| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Pyrocarbonic acid diethyl ester | 【Synonyms】
Dicarbonic acid, diethyl ester
Diethyl oxydiformate
Diethyl pyrocarbonate
Pyrocarbonic acid diethyl ester | 【CAS】
1609-47-8 | 【Formula】
C6H10O5 | 【Molecular Weight】
162.13999999999999 | 【EINECS】
216-542-8 | 【RTECS】
LQ9350000 | 【RTECS Class】
Other | 【Merck】
12,8182 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
637031 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-03-00-00018 | 【EC Class】
harmful |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Clear, colorless liquid. Fruity odor. | 【Solubility in water】
Slightly soluble | 【Boiling Point】
93 | 【Density】
1.123 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Usage】
Gentle esterifying agent. | 【Refractive Index】
1.3988 (18 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Refrigerator (approx 4 C). Store protected from moisture. | 【Handling】
Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not allow contact with water. Wash clothing before reuse. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames. Keep from contact with moist air and steam. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema. Inhalation at high concentrations may cause CNS depression and asphixiation. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. May cause irritation and dermatitis. May cause cyanosis of the extremities. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage. | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 20/22 36/37/38 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36/37/39 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | 【Exposure Effects】
Effects may be delayed. | 【Poison Class】
4 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
69 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Combustible Liquid. Extinguishing media: Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Do NOT get water inside containers. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Scoop up with a nonsparking tool, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Incompatibilities】
Moisture, ammonia, strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents. | 【Stability】
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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