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| Section 1. Product and Company Identification |
| Product Name | Carbon Disulfide, GR | Product Code | CX0395 |
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| Synonym | Carbon Bisulfide |
| Material Uses | Analytical reagent.
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| Chemical Family | Solvent. |
| Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients |
| Component | CAS # | % by Weight |
| Carbon Disulfide | 75-15-0 | 100 |
| Section 3. Hazards Identification |
| Physical State and Appearance | Liquid. (Colorless.) |
| Emergency Overview | DANGER!
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. LIQUID OR VAPOR MAY IGNITE WHEN EXPOSED TO ANY SOURCE OF HEAT, EVEN HEAT FROM A LIGHT BULB. MAY BE FATAL IF INHALED, ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN OR SWALLOWED. BIRTH DEFECT HAZARD. CAN CAUSE BIRTH DEFECTS. CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT, EYE AND SKIN IRRITATION. CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAUSES DAMAGE TO THE FOLLOWING ORGANS: KIDNEYS, REPRODUCTIVE SYSTEM, LIVER, PERIPHERAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, SKIN, EYES, CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, EYE, LENS OR CORNEA. |
| WARNING: This product contains a chemical(s) known to the State of California to cause birth defects or other reproductive harm. |
| Routes of Entry | Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. |
| Potential Acute Health Effects |
| Eyes | Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. |
| Skin | Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). May be fatal if absorbed. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. |
| Inhalation | Extremely hazardous in case of inhalation. May be fatal if inhaled. Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). |
| Ingestion | Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed. |
| Potential Chronic Health Effects |
| Carcinogenic Effects | This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans. |
| Additional information See Toxicological Information (section 11) |
| Medical Conditions Aggravated by Overexposure: | Repeated exposure to a highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in one or many human organs. |
| Section 4. First Aid Measures |
| Eye Contact | Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately. |
| Skin Contact | In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. |
| Inhalation | If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, 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 |
| Flammability of the Product | Product will burn. |
| Auto-ignition Temperature | 90.05°C (194.1°F) |
| Flash Points | Closed cup: -30.1°C (-22.2°F). |
| Flammable Limits | LOWER: 1.3% UPPER: 50% |
| Products of Combustion | Not available. |
| Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances | Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge, of shocks, of heat, of oxidizing materials. |
| Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances | Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge:
Extremely flammable in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge. Extremely explosive in presence of open flames, sparks and static discharge. Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Extremely flammable in presence of shocks. Extremely explosive in presence of shocks. |
| Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions |
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion. |
| Protective Clothing (Fire) | Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. |
| Special Remarks on Fire Hazards | Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. |
| Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards | Not available. |
| Section 6. Accidental Release Measures |
| Small Spill and Leak | Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. |
| Large Spill and Leak | Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. 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. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities. |
| Spill Kit Information | The following EMD Chemicals Inc. SpillSolv ® absorbent is recommended for this product: SX1330 Solvent Treatment Kit |
| Section 7. Handling and Storage |
| Handling | Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing vapors or spray mists. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest. |
| Storage | Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. |
| Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection |
| Engineering Controls | Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of 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. |
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| Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill | Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. |
| Product Name | Exposure Limits |
| Carbon Disulfide | AUVA (Austria, 1995). Skin
Spitzenbegrenzung: 60 mg/m3 4 times per shift, 30 minute(s). Spitzenbegrenzung: 20 ppm 4 times per shift, 30 minute(s). TWA: 30 mg/m3 8 hour(s). TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). Belgium Minister of Labour (Belgium, 1998). Skin VL: 31 mg/m3 8 hour(s). VL: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). BAUA (Germany, 1997). Skin Spitzenbegrenzung: 120 mg/m3 Spitzenbegrenzung: 40 ppm TWA: 30 mg/m3 8 hour(s). TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). DK-Arbejdstylsinet (Denmark, 1996). Skin GV: 15 mg/m3 8 hour(s). GV: 5 ppm 8 hour(s). Tyterveyslaitos (Finland, 1998). TWA: 16 mg/m3 8 hour(s). TWA: 5 ppm 8 hour(s). INRS (France, 1996). VLE: 75 mg/m3 15 minute(s). VLE: 25 ppm 15 minute(s). VME: 30 mg/m3 8 hour(s). VME: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). National Authority for Occupational Safety/Health (Ireland, 1999). Skin OEL: 30 mg/m3 8 hour(s). OEL: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). Arbeidsinspectie (Netherlands, 1999). Skin TGG 8 uur: 30 mg/m3 8 hour(s). TGG 8 uur: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). N-Arbeidstylsinet (Norway, 1996). Skin AN: 15 mg/m3 8 hour(s). AN: 5 ppm 8 hour(s). EH40-MEL (United Kingdom (UK), 1997). Skin TWA: 32 mg/m3 8 hour(s). TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). ACGIH (United States, 1994). Skin TWA: 31 mg/m3 8 hour(s). TWA: 10 ppm 8 hour(s). NIOSH REL (United States, 1994). Skin STEL: 30 mg/m3 15 minute(s). STEL: 10 ppm 15 minute(s). TWA: 3 mg/m3 10 hour(s). TWA: 1 ppm 10 hour(s). OSHA Final Rule (United States, 1989). Skin STEL: 36 mg/m3 15 minute(s). STEL: 12 ppm 15 minute(s). TWA: 12 mg/m3 8 hour(s). TWA: 4 ppm 8 hour(s). OSHA Transitional Rule (United States, 1993). AMP: 100 ppm 30 minute(s). CEIL: 30 ppm TWA: 20 ppm 8 hour(s). |
| Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Odor | Unpleasant. Garlic. |
| Color | Not available. |
| Physical State and Appearance | Liquid. (Colorless.) |
| Molecular Weight | 76.13 g/mole |
| Molecular Formula | C-S2 |
| pH | Not available. |
| Boiling/Condensation Point | 46.17°C (115.1°F) |
| Melting/Freezing Point | -111.61°C (-168.9°F) |
| Critical Temperature | 272.9°C (523.2°F) |
| Specific Gravity | 1.26 (Water = 1) |
| Vapor Pressure | Not available. |
| Vapor Density | 2.6 (Air = 1) |
| Odor Threshold | 0.21 ppm |
| Evaporation Rate | 10.9 compared to(n-BUTYL ACETATE=1) |
| LogKow | Not available. |
| Solubility | Partially soluble in water. |
| Section 10. Stability and Reactivity |
| Stability and Reactivity | The product is stable. |
| Conditions of Instability | Not available. |
| Incompatibility with Various Substances | Highly reactive with oxidizing agents, metals. |
| Rem/Incompatibility | Not available. |
| Hazardous Decomposition Products | carbon oxides (CO, CO2) , sulfur oxides (SO2, SO3...) |
| Hazardous Polymerization | Will not occur. |
| Section 11. Toxicological Information |
| RTECS Number: |
| Carbon Disulfide | FF6650000 |
| Toxicity | Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 1200 mg/kg [Rat]. |
| Chronic Effects on Humans | TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 3 by European Union.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Classified Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/toxin/male [PROVEN]. |
| Acute Effects on Humans | Hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). May be fatal if absorbed. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant). Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. Extremely hazardous in case of inhalation. May be fatal if inhaled. Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Extremely hazardous in case of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed. |
| Synergetic Products (Toxicologically) | Not available. |
| Irritancy | Draize Test: Not available. |
| Sensitization | Not available. |
| Carcinogenic Effects | This material is not known to cause cancer in animals or humans. |
| Toxicity to Reproductive System | Classified Reproductive system/toxin/female, Reproductive system/toxin/male [PROVEN]. |
| Teratogenic Effects | Classified 3 by European Union. |
| Mutagenic Effects | Tests on laboratory animals for mutagenic effects are cited in Registry of Toxic Effects of Chemical Substances (RTECS). |
| Section 12. Ecological Information |
| Ecotoxicity | Not available. |
| BOD5 and COD | Not available. |
| Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation | The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself. |
| Section 13. Disposal Considerations |
| EPA Waste Number | P022 D001 |
| Treatment | Incineration, fuels blending or recycle. Contact your local permitted waste disposal site (TSD) for permissible treatment sites. Always contact a permitted waste disposal (TSD) to assure compliance with all current local, state, and Federal Regulations. |
| Section 14. Transport Information |
| DOT Classification | Proper Shipping Name: CARBON DISULFIDE
Hazard Class: 3 UN number: UN1131 Packing Group: I RQ: 100 lbs. (45.36 kg) |
| TDG Classification | Not available. |
| IMO/IMDG Classification | Proper Shipping Name: CARBON DISULPHIDE
Hazard Class: 3 UN number: UN1131 Packing Group: I RQ: 100 |
| ICAO/IATA Classification | Not available. |
| Section 15. Regulatory Information |
| U.S. Federal Regulations | TSCA 8(a) PAIR: Carbon Disulfide
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Carbon Disulfide |
| SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: Carbon Disulfide
SARA 302/304 emergency planning and notification: Carbon Disulfide SARA 302/304/311/312 hazardous chemicals: Carbon Disulfide SARA 311/312 MSDS distribution - chemical inventory - hazard identification: Carbon Disulfide: Fire Hazard, Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard, Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard |
| SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Carbon Disulfide |
| Clean Water Act (CWA) 307: No products were found. |
| Clean Water Act (CWA) 311: Carbon Disulfide |
| Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: Carbon Disulfide |
| Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found. |
| Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: Carbon Disulfide |
| WHMIS (Canada) | CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8°C (100°F).
Class D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC). |
| CEPA DSL: Carbon Disulfide |
| This product has been classifed in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Product Regulations and the MSDS contains all required information. |
| International Regulations |
| EINECS | Carbon Disulfide 200-843-6 |
| DSCL (EEC) | R11- Highly flammable.
R22- Harmful if swallowed. R37/38- Irritating to respiratory system and skin. R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes. |
| International Lists | Australia (NICNAS): Carbon Disulfide
Japan (MITI): Carbon Disulfide Korea (TCCL): Carbon Disulfide Philippines (RA6969): Carbon Disulfide |
| China: No products were found. |
| State Regulations | Pennsylvania RTK: Carbon Disulfide: (environmental hazard, generic environmental hazard)
Massachusetts RTK: Carbon Disulfide New Jersey: Carbon Disulfide |
| California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Carbon Disulfide
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause reproductive harm (female) which would require a warning under the statute: Carbon Disulfide California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause reproductive harm (male) which would require a warning under the statute: Carbon Disulfide California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: Carbon Disulfide |
| Section 16. Other Information |
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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, EXPRESS OR IMPLIED, INCLUDING MERCHANTABILITY OR FITNESS FOR A PARTICULAR USE, WITH RESPECT TO THE INFORMATION HEREIN OR THE PRODUCT TO WHICH THE INFORMATION REFERS. |
