Material Safety Date Sheet for 1,1’-Carbonyldiimidazole

XINGHUICHEM02112

**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

MSDS Name: 1,1'-Carbonyldiimidazole

Synonyms: N,N'-Carbonyldiimidazole, CDI

Company Identification: Changzhou Xinghui Chemical Co., Ltd.

Xinqiao town, Changzhou, Jiangsu,China

Tel:0086-519-85912897,5920258Fax:0086-519-85910153

E-mail:czxinhe@public.cz.js.cn

**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

Hazard Symbols: XI

Risk Phrases: 36/37/38

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Moisture sensitive.

Potential Health Effects

Eye: Causes eye irritation.

Skin: Causes skin irritation.

Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Chronic: Not available.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

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

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.

Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.

Extinguishing Media: Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

Autoignition Temperature: Not available.

Flash Point: Not available.

NFPA Rating: Not published.

Explosion Limits, Lower: Not available.

Upper: Not available.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.

Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls:

Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.

Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.

Respirators: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-face piece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability: Not available.

Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, exposure to moist air or water.

Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#: CAS# 530-62-1 unlisted.

LD50/LC50: Not available.

Carcinogenicity: 1,1'-Carbonyldiimidazole -Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

No information available.

**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

US DOT: No information available

IMO: Not regulated as a hazardous material.

IATA: Not regulated as a hazardous material.

RID/ADR: Not regulated as a hazardous material.

Canadian TDG: No information available.

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives

Hazard Symbols: XI

Risk Phrases: R 36/37/38Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Safety Phrases: S 24/25Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

CAS# 530-62-1: 0

Canada: CAS# 530-62-1 is listed on Canada's DSL/NDSL List.

CAS# 530-62-1 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.

Exposure Limits

US FEDERAL

TSCA: CAS# 530-62-1 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Revision #1 Date: Jan. 12,2002

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages.

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