ICSC 0276 - FURFURAL

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FURFURAL	ICSC: 0276 (June 2012)
2-Furancarboxyaldehyde 2-Furaldehyde 2-Furylmethanal

CAS #: 98-01-1

UN #: 1199

EC Number: 202-627-7

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Flammable. Above 60°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 60°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Dizziness. Weakness. Shortness of breath.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.
Skin	Dry skin. Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Aspiration hazard!	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Flammable liquid and vapour Toxic if swallowed Fatal if inhaled Causes mild skin irritation Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Suspected of causing cancer May cause damage to liver through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways Harmful to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Subsidiary Risks: 3; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Separated from strong bases, strong acids, strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Keep in the dark. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

FURFURAL

ICSC: 0276

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-PALE YELLOW OILY LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. TURNS RED-BROWN ON EXPOSURE TO AIR AND LIGHT. Physical dangers Chemical dangers The substance polymerizes under the influence of acids or bases. This generates fire or explosion hazard. Reacts with oxidants. Attacks some forms of plastic.	Formula: C₅H₄O₂ / C₄H₃OCHO Molecular mass: 96.1 Boiling point: 162°C Melting point: -36.5°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.16 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 8.3 Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.15 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.3 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00 Flash point: 60°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 315°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.1-19.3 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.46 Viscosity: 1.28 mm²/s at 25°C

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-PALE YELLOW OILY LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. TURNS RED-BROWN ON EXPOSURE TO AIR AND LIGHT.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
The substance polymerizes under the influence of acids or bases. This generates fire or explosion hazard. Reacts with oxidants. Attacks some forms of plastic.

Formula: C₅H₄O₂ / C₄H₃OCHO
Molecular mass: 96.1
Boiling point: 162°C
Melting point: -36.5°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.16
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 8.3
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.15
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.3
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00
Flash point: 60°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 315°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.1-19.3
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.46
Viscosity: 1.28 mm²/s at 25°C

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. If swallowed the substance may cause vomiting and could result in aspiration pneumonitis.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. The substance may have effects on the liver. Tumours have been detected in experimental animals but may not be relevant to humans.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. If swallowed the substance may cause vomiting and could result in aspiration pneumonitis.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. The substance may have effects on the liver. Tumours have been detected in experimental animals but may not be relevant to humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 0.2 ppm as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); BEI issued. MAK: skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 3

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Refer for medical attention if breathing difficulties and/or fever develop.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T; R: 21-23/25-36/37/38-40; S: (1/2)-26-36/37-45

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