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Methyl methanesulfonate (66-27-3)

Identification
Name:Methyl methanesulfonate
Synonyms:MMS; Methanesulfonic acid methyl ester; METHYLMETHANE SULPHONATE 99%
CAS:66-27-3
EINECS: 200-625-0
Molecular Formula: C2H6O3S
Molecular Weight: 110.13
InChI: InChI=1/C2H6O3S/c1-5-6(2,3)4/h1-2H3
Molecular Structure: (C2H6O3S) MMS; Methanesulfonic acid methyl ester; METHYLMETHANE SULPHONATE 99%
Properties
Transport:UN 2810
Melting Point: 20 C
Density:1.3
Stability:Stable. Combustible. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
Refractive index:1.413-1.415
Solubility:200 g/L (20 ºC)
Appearance:colourless liquid
Specification:

1.Handling and Storage
Handling: Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood. 
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. 
2.Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. 
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.  

Report:

NTP 10th Report on Carcinogens. IARC Cancer Review: Group 3 IMEMDT    IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man . 7 ,1987,p. 56.(World Health Organization, Internation Agency for Research on Cancer,Lyon, France.: ) (Single copies can be ordered from WHO Publications Centre U.S.A., 49 Sheridan Avenue, Albany, NY 12210) ; Animal Sufficient Evidence IMEMDT    IARC Monographs on the Evaluation of Carcinogenic Risk of Chemicals to Man . 7 ,1974,p. 253.(World Health Organization, Internation Agency for Research on Cancer,Lyon, France.: ) (Single copies can be ordered from WHO Publications Centre U.S.A., 49 Sheridan Avenue, Albany, NY 12210) . Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory. EPA Genetic Toxicology Program.

Packinggroup: III
Storage Temperature: Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
Color: Colorless liquid
Usage:Research chemical.
Safety Data
Hazard Symbols T:Toxic