| [Flash Point] 145 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Fire Potential] Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes. | |
| [Ingestion] Do NOT induce vomiting. 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 immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. | |
| [Inhalation] Effects may be delayed. May cause severe respiratory tract irritation. May cause burns to the respiratory tract. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin burns. Effects may be delayed. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye burns. | |
| [Hazards] Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 22 34 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36/37/39 45 | |
| [UN (DOT)] 1759 | |
| [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. | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] Solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 130 - 133 | |
| [Boiling Point] 267 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.014 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 0.99 g/cm3 (25 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 6.12 (pKb) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -.17 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 48.5 kJ/mol | |
| [Product Name] 2-Methylimidazole | |
| [Synonyms] 2-Methylimidazole 2MZ Curezol 2MZ Denka CN 25 | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_693-98-1.htm">693-98-1 | |
| [Formula] C4H6N2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 82.11 | |
| [EINECS] 211-765-7 | |
| [RTECS] NI7175000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1368 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 5-23-05-00035 | |
| [EC Class] harmful, irritant | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Disposal Code] 3 | |
| [Incompatibilities] Acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, strong oxidizing agents. | |
| [Stability] No data. | |
| [Decomposition] Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 1759 | |
| [Hazard Class] 8 | |
| [Packing Group] I; II; III | |
| [HS Code] 2933 29 90 |
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