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Melamine

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[Flash Point]

325
[Autoignition]

> 600
[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 spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
[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]

Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. 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]

Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Inhalation]

May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema.
[Skin]

Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause irritation and/or dermatitis.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 22 24/25
[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 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 cancer according to animal studies. May cause reproductive and fetal effects.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Colorless to white monoclinic crystals or prisms or white powder.
[Solubility in water]

4.9 g/L
[Vapor Pressure]

2E12 (25 C)
[Density]

1.573 g/cm3 (14 C)
[pKa/pKb]

8.34 (pKb)
[Partition Coefficient]

-.64
[Heat Of Combustion]

-1967 kJ/mol
[Usage]

Organic synthesis, leather tanning.
[Vapor Density]

4.34
[Refractive Index]

1.65 (20 C)
[Product Name]

1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine
[Synonyms]

1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine
2,4,6-Triamino-1,3,5-triazine
Cyanurotriamide
[CAS]

"CASEN_108-78-1.htm">108-78-1
[Formula]

C3H6N6
[Molecular Weight]

126.12
[EINECS]

203-615-4
[RTECS]

OS0700000
[RTECS Class]

Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant
[Merck]

13,5834
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

124341
[Beilstein Reference]

4-26-00-01253
[Small spills/leaks]

Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
[Disposal Code]

3
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents; strong acids.
[Decomposition]

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, cyanide fumes, nitrogen.
[Combustion Products]

The evolution of hydrogen cyanide during combustion and pyrolysis of melamine resin was detected.
[HS Code]

2933 69 80