2,2'-Bioxirane,(2R,2'R)-rel-
Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Product and Company Identification
Product Name dl-1,2:3,4-Diepoxybutane DX1006
Product Code
EMD Chemicals Inc.
Manufacturer Effective Date 12/14/2004
P.O. Box 70
12/14/2004
Print Date
480 Democrat Road
Gibbstown, NJ 08027
Prior to January 1, 2003 EMD Chemicals Inc. was EM
Industries, Inc. or EM Science, Division of EM Industries,
Inc.
For More Information Call In Case of Emergency Call
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ERYTHRITOL ANHYDRIDE
Synonym
Analytical reagent.
Material Uses
Organic Oxide
Chemical Family
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Component CAS # % by
Weight
dl-1:2,3:4-Diexpoxybutane 298-18-0 100
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Liquid.
Physical State and
Appearance
DANGER!
Emergency Overview
FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
HARMFUL IF INHALED, ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN OR SWALLOWED.
POSSIBLE CANCER HAZARD.
MAY CAUSE CANCER BASED ON ANIMAL DATA.
CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION.
Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Routes of Entry
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by
redness, watering, and itching.
Skin Hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator, irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by
itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Inhalation Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant).
Ingestion Hazardous in case of ingestion.
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Potential Chronic Health Effects
Carcinogenic Effects Classified 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC.
Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an
Medical Conditions
accumulation in one or many human organs.
Aggravated by
Overexposure:
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with
Eye Contact
plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately.
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
Skin Contact
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Wash
clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention
immediately.
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
Inhalation
give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately.
Ingestion If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. Get medical attention immediately.
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Product will burn.
Flammability of the
Product
Not available.
Auto-ignition
Temperature
Closed cup: 44.9??C (112.8??F).
Flash Points
Not available.
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products of Combustion
Flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge, of heat, of oxidizing
Fire Hazards in Presence
materials.
of Various Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge:
Explosion Hazards in
Flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge.
Presence of Various
Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: No.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
Fire Fighting Media
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in
and Instructions
order to prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.
Protective Clothing (Fire) Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Not available.
Special Remarks on Fire
Hazards
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Explosion Hazards
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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Small Spill and Leak
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Cover
Large Spill and Leak
with DRY earth, DRY sand or other non-combustible material followed with plastic sheet to
minimize spreading or contact with rain. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch
spilled material. Use water spray to reduce vapors. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or
confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal.
The following EMD Chemicals Inc. SpillSolv ? absorbent is recommended for this product:
Spill Kit Information
SX1330 Solvent Treatment Kit
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep container closed. Do not get in eyes, on skin,
Handling
or on clothing. Do not ingest. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists.
Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of
Engineering Controls
vapors below their respective occupational exposure limits. Ensure that eyewash stations and
safety showers are proximal to the work-station location.
Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Lab coat.
Respiratory Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear
appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Gloves.
Feet Not applicable.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing
Personal Protection in
apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing
Case of a Large Spill
might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits
Product Name
dl-1:2,3:4-Diexpoxybutane Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Not available.
Odor
Pale color. Yellowish.
Color
Liquid.
Physical State and
Appearance
86.1 g/mole
Molecular Weight
C4-H6-O2
Molecular Formula
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Not available.
pH
137.9??C (280.2??F)
Boiling/Condensation
Point
3.9??C (39??F)
Melting/Freezing Point
Not available.
Specific Gravity
Vapor Pressure Not available.
Not available.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Evaporation Rate
Not available.
LogKow
Not available.
Solubility
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Reactive with oxidizing agents, moisture.
Incompatibility with
Various Substances
Not available.
Rem/Incompatibility
Hazardous Decomposition carbon oxides (CO, CO2)
Products
Hazardous Polymerization Will not occur.
Section 11. Toxicological Information
dl-1:2,3:4-Diexpoxybutane
RTECS Number: EJ8400000
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 210 mg/kg [Rat].
Toxicity
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 800 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 56 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC.
Chronic Effects on
Humans
Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness,
Acute Effects on Humans
watering, and itching. Hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator, irritant). Skin inflammation is
characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. Hazardous in case of
inhalation (lung irritant). Hazardous in case of ingestion.
Synergetic Products Not available.
(Toxicologically)
Irritancy Draize Test: Not available.
Sensitization Not available.
Carcinogenic Effects Classified 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC.
Toxicity to Reproductive Not available.
System
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Teratogenic Effects Not available.
Mutagenic Effects Tests on laboratory animals for mutagenic effects are cited in Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical
Substances (RTECS).
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and CO
Toxicity of the Products of The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
U085 D001
EPA Waste Number
Specifed Technology - Contact your local permitted waste disposal site (TSD) for permissible
Treatment
treatment sites. Always contact a permitted waste disposal (TSD) to assure compliance with
all current local, state, and Federal Regulations..
+ Section 14. Transport Information
Not available.
DOT Classification
Not available.
TDG Classification
Not available.
IMO/IMDG
Classification
Not available.
ICAO/IATA
Classification
Section 15. Regulatory Information
This material is not listed on the TSCA Inventory. For research and development use only, not
U.S. Federal Regulations
for manufacturing or commercial purposes.
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: No products were found.
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: No products were found.
SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: dl-1:2,3:4-Diexpoxybutane
SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification:
dl-1:2,3:4-Diexpoxybutane: Fire Hazard, Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic)
Health Hazard
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
CLASS B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8??C (100??F) and 93.3??C (200??F).
WHMIS (Canada)
Class D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
Class D-1B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC).
Class D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
Class D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
CEPA DSL: dl-1:2,3:4-Diexpoxybutane
This product has been classifed in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product
Regulations and the MSDS contains all required information.
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International Regulations
dl-1:2,3:4-Diexpoxybutane 206-060-6
EINECS
R10- Flammable.
DSCL (EEC)
R21/22- Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R26- Very toxic by inhalation.
R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
International Lists No products were found.
China: No products were found.
State Regulations No products were found.
California prop. 65: No products were found.
Section 16. Other Information
National Fire
Fire Hazard
2
Protection
2 0
Association Health Reactivity
(U.S.A.)
Specific Hazard
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Notice to Reader
The statements contained herein are based upon technical data that EMD Chemicals Inc. believes to be reliable, are offered for
information purposes only and as a guide to the appropriate precautionary and emergency handling of the material by a properly
trained person having the necessary technical skills. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other information
gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to
assure proper use, storage and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of employees and customers and the
protection of the environment. EMD CHEMICALS INC. MAKES NO REPRESENTATION OR WARRANTY OF ANY KIND,
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THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS.
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