| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Methyl 2-methyllactate | 【Synonyms】
2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid methyl ester
Lactic acid, 2-methyl-, methyl ester
Methyl 2-hydroxyisobutyrate
Methyl 2-methyllactate
Propanoic acid, 2-hydroxy-2-methyl-, methyl ester | 【CAS】
2110-78-3 | 【Formula】
C5H10O3 | 【Molecular Weight】
118.13 | 【EINECS】
218-301-2 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1746607 |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | 【Eyes】
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 sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Flammables-area. | 【Handling】
Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed. | 【Inhalation】
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. | 【Hazards】
Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers. | 【UN (DOT)】
1993 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
41 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Forms explosive mixtures with air. Extinguishing media: Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | 【Fire Potential】
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames. |
| 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. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Incompatibilities】
Oxidizing agents, acids, bases. | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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