 mg/m3 dermal resorption

VLA-ED: 0,03 mg/m3

8.3 Respiratory protection:

If dust forms, use suitable respiratory protection. Filter AP3.

8.4 Hand protection:

Use suitable gloves

8.5 Eye protection:

Use suitable goggles.

8.6 Individual hygiene measures:

Remove contaminated clothing. Wash hands and face before breaks and when the job is done. Do not eat, drink or smoke in the workplace. Avoid the formation of dust.

8.7 Environmental exposure controls:

Fulfill the commitments under local environmental protection legislation.

Physical and chemical properties

Appearance: solid

Colour: White

Granulometry: N/A

Odour: Odourless.

pH: 5,5 - 7,5

Melting point/freezing point: 84,5 °C

Initial boiling point and boiling range: 125 °C 30 hPa

Flash point:

N/A

Flammability (solid, gas):

N/A

Upper/lower flammability or explosive limits:

N/A

Vapour pressure: N/A

Vapour density: N/A

Relative density:

N/A

Solubility: 2.150 g/l in water30 °C

Partition coefficient: n-octanol/water:

N/A

Auto-ignition temperature:

N/A

Decomposition temperature: N/A

Viscosity: N/A

Stability and reactivity

10.1 Conditions which should be avoided:

High temperatures.

10.2 Matter which should be avoided:

Acids. Oxidant agents. Reducing agents. Alkaline solutions.

10.3 Hazardous decomposition products:

Carbon monoxide. Ammonia. Nitrous fumes.

10.4 Complementary information:

Light-sensitive. Tends to polymerize.

Toxicological information

• Acute toxicity:

TDL0 oral mus : 300 mg/kg

TDL0 oral rat : 1.456 mg/kg

LD L0 oral rbt : 126 mg/kg

LD50 oral rat : 124 mg/kg

LD L0 skn rbt : 1.000 mg/kg

LD50 skn rat : 400 mg/kg

LD50 ipr rat : 90 mg/kg

• Dangerous effects for health:

If dust inhaled: coughing breathing difficulties Irritations to the respiratory tracts. Upon contact with the skin: irritations Through contact with the eyes: irritations If swallowed: Can cause effects on the central nervous system ataxia (motor coordination disorders) Irritations of the mucosae in the mouth, throat, oesophagus and intestinal tract. Other dangerous characteristics are not discarded. Take the usual precautions for handling chemical products.

Environmental information

12.1 Toxicity:

12.1.1 - EC50 test (mg/l):

Fish (C. auratus) 160 mg/l

Classification:

Extr. toxic

12.1.2. - Receptor medium:

Risk for the water environment

Medium

Risk for the land environment

Medium

12.2 Persistence and Degradability :

BOD5 =0,97 g/g

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential:

Data not available.

12.4 Mobility in soil :

Data not available.

12.5 Assessment PBT and MPMB :

Data not available.

12.6 Other possible effects on the environment:

Do not allow it to enter soils or water channels.

High toxic product for water.

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: ACRYLAMIDE, SOLID

UN 2074 Class: 6.1 Packaging group: III (E)

By sea (IMDG):

Technical name: ACRYLAMIDE, SOLID

UN 2074 Class: 6.1 Packaging group: III

By air (ICAI-IATA):

Technical name: Acrylamide, solid

UN 2074 Class: 6.1 Packaging group: III

Packaging instructions: CAO 677 PAX 670

Regulatory information

The substance is included in the Candidate List of Substances of Very High Concern (SVHC) according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH)

Other information

Other precautionary statements

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

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

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

P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.

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

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

P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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

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

P314 Get medical advice/attention 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.

P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.

P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.

P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.

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

P405 Store locked up.

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

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

Review number and date: 4 8.9.2011

Date published: 8.9.2011

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

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.