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CHEMICAL NAME: N-METHYL MORPHOLINE
SYNONYMS:
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FORMULA: CH2CH2OCH2CH2NCH3
TRADE NAME AND SYNONYMS: N-Methyl Morpholine
CHEMICAL FAMILY: Nitrogen Compounds MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 101.15
BOILING POINT, 760 mm. Hg
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (HaO * 1)
VAPOR DENSITY (air-1) PER CENT VOLATILES BY VOLUME APPEARANCE AND ODOR
115.3C. (240F.)
FREEZING POINT
0.9213 at 20/20C.
VAPOR PRESSURE AT 20C.
3.5 100
SOLUBILITY IN WATER. % bv wt. at 20C.
EVAPORATION RATE (Butyl Acetate - 1)
Water-white liquid; ammonia odor.
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MATERIAL
Not applicable
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FLAMMABLE LIMITS IN AIR, % by volume
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AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE
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EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical for small fires. Polymer foam preferred at standard application rate for large fires. Addition of water will reduce burning rate.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES
Thermal decomposition may produce nitrogen oxides. Self-contained breathing apparatus should be available for firemen.
UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS
None
RECEIVED
AUG 2- 1976
Dr. C. U. Dernehl, 212/551-4785; 914/946-0646 (night) Dr. K. S. Lane. 212/551-4787; 914/666-3656 (night) C. P. Carpenter, Ph.D., 412/327-1020; 412/241-7896 (night)
Legal responsibility is assumed only for the fact that all studies reported here and all opinions are those of qualified experts.
UNION CARBIDE CORPORATION a CHEMICALS AND PLASTICS a 270 PARK AVENUE, NEW YORK, N.Y. 10017
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THRESHOLD LIMIT VALUE EFFECTS OF OVEREXPOSURE
N t yet established
Liquid may cause skin and eye irritation. Vapors may cause transient assymptomatic clouding of the cornea of the eye. Breathing f vapors may be irritating and.cause nausea and vomiting.
EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES
If inhaled, remove to fresh air, and call a physician. Flush skin and eye contact with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and get medical care for eyes.
STABILITY
UNSTABLE
STABLE
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INCOMPATIBILITY (materials to avoid)
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
May Occur --
Will not Occur
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CONDITIONS TO AVOID
None
Avoid contamination with strong mineral acids. Thermal decomposition may produce nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide and/or carbon dioxide.
CONDITIONS TO AVOID
None
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STEPS TO BETAKEN IF MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED
WASTE DISPOSAL METHOD
Flush heavily with water. Incinerate in a furnace.
RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (specify type)
VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST MECHANICAL (general)
PROTECTIVE GLOVES
aSUER PROTECTIVE ^piPMENT
Air-supplied mask in confined areas Preferred --
Plastic Eye bath and safety shower
SPECIAL
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PRECAUTIONARY LABELING
N-METHYL MORPHOLINE
WARNING! FLAMMABLE. LIQUID MAY CAUSE EYE INJURY AND SKIN IRRITATION. BREATHING OF VAPOR MAY BE HARMFUL.
Keep away from heat, sparks, and fire. Do not leave container open. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid prolonged or repeated breathing of vapor. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, or clothing. In case of contact with eyes or skin, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; for eyes get medical attention.
DO NOT LEAVE CONTAINER OPEN. EXPOSURE TO AIR MAY CAUSE SLOW DETERIORATION.
FOR INDUSTRY USE ONLY
OTHER HANDLING AND STORAGE CONDITIONS
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