1: Description of the substance/preparation and the company/enterprise METH-E Trade name : Methyl-(endo)-5-norbornene-2,3-dicarboxylic anhydride METH-E Street address Emergency telephone number : Polynt S.p.A. Stabilimento di Scanzorosciate Via Enrico Fermi 51 IT 24020 Scanzorosciate, BG Telephone: ++39 035 652 111 msds@polynt.it : Telephone: ++39 035 652 276 (24h) 2: Hazards Identification Classification Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes. May cause sensitization by inhalation. 3: Composition/Information on Ingredients Components / EC Label Concentration 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydromethyl-3,6-methanophthalic anhydride ca. 85 % (*) (CAS-No.:ca.25134-21-8) (EEC-No.: 246-644-8) Xn; R22, R36/37/38, R42 endo-3,6-methylene-1,2,3,6-tetrahydrophthalic anhydride ca. 15 % (*) (CAS-No.: 826-62-0) (EEC-No.: 212-557-9) Xn; R41, R42/43 R-phrase(s) see chapter 16 (*) Components with workplace control parameters see chapter 8 4: First Aid Measures Inhalation Skin contact Eye contact Ingestion : Remove to fresh air. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration. If symptoms persist, call a physician. : After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of soap and water. Consult a physician. : In the case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Call a physician immediately. : Call a physician immediately. Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. 1 / 5
5: Fire-fighting Measures Suitable extinguishing media Specific hazards during fire fighting Special protective equipment for fire-fighters : Water spray, dry powder, foam. : Heating or fire can release toxic gas. : In the event of fire, wear self-contained reathing apparatus. : Use water spray to cool unopened containers. 6: Accidental Release Measures Personal precautions Environmental precautions Methods for cleaning up : Use respirator when performing operations involving potential exposure to vapour of the product. : Prevent product from entering drains. : Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Sweep up or vacuum up spillage and collect in suitable container for disposal. 7: Handling and Storage Handling Safe handling advice: Advice on protection against fire and explosion : Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. : Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Storage Requirements for storage areas and containers : Keep container tightly closed. To maintain product quality, do not store in heat or direct sunlight. Keep in a dry, cool and well ventilated place. 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Components with workplace control parameters 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydromethyl-3,6-methanophthalic anhydride (CAS-No.: 25134-21-8) US ACGIH Remarks : no data available endo-3,6-methylene-1,2,3,6-tetrahydrophthalic anhydride (CAS-No. 129-64-6): US ACGIH Remarks : no data available Personal protective equipment Hygiene measures : Wash hands before breaks and immediately after 2 / 5
handling the product. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Respiratory protection Hand protection Eye protection Skin and body protection : Use respirator when performing operations involving potential exposure to vapour of the product. : Wear suitable gloves. : Wear eye/face protection. : Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves. 9: Physical and Chemical Properties Appearance State of aggregation Colour Odour : liquid : light yellow : aromatic Safety data Melting point/range : -25 C Boiling point/range : 210 C (133 hpa) Flash point : open cup : 135 C closed cup : 110 C Vapour pressure Density Water solubility Viscosity, dynamic : 13 hpa (152 C) : 1,229 g/cm3 (25 C) : 120 g/l (20 C) : 235 mpa.s (25 C) 32 mpa.s (60 C) Relative vapour density : 6,1 10: Stability and Reactivity Conditions to avoid Materials to avoid Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous reactions : Heat. Exposure to moisture. : Oxidizing agents, strong acids and strong bases : Toxic organic vapors/fumes, Carbon oxides : Stable under normal conditions. Hazardous polymerization may occur when heating in presence of sodium ions or amines. 11: Toxicological Information The following toxicological data refer to: 3 / 5
1,2,3,6-Tetrahydromethyl-3,6-methanophthalic anhydride (CAS-No.: 25134-21-8) Acute oral toxicity (LD50) : 914 mg/kg Species: rat 12: Ecological and Ecotoxicological Information Further Information : There is no data available for this product. 13: Disposal Considerations Waste from residues Contaminated packaging 14: Transport Information ADR RID IATA Cargo IATA Passenger IMDG-Code : The organic ingredients can be incinerated in a suitable installation when in accordance with local regulations. Contact waste disposal services. : Where possible recycling is preferred to disposal or incineration. 49 CFR TDG 15: Regulatory Information : Classification and labelling according to Directive 1999/45/EC. Symbol(s) : Harmful R-phrase(s) S-phrase(s) R22: Harmful if swallowed. R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R41: Risk of serious damage to eyes. R42/43: May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. S23: Do not breathe vapour. S24: Avoid contact with skin. 4 / 5
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S37/39: Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. 16: Other Information Other regulations R-phrase(s) : The components of this product are reported in the following inventories: EINECS R22 : Harmful if swallowed. R36/37/38 : Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. R41 : Risk of serious damage to eyes. R42 : May cause sensitization by inhalation. R42/43 : May cause sensitization by inhalation and skin contact. The information provided in this is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text. 5 / 5