N-isopropylmethacrylamide

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

In event of emergency assess the danger before taking action. Do not put yourself at risk of injury. If in doubt, contact emergency

INHALATION

Remove to fresh air, treat symptomatically. If symptoms develop, seek medical advice.

SKIN CONTACT

Brush off excess powder. Remove contaminated clothing. Wash clothing before reuse. Flush with large amounts of water. Use soap if available. For a large splash, flood body under a shower. Get medical attention.

EYE CONTACT

Brush off excess powder. Immediately flush eye with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids open. Get medical attention.

INGESTION

Seek medical advice immediately, showing the label and/or SDS. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. If conscious, washout mouth and give water to drink. If unconsious, do not give anything by mouth, place in the recovery position, check breathing and pulse. If necessary give artifical respiration.

PROTECTION FOR FIRST AID PERSONNEL

Wear adequate personal protective equipment.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:

A review of available data does not identify any symptoms from exposure not previously mentioned.

Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:

Based on the individual reactions of the patient, the physician's judgement should be used to control symptoms and clinical condition.

Fire-fighting measures

Extinguishing media:

SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.

Foam, Carbon dioxide, Dry powder, Other extinguishing agent suitable for Class B fires

UNSUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Water

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:

May form explosive dust-air mixtures. Hazardous polymerization may occur. May evolve oxides of carbon (COx) under fire conditions. May evolve oxides of nitrogen (NOx) under fire conditions.

In the event of a spill, prevent material and fire water from entering sewers or waterways.

Advice for firefighters:

In case of fire, wear a full face positive-pressure self contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:

ADVICE FOR NON-EMERGENCY PERSONNEL

For small spills i.e. For <10 litres Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained personnel only. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection). Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Large spills should only be cleaned up by emergency responders.

For >10 liters Notify emergency personnel immediately. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection). Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete.

Ventilate spill area if possible. Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained personnel only. Do not touch spilled material. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities.

ADVICE FOR EMERGENCY RESPONDERS

Restrict access to area as appropriate until clean-up operations are complete. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection). Ventilate spill area if possible. Ensure clean-up is conducted by trained personnel only. Do not touch spilled material. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Notify appropriate government, occupational health and safety and environmental authorities.

Environmental precautions:

In the event of a spill, prevent material from entering sewers or waterways. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Prevent product from entering drains. If drains, streams, soil or sewers become contaminated, notify local authority.

Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up:

Sweep up and shovel. Reclaim into recovery or salvage drums. Dispose of material in compliance with regulations indicated in Section 13 of Safety Data Sheet (Disposal Considerations). Water in contact with the product will cause slippery floor conditions. Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material.

Handling and storage

Precautions for safe handling:

HANDLING

Prevent contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid generating dusts. Do not breathe vapors/gases/dust. Keep the containers closed when not in use. Ensure all containers are labeled. Have emergency equipment (for fires, spills, leaks, etc.) readily available. Do not use, store, spill or pour near heat, sparks or open flame. Empty product containers may contain product residue. Do not pressurize, cut, heat, weld, or expose containers to flame or other sources of ignition. Use personal protective equipment recommended in Section 8 (Exposure Controls/Personal Protection).

HYGIENE RECOMMENDATIONS

Use good work and personal hygiene practices to avoid exposure. Keep an eye wash fountain available. Keep a safety shower available. Always wash thoroughly after handling chemicals. When handling this product never eat, drink or smoke.

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:

STORAGE CONDITIONS

Avoid extremes of temperature. Store away from heat and sources of ignition. Connections must be grounded to avoid electrical charges. To prevent polymerization, dissolved oxygen must be maintained either with a continuous air sparge or with adequate head space in the container. Store in suitable labeled containers. Store in a cool well ventilated area away from direct sunlight. Store the containers tightly closed. Store separately from oxidizers. Store separately from reducing agents. Keep in dry place. Store separately from incompatible materials listed in section 10 pf Safety Data Sheet.

SUITABLE CONSTRUCTION MATERIAL

Shipping and long term storage compatibility with construction materials can vary; we therefore recommend that compatibility is tested prior to use.

Specific end uses:

Specific use(s) :

RAW MATERIAL

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

Not applicable - PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING TRANSPORTATION

Shipping

Labels:

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Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

Not applicable - PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING TRANSPORTATION

Shipping

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Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

Not applicable - PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING TRANSPORTATION

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Not applicable

Chemical name:

Not applicable

Labels:

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Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

Not applicable - PRODUCT IS NOT REGULATED DURING TRANSPORTATION

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Not applicable

Chemical name:

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Exposure controls / personal protection

1. Technical protection measures: General ventilation is recommended. Local exhaust ventilation may be necessary when dusts or mists are generated.

2. Organisational protection measures: The use and choice of personal protection equipment is related to the hazard of the product, the workplace and the way the product is handled. In general, we recommend as a minimum precaution that safety glasses with side-shields and workclothes protecting arms, legs and body be used. In addition any person visiting an area where this product is handled should at least wear safety glasses with side-shields.

3. Hand protection: When handling this product, the use of chemical gloves is recommended. The choice of work glove depends on work conditions and what chemicals are handled, but we have positive experience under light handling conditions using gloves made from Butyl gloves .Gloves should be replaced immediately if signs of degradation are observed. Breakthrough time not determined as preparation, consult PPE manufacturers. The applicable European standard can be found in EN 374.

4. Feet protection: When handling this product, the use of overalls is recommended. The applicable European standard can be found in EN ISO 20345.

5. Body protection: When handling this product, the use of overalls is recommended. The applicable European standard can be found in EN ISO 20345.

6. Eye protection: When handling this product, the use of safety glasses with side shields is recommended. The applicable European standard can be found in EN 166.

7. Respiratory protection: No exposure limits have been assigned to this product or its components. Nalco recommend the use of a half face filter mask or air supplied breathing apparatus. A suitable filter material depends on the amount and type of chemicals being handled. Consider the use of filter type: P The applicable European standard can be found in EN 140, EN 137, EN 143 and EN 14387. In event of emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations a positive pressure, full-facepiece SCBA should be used. If respiratory protection is required, institute a complete respiratory protection program including selection, fit testing, training, maintenance and inspection.

Stability and reactivity

1. Reactivity: No data available.

2. Chemical stability: Contains reactive monomer(s).

3. Possibility of hazardous reactions: Hazardous polymerization may occur.

4. Conditions to avoid: Avoid extremes of temperature. Moisture Heat and sources of ignition including static discharges. Monomer should never be handlend or stored under an oxygen-free atmosphere. In order for the initiator to function effectively, maintain a gas mixture containing 5-8 vol % of oxygen above the monomer. Store away from sunlight, in a well ventilated area below 38 ºC (100 ºF). Monomer is hygroscopic, so moisture should be excluded from the surrounding environment in order to prevent possible formation of polymer.

5. Incompatible materials: Contact with strong oxidizers (e.g. chlorine, peroxides, chromates, nitric acid, perchlorate, concentrated oxygen, permanganate) may generate heat, fires, explosions and/or toxic vapors. Reducing agents. Metals Initiators

6. Hazardous decomposition products: Under fire conditions: Oxides of carbon, Oxides of nitrogen

Disposal considerations

If this preparation becomes a waste, the final user must define and assign the appropriate European Waste Catalogue code. Use only authorized contractors. Ensure compliance with EC, national and local regulations.

Waste treatment methods:

Contact an approved waste hauler for disposal of contaminated recovered material. Any chemical waste is a potential environmental pollutant and is NOT suitable for disposal via ground, municipal sewers, drains, natural streams or rivers. Dispose of wastes in an approved incinerator or waste treatment/disposal site, in accordance with all applicable regulations. Do not dispose of wastes in local sewer or with normal garbage.

Empty drums should be taken for recycling, recovery, or disposal through a suitably qualified or licensed contractor.

EUROPE WASTE CODE:

16 03 06 - OFF SPECIFICATION BATCHES AND UNUSED PRODUCTS - Organic wastes other than those mentioned in 16 03 05. If this product is used in any further processes, the final user must redefine and assign the most appropriate European Waste Catalogue Code.