International Chemical Safety Cards

ACETAMIDE ICSC: 0233
ACETAMIDE
Acetic acid amide
Ethanamide
Acetimidic acid
Methanecarboxamide
C2H5NO / CH3CONH2
Molecular mass: 59.1
CAS # 60-35-5
RTECS # AB4025000
ICSC # 0233

EC # 616-022-00-4
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Water spray, powder.
EXPLOSION


EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!

  • INHALATION

    		• Local exhaust or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest.
  • SKIN
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
  • EYES
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		Safety spectacles.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION

    		• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
    		Dry. Well closed.

    Xn symbol
    R: 40
    S: (2-)36/37
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0233 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

    International Chemical Safety Cards

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS, DELIQUESCENT CRYSTALS

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic fumes including nitrogen oxides. Reacts with acids and strong oxidants.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol.

    INHALATION RISK:
     Evaporation at 20░C is negligible; a nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially, if powdered.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes and the skin.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 222░C
    Melting point: 81░C
    Density: 1.16
    		 Solubility in water, g/100 ml: 200
    Vapour pressure, Pa at 65░C: 133
    Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -1.26
    ENVIRONMENTAL
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    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0233 ACETAMIDE
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