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2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate

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[Flash Point]

97
[Autoignition]

214
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Containers may explode when heated. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Do NOT get water inside containers. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.
[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.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. DO NOT use mouth-to-mouth respiration.
[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. Wash clothing before reuse.
[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]

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool place in the original container and protect from sunlight. Keep refrigerated. Store in a tightly closed container. Store protected from moisture. Store protected from light.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Store protected from light. Do not allow contact with water. Container should be opened by a technically qualified person. Keep from contact with moist air and steam.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

May cause severe skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
[Eyes]

Causes severe eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/38 43
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 28
[UN (DOT)]

3334
[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]

May cause reproductive and fetal effects.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Clear, colorless mobile liquid with a faint odor.
[Solubility in water]

Soluble
[Melting Point]

-12
[Boiling Point]

189
[Vapor Pressure]

0.16 (25 C)
[Density]

1.077 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

13.82
[Partition Coefficient]

.47
[Heat Of Vaporization]

49.5 kJ/mol
[Usage]

Acrylic resins, binder for nonwoven fabrics, enamels.
[Vapor Density]

5
[Refractive Index]

1.4525 (20 C)
[Product Name]

2-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate
[Synonyms]

2-(methacryloyloxy)ethanol
beta-Hydroxyethyl methacrylate
Ethylene glycol methacrylate
Glycol methacrylate
Glycol monomethacrylate
Hydroxyethyl methacrylate
[CAS]

"CASEN_868-77-9.htm">868-77-9
[Formula]

C6H10O3
[Molecular Weight]

130.13999999999999
[EINECS]

212-782-2
[RTECS]

OZ4725000
[RTECS Class]

Drug; Reproductive Effector
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1071583
[Beilstein Reference]

4-02-00-01530
[EC Index Number]

607-124-00-X
[EC Class]

Irritant; Sensitising
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Scoop up with a nonsparking tool, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers.
[Disposal Code]

1
[Incompatibilities]

Moisture.
[Stability]

Unstable.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
[UN Number]

3334
[HS Code]

2916 14 90