Product Identification

Product Name

1-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidone

Synonyms

1Eethenylpyrrolidin-2-one
N-Vinyl-2-pyrrolidinone
Polyvidone
Povidone
Pvpp

CAS

88-12-0

Formula

C6H9NO

Molecular Weight

111.14

EINECS

201-800-4

RTECS

UY6107000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen; Primary Irritant

Beilstein/Gmelin

110513

Beilstein Reference

5-21-06-00330

EC Index Number

613-168-00-0

EC Class

Carcinogenic Category 3; Harmful; Irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid.

Solubility in water

Soluble

Melting Point

12 - 13

Boiling Point

218

Vapor Pressure

0.13 (25 C)

Density

1.0458 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

.37

Heat Of Vaporization

48.80 kJ/mol

Vapor Density

3.8(AIR=1)

Saturation Concentration

131.6 ppm (0.01%) at 24 C (calculated)

Refractive Index

1.5125 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. 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

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Store at around 20 C.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause nausea and vomiting. Chronic exposure may cause liver damage.

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause headache. Chronic exposure may cause ung damage.

Skin

Harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Hazards

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.

EC Risk Phrase

R 20/21/22 37 40 41 48/20

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

2810

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves.

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.

Poison Class

1*

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

95

Autoignition

240

Fire Fighting

As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Upper exp. limit

10

Lower exp. limit

1.4

Fire Potential

Will burn if involved in a fire. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

ELIMINATE all ignition sources. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

9

Incompatibilities

Keep away from strong oxidizing agents, acids.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

2810

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2933 79 00