SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name :	NITROMETHANE
Catalogue No. :	AL3294	Product form :	Substance
CAS Number :	75-52-5	EC Number :	200-876-6
Grade :		EC Index Number :	609-036-00-7
Chemical Formula :		HSN Code :	29042090
Synonyms :	Nitrocarbol
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture :	Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against :	No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification :	Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053 Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail :	Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Flammable liquids, Category 3 H226 Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4 H302 Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Xn; R22 R5 R10 Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) :	GHS02 GHS07
Signal word (CLP) :	-
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards :	No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1. Substance
Name :		NITROMETHANE For Synthesis
CAS No. :		75-52-5
EC Index No. :		609-036-00-7
EC No. :		200-876-6
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation :	Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Give oxygen or artificial respiration if necessary. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
First-aid measures after skin contact :	Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
First-aid measures after eye contact :	Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion :	Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use :	Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious health hazard.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information :	Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media :	dry chemical powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide (CO2).
Unsuitable extinguishing media :	Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Fire hazard :	Flammable liquid and vapour.
Explosion hazard :	May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. Heat may build pressure, rupturing closed containers, spreading fire and increasing risk of burns and injuries. Heating may cause an explosion.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting :	No additional information available

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
General measures :	Remove ignition sources. Use special care to avoid static electric charges. No naked lights. No smoking.
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures :	Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment	Use personal protective equipment as required
Emergency procedures	Ventilate area.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up :	Collect spillage. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference :	No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Additional hazards when processed :	Handle empty containers with care because residual vapours are flammable. Hazardous waste due to potential risk of explosion.
Precautions for safe handling :	No naked lights. No smoking. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Use only non-sparking tools. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
Hygiene measures :	Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash ... thoroughly after handling.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Technical measures :	Proper grounding procedures to avoid static electricity should be followed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/… equipment.
Storage conditions :	Keep container tightly closed. Keep in fireproof place.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection :	protective gloves
Eye protection :	Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection :	Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection :	Wear respiratory protection

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state :	Liquid Colour
Colour :	Clear oily liquid.
Odour :	disagreeable fruity odor.
Odour threshold :	No data available
pH value :	6.4 at 0,01 g/l at 20 °C
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) :	1.39
Melting point :	-29 °C
Freezing point :	No data available
Boiling point :	101.2 °C
Flash point :	36 °C
Auto-ignition temperature :	418 °C
Decomposition temperature :	No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) :	Flammable Flammable liquid and vapour
Vapour pressure :	36.4 hPa at 20 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C :	2.11
Density :	1.127 g/cm3
Solubility :	Water: 100 g/l at 20 °C
Log Pow :	0.17
Viscosity, kinematic :	No data available
Viscosity, dynamic :	No data available
Explosive properties :	Heating may cause an explosion.
Oxidising properties :	No data available
Explosive limits :	0.073 vol %
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
Flammable liquid and vapour. May form flammable/explosive vapour-air mixture. Heating may cause an
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Open flame. Overheating. Direct sunlight. Heat. Sparks.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
May release flammable gases.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity :	Oral: Harmful if swallowed.
Skin corrosion/irritation :	Not classified pH: 6.4 at 0,01 g/l at 20 °C
Serious eye damage/irritation :	Not classified pH: 6.4 at 0,01 g/l at 20 °C
Respiratory or skin sensitisation :	Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity :	Not classified
Carcinogenicity :	Not classified
Reproductive toxicity :	Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) :	Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) :	Not classified
Aspiration hazard :	Not classified
Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms :	Harmful if swallowed.

SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information :	No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability :	No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential :	NITROMETHANE For Synthesis (75-52-5) Log Pow 0.17
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil :	No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions :	No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations :	Dispose of contents/container to ...
Additional information :	Handle empty containers with care because residual vapours are flammable. Hazardous waste due to potential risk of explosion.

SECTION 14: Transport information
In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) :	1261
UN-No. (IMDG) :	1261
UN-No. (IATA) :	1261
UN-No. (ADN) :	1261
UN-No. (RID) :	1261
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) :	NITROMETHANE
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) :	NITROMETHANE
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) :	NITROMETHANE
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) :	NITROMETHANE
Proper Shipping Name (RID) :	NITROMETHANE
Transport document description (ADR) :	UN 1261, NITROMETHANE, 3, II
Transport document description (IMDG) :	UN 1261, NITROMETHANE, 3, II
Transport document description (IATA) :	UN 1261, NITROMETHANE, 3, II
Transport document description (ADN) :	UN 1261, NITROMETHANE, 3, II
Transport document description (RID) :	UN 1261, NITROMETHANE, 3, II
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) :	3
Danger labels :	3
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) :	3
Danger labels :	3
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) :	3
Danger labels :	3
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) :	3
Danger labels :	3
RID
Transport hazard class(es) :	3
Danger labels :	3
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) :	II
Packing group (IMDG) :	II
Packing group (IATA) :	II
Packing group (ADN) :	II
Packing group (RID) :	II
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment :	No
Marine pollutant :	No
Other information :	No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : F1 Limited quantities (ADR) : 1L Excepted quantities (ADR) : E0 Packing instructions (ADR) : P001, R001 Special packing provisions (ADR) : RR2 Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP19 Transport category (ADR) : 2 Special provisions for carriage - Operation (ADR) : S2, S20 Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : E EAC code : •2Y
- Transport by sea
Special provision (IMDG) : 26 Limited quantities (IMDG) : 1 L Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E0 Packing instructions (IMDG) : P001 EmS-No. (Fire) : F-E EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-D Stowage category (IMDG) : A Flash point (IMDG) : 35°C c.c. MFAG-No : 129
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E0 PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Forbidden PCA limited quantity max net quantity (IATA) : Forbidden PCA packing instructions (IATA) : Forbidden PCA max net quantity (IATA) : Forbidden CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 364 CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 60L Special provision (IATA) : A1, A39 ERG code (IATA) : 3L
- Inland waterway transport
Classification code (ADN) : F1 Limited quantities (ADN) : 1 L Excepted quantities (ADN) : E0 Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EX, A Ventilation (ADN) : VE01 Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 1
- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : F1 Limited quantities (RID) : 1L Excepted quantities (RID) : E0 Packing instructions (RID) : P001, R001 Special packing provisions (RID) : RR2 Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP19 Transport category (RID) : 2 Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE7 Hazard identification number (RID) : 33
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions NITROMETHANE For Synthesis is not on the REACH Candidate List NITROMETHANE For Synthesis is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
AwSV/VwVwS Annex reference : Water hazard class (WGK) 2, hazardous to water (Classification according to VwVwS, Annex 2; WGK No 589) 12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Denmark
Class for fire hazard : Class II-1 Store unit : 5 liter Classification remarks : R10 ; Emergency management guidelines for the storage of flammable liquids must be followed Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information
Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases: Acute Tox. 4 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4 Flam. Liq. 3 Flammable liquids, Category 3 H226 Flammable liquid and vapour H302 Harmful if swallowed R10 Flammable R22 Harmful if swallowed R5 Heating may cause an explosion Xn Harmful