Product Identification

Product Name

Lauronitrile

Synonyms

1-Cyanoundecane
Decylacetonitrile
Lauric acid nitrile
Lauric nitrile
Lauronitrile
Undecyl cyanide

CAS

2437-25-4

Formula

C12H23N

Molecular Weight

181.32

EINECS

219-440-1

RTECS

JR2600000

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

970348

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

4

Boiling Point

276

Vapor Pressure

0.005 (25 C)

Density

0.8270 g/cm3

Refractive Index

1.4361 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled.

Skin

Harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 22

EC Safety Phrase

S 36/37

UN (DOT)

2810

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles, protective gloves and clothing to prevent exposure.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

108

Fire Fighting

Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

1

Incompatibilities

Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

UN Number

2810

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2926 90 95