| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Methoxyethene | 【Synonyms】
Methoxyethene
Methyl vinyl ether | 【CAS】
107-25-5 | 【Formula】
C3H6O | 【Molecular Weight】
58.09 | 【EINECS】
203-475-4 | 【RTECS】
KO2300000 | 【RTECS Class】
Reproductive Effector | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1209255 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-01-00-02049 | 【EC Index Number】
603-021-00-9 | 【EC Class】
Extremely flammable |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
A colorless gas with a sweet, pleasant odor. | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Melting Point】
-122.2 | 【Boiling Point】
6 | 【Vapor Pressure】
1500 (25 C) | 【Density】
0.777 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Partition Coefficient】
.51 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
24.4 kJ/mol | 【Heat Of Combustion】
-1922 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Monomer for copolymers used in coatings & lacquers, modifier for alkyl, polystyrene & ionomer resins, plasticizer for nitrocellulose & adhesives. | 【Vapor Density】
2 | 【Refractive Index】
1.3730 (0 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Do NOT induce vomiting, get medical attention. | 【Inhalation】
Remove victim to fresh air; if breathing is difficult, administer oxygen; call physician. | 【Skin】
Wash with copious quantities of water; treat frostbite by use of warm water or blankets. | 【Eyes】
Wash with copious quantities of water; consult an eye specialist. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Grounding and bonding required. Store in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with light. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep separated from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Subject to storage regulations: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101. Grounding and bonding required. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Respiratory tract irritation has not been reported, but may be predicted from other irritant properties. | 【Skin】
Skin irritation may be noted. | 【Eyes】
Eye, nose, and throat irritation may be seen. | 【Ingestion】
Seek medical attention. | 【Hazards】
Containers may explode. Vapor is heavier than air and may travel a considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back. | 【UN (DOT)】
1087 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Organic-vapor mask; plastic or rubber gloves; safety glasses. | 【Respirators】
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA). | 【Exposure Effects】
Central nervous system depression could occur from anesthetic effects. | 【Poison Class】
4 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
-56 | 【Autoignition】
287 | 【Fire Fighting】
Do not extinguish fire unless flow can be stopped. Use water in flooding quantities as fog. Cool all affected containers with flooding quantities of water. Apply water from as far a distance as possible. | 【Upper exp. limit】
39 | 【Lower exp. limit】
2.6 | 【Fire Potential】
Very dangerous; can react vigorously with oxidizing materials. Extremely flammable. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Keep sparks, flames, and other sources of ignition away. Keep material out of water sources and sewers. Attempt to stop leak if without undue personnel hazard. Use water spray to knock-down vapors. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Stability】
Polymerizes easily. | 【Incompatibilities】
React vigorously with oxidizing materials. | 【Decomposition】
When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating and/or toxic gases. |
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