Product ID:VINYL CHLORIDE
MSDS Date:Jan 24 1989
MSDS Number: EEEQH
Kit Part:=== Responsible Party ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Info Phone Num:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
780-471-4036
Chemtrec Ind/Phone:18004249300

Telephone: (USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)

VINYL CHLORIDE

CAS: 75-01-4

Fraction By Weight: >99.9%

PHENOL

CAS: 108-95-2

Fraction By Weight: <0.1%

INHIBITORS

Fraction By Weight: <0.1%

Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:Yes IARC:Yes OSHA:Yes
Health Hazards Acute and Chronic:INHALATION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE:
irritation, nausea, difficulty breathing, irregular heartbeat,
headache, drowsiness, symptoms of drunkenness, disorientation,
joint pain, hearing loss, lung congestion LONG TERM EXPOSURE:
impotence, bluish skin color, blood disorders, liver damage, cancer
SKIN CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: irritation, blisters LONG TERM
EXPOSURE: same as effects reported in short term exposure EYE
CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: irritation, eye damage LONG TERM
EXPOSURE: same as effects reported in short term exposure
INGESTION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: frostbite LONG TERM EXPOSURE:
cancer
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:

First Aid: INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to
uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing.
If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
qualified personnel. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN CONTACT:
If frostbite or freezing occur, immediately flush with plenty of
lukewarm water (105-115 F; 41-46 C). DO NOT USE HOT WATER. If warm
water is not available, gently wrap affected parts in blankets. Get
immediate medical attention. EYE CONTACT: Wash eyes immediately
with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting upper and lower
lids, until no evidence of chemical remains. Get medical attention
immediately. INGESTION: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical
attention. NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: For inhalation, consider oxygen.

Flash Point:-108 F (-78 C)
Autoignition Temp:882 F (472 C)
Lower Limits:3.6%
Upper Limits:33%
Extinguishing Media:carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical Large fires:
Use regular foam or flood with fine water spray.
Fire Fighting Procedures:Move container from fire area if it can be
done without risk. For fires in cargo or storage area: Cool
containers with water from unmanned hose holder or monitor nozzles
until well after fire is out. If this is impossible then take the
following precautions: Keep unnecessary people away, isolate hazard
area and deny entry. Let the fire burn. Withdraw immediately in
case of rising sound from venting safety device or any
discoloration of tanks due to fire. For tank, rail car or tank
truck: Stop leak if possible without personal risk. Let burn unless
leak can be stopped immediately. For smaller tanks or cylinders,
extinguish and isolate from other flammables. Evacuation radius:
800 meters (1/2 mile). Stop flow of gas.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Severe fire hazard. Severe explosion
hazard. The vapor is heavier than air. Vapors or gases may ignite
at distant ignition sources and flash back. Vapor/air mixtures are
explosive. Electrostatic discharges may be generated by flow or
agitation resulting in ignition or explosion.

Neutralizing Agent:

Handling and Storage Precautions:Store and handle in accordance with
all current regulations and standards. Subject to storage
regulations: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101. Protect from physical
damage. Store outside or in a detached building. Inside storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a well-ventilated area. Avoid
heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Keep separated
from incompatible substances. Grounding and bonding required. Keep
separated from incompatible substances.
Other Precautions:

Respiratory Protection:The following respirators and maximum use
concentrations are drawn from NIOSH and/or OSHA. 10 p/m Any
supplied-air respirator with full facepiece and operated in a
pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with
a separate escape supply. Any supplied-air respirator with a full
facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode. Any chemical cartridge respirator with
cartridge(s) providing protection against this substance. 25 p/m
Any powered, air-purifying respirator with a full facepiece and
cartridge(s) providing protection against this substance. Any
air-purifying respirator with a full facepiece, a canister
providing protection against this substance and a high-efficiency
particulate filter. 100 p/m Any supplied-air respirator with full
facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape
supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full
facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode. Any supplied-air respirator with a full
facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode. 1000 p/m Any supplied-air respirator with
full facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or other
positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape
supply. Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow
mode. Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece. Any
supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode. 3600
p/m Any supplied-air respirator with full facepiece and operated in
a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination
with a separate escape supply. For Unknown Concentrations or
Immediately Dangerous to Life or Health - Any self-contained
breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a
pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode.
Ventilation:Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation
system. Ventilation equipment should be explosion-resistant if
explosive concentrations of material are present. Ensure compliance
with applicable exposure limits.
Protective Gloves:For the gas: Wear appropriate chemical resistant
gloves. For the liquid: Wear insulated gloves. OSHA REGULATED
SUBSTANCES: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1017.
Eye Protection:Wear splash resistant safety goggles with a faceshield.
Provide an emergency eye wash fountain and quick drench shower in
the immediate work area.
Other Protective Equipment:Wear appropriate chemical resistant
clothing.
Supplemental Safety and Health
VINYL CHLORIDE: 1.0 ppm OSHA TWA 5 ppm OSHA ceiling 15 minute(s) 0.5
ppm OSHA action level 1 ppm ACGIH TWA

Boiling Pt:9 F (-13 C)
Melt/Freeze Pt:-245 F (-154 C)
Vapor Pres:2515.6 mmHg @ 21.1 C
Vapor Density:2.2
Spec Gravity:0.9106
pH:Not applicable
Evaporation Rate & Reference:Not applicable
Solubility in Water:0.25%
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas COLOR:colorless ODOR:faint odor,
sweet odor
Corrosion Rate:

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:May polymerize. Avoid contact
with light or storage and use above room temperature.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other
sources of ignition. Containers may rupture or explode if exposed
to heat.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Thermal decomposition products:
phosgene, halogenated compounds, oxides of carbon Thermal
decomposition products: phosgene, halogenated compounds, oxides of
carbon
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:May polymerize. Avoid contact with
heat, light, air, water or incompatible materials. Closed
containers may rupture violently.

Waste Disposal Methods:Subject to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR
262. Hazardous Waste Number(s): U043. Hazardous Waste Number(s):
D043. Dispose of in accordance with U.S. EPA 40 CFR 262 for
concentrations at or above the Regulatory level. Regulatory level-
0.2 mg/L. Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations.

Toxicological Information:VINYL CHLORIDE: TOXICITY DATA: 18 pph/15
minute(s) inhalation-rat LC50; 500 mg/kg oral-rat LD50 CARCINOGEN
STATUS: OSHA: Carcinogen; NTP: Known Human Carcinogen; IARC: Human
Sufficient Evidence, Animal Sufficient Evidence, Group 1; ACGIH: A1
-Confirmed Human Carcinogen; EC: Category 1 LOCAL EFFECTS:
Irritant: skin, eye ACUTE TOXICITY LEVEL: Toxic: ingestion
Relatively Non-toxic: inhalation TARGET ORGANS: central nervous
system TUMORIGENIC DATA: Available. MUTAGENIC DATA: Available.
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS DATA: Available. ADDITIONAL DATA: Stimulants
such as epinephrine may induce ventricular fibrillation.

Disclaimer (provided with this information by the compiling agencies):
This information is formulated for use by elements of the Department
of Defense. The United States of America in no manner whatsoever,
expressly or implied, warrants this information to be accurate and
disclaims all liability for its use. Any person utilizing this
document should seek competent professional advice to verify and
assume responsibility for the suitability of this information to their
particular situation.

Ecological:ECOTOXICITY DATA: FISH TOXICITY: 388000 ug/L 10 month(s)
LETH (Mortality) Northern pike (Esox lucius) INVERTEBRATE TOXICITY:
41.74 ug/L 72 day(s) (Residue) Mosquito (Culex pipiens
quinquefasciata) ALGAL TOXICITY: 41.74 ug/L 72 day(s) (Residue)
Green algae (Oedogonium cardiacum)

Transport Information:U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
Vinyl chloride, inhibited or Vinyl chloride, stabilized ID NUMBER:
UN1086 HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION: 2.1 LABELING REQUIREMENTS:
Flammable gas QUANTITY LIMITATIONS: PASSENGER AIRCRAFT OR RAILCAR:
Forbidden CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY: 150 kg

SARA Title III Information: SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated. SARA TITLE
III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40): Not
regulated. SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS
CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21): ACUTE: Yes CHRONIC: Yes FIRE: Yes
REACTIVE: Yes SUDDEN RELEASE: Yes SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40
CFR 372.65): Vinyl chloride
Federal Regulatory Information:CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS
SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4): Vinyl chloride: 1LBSRQ OSHA PROCESS
SAFETY (29CFR1910.119): Not regulated.
State Regulatory Information: California Proposition 65: Known to the
state of California to cause the following: Vinyl chloride Cancer
(Feb 27, 1987)