Cellulose nitrate(9004-70-0)
Product Identification
Product Name
Cellulose nitrate
Synonyms
Cellulose, nitrate
Guncotton.
Nitrocellulose mixture, with plasticizer, with pigment
Nitrocellulose mixture, with plasticizer, without pigment
Nitrocellulose mixture, without plasticizer, with pigment
Nitrocellulose mixture, without plasticizer, without pigment
Nitrocellulose with not less than 25% alcohol
Nitrocellulose, wet, with not less than 30% alcohol or solvent
Nitron
Pyroxylin
CAS
9004-70-0
RTECS
WG2934500
RTECS Class
Other
Merck
12,8195
Beilstein/Gmelin
NA
EC Index Number
603-037-01-3
First Aid Measures
Ingestion
Treat ingestions of greater than 40 milligrams per kilogram with decontamination of the stomach if within 4 hours of ingestion. Administer charcoal as a slurry.
Inhalation
Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Skin
May cause burns.
Skin
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with substance, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. Wash skin with soap and water.
Eyes
See Skin.
Eyes
In case of contact with substance, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.
Handling and Storage
Storage
Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.
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.
Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Personal Protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.
Respirators
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Exposure Effects
The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Poison Class
-