| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Carbamide | 【Synonyms】
Carbamide
Carbonyldiamide | 【CAS】
57-13-6 | 【Formula】
CH4N2O | 【Molecular Weight】
60.06 | 【EINECS】
200-315-5 | 【RTECS】
YR6250000 | 【RTECS Class】
Tumorigen; Drug; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Primary Irritant | 【Merck】
12,10005 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
635724 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-03-00-00094 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
White crystals, powder or prills. Odorless. Slight ammonia odor may develop especially in presence of moisture, hygroscopic, especially when humidity is over 75%. | 【Solubility in water】
Very soluble | 【Boiling Point】
197 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.4 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.34 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【pKa/pKb】
13.90 (pKb) | 【Partition Coefficient】
-2.11 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
45.3 kJ/mol | 【Heat Of Combustion】
-634.1 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Microbiocide, fungicide. | 【Vapor Density】
2.07 | 【Odor threshold】
Odorless | 【Refractive Index】
1.484 (20 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Immediately 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】
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Inhalation of dust causes irritation of the nose and throat, coughing and sneezing. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause cardiac disturbances. May cause disturbed blood electrolyte balance. | 【Hazards】
Melts and decomposes, generating ammonia. | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 24/25 |
| 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】
Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause adverse reproductive effects. Laboratory experiments have resulted in mutagenic effects. Prolonged exposure or exposure to high concentrations may cause eye damage. | 【Poison Class】
5 |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents, sodium hypochlorite, sodium nitrate, calcium hypochlorite, nitrosyl perchlorate, gallium perchlorate, diphosphorus pentachloride. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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