Product Identification

Product Name

2-Chloro-N-(hydroxymethyl)acetamide

Synonyms

N-(Hydroxymethyl)-2-chloracetamide
N-Methylol-2-chloroacetamide
N-Methylolchloroacetamide

CAS

2832-19-1

Formula

C3H6ClNO2

Molecular Weight

123.55

EINECS

220-598-9

RTECS

AB5733000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

1811765

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00490

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Solid.

Solubility in water

Very soluble

Melting Point

102

Boiling Point

316

Density

1.05 g/cm3 (20 C)

pKa/pKb

12.63 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

-.44

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.

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 eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Refrigerator (approx 4 C).

Handling

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

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

Skin

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin 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

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

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

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitric acid.