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N-Methylacetamide

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[Flash Point]

108
[Autoignition]

490
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.
[Upper exp. limit]

18.1
[Lower exp. limit]

3.2
[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 immediately.
[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. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
[Storage]

Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 61
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 53 45
[UN (DOT)]

2811
[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]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Exposure Effects]

The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Needle-like crystals.
[Solubility in water]

Miscible
[Melting Point]

27 - 30
[Boiling Point]

204
[Vapor Pressure]

0.4 (40 C)
[Density]

1.043 g/cm3 (-23.15 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

-1.05
[Heat Of Vaporization]

69.87 kJ/mol
[Heat Of Combustion]

-1862 kJ/mol
[Refractive Index]

1.4301 (20 C)
[Product Name]

N-Methylacetamide
[Synonyms]

Methylacetamide
Monomethylacetamide
n-Monomethylacetamide
[CAS]

"CASEN_79-16-3.htm">79-16-3
[Formula]

C3H7NO
[Molecular Weight]

73.09
[EINECS]

201-182-6
[RTECS]

AC5960000
[RTECS Class]

Mutagen; Reproductive Effector
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1071255
[Beilstein Reference]

4-04-00-00176
[EC Index Number]

616-053-00-3
[EC Class]

Toxic for reproduction Category 2
[Small spills/leaks]

Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Provide ventilation.
[Disposal Code]

1
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.
[UN Number]

2811
[HS Code]

2924 19 00