ICSC 0509 - METHYL IODIDE

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METHYL IODIDE	ICSC: 0509 (June 2012)
Iodomethane

CAS #: 74-88-4

UN #: 2644

EC Number: 200-819-5

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. Headache. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Weakness. Convulsions. Confusion. Death Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles 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	See Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Toxic if swallowed or if inhaled Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Causes damage to central nervous system if inhaled Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: I
STORAGE
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING
Unbreakable packaging. Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

METHYL IODIDE

ICSC: 0509

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. TURNS BROWN ON EXPOSURE TO LIGHT AND MOISTURE. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air and may accumulate in lowered spaces causing a deficiency of oxygen. Chemical dangers Decomposes above 270°C . This produces hydrogen iodide. Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates explosion hazard. Reacts with oxygen at 300°C. This generates explosion hazard.	Formula: CH₃I Molecular mass: 142.0 Boiling point: 42.5°C Melting point: -66.5°C Relative density (water = 1): 2.3 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 1.4 Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 50 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.9 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 2.7 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.51 Viscosity: 0.18 mm²/s at 40°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 8.5 - 66% Auto-ignition temperature: 355°C

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. TURNS BROWN ON EXPOSURE TO LIGHT AND MOISTURE.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air and may accumulate in lowered spaces causing a deficiency of oxygen.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes above 270°C . This produces hydrogen iodide. Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates explosion hazard. Reacts with oxygen at 300°C. This generates explosion hazard.

Formula: CH₃I
Molecular mass: 142.0
Boiling point: 42.5°C
Melting point: -66.5°C
Relative density (water = 1): 2.3
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 1.4
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 50
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.9
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 2.7
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.51
Viscosity: 0.18 mm²/s at 40°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 8.5 - 66%
Auto-ignition temperature: 355°C

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure 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 of its vapour and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Tumours have been detected in experimental animals but may not be relevant to humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 2 ppm as TWA; (skin). MAK: skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 2

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be taken to avoid any additional release, for example through inappropriate disposal.

NOTES
The symptoms of acute poisoning do not become manifest until hours or even days after exposure, and they are aggravated by physical effort.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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

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