Dimethyl sulpoxide

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                      **** MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET ****

  Dimethylsulfoxide
07770

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

MSDS Name: Dimethylsulfoxide
Catalog Numbers:
     BP/D200, BPE231-1, BPE231-4, D/4127, D/4128, D/4129, D/4130
Synonyms:
     Methyl sulfoxide, DMSO, sulfinylbis(methane)
Company Identification:  Fisher Scientific UK
                         Bishop Meadow Road
                         Loughborough, Leicestershire
                         LE11 5RG, UK
For information, call:   01509 231166
For emergencies, call:   01509 231166

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

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+-----------+---------------+
|      CAS#      |              Chemical Name           |    %     |  EINECS#  |Haz Symbols| Risk Phrases  |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|-----------|---------------+
|       67-68-5  |Methane, sulfinylbis-                 |   100    | 200-664-3 |||
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+-----------+---------------+
          Hazard Symbols: None Listed.
          Risk Phrases: None Listed.

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

                               EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Not available.

Potential Health Effects
     Eye:
          Produces irritation, characterized by a burning sensation, redness,
          tearing, inflammation, and possible corneal injury.
     Skin:
          May cause irritation with burning pain, itching and redness.
          Substance is rapidly absorbed through the skin.
     Ingestion:
          Ingestion of large amounts may cause gastrointestinal irritation.
     Inhalation:
          May cause respiratory tract irritation.
     Chronic:
          Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis.

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

     Eyes:
          Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
          occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
     Skin:
          Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
          minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
     Ingestion:
          Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
          cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
          unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
     Inhalation:
          Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
          breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
          give oxygen. Get medical aid.
     Notes to Physician:

                  **** 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. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
     Extinguishing Media:
          For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or
          alcohol-resistant foam.

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

     General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
                          in Section 8.
     Spills/Leaks:
          Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
          then place in suitable container. Do not flush into a sewer. Remove
          all sources of ignition.

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

     Handling:
          Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
          clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and
          inhalation.
     Storage:
          Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep from contact with
          oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away
          from incompatible substances.

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

     Engineering Controls:
          Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
     Personal Protective Equipment

                 Eyes:
                       Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
                       safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
                       protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
                       Standard EN166.
                 Skin:
                       Wear impervious gloves.
             Clothing:
                       Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
                       contact with skin.
          Respirators:
                       Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
                       CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use
                       a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved
                       respirator when necessary.

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

Physical State:             Liquid
Color:                      Colorless liquid
Odor:                       Odorless.
pH:                         Not available.
Vapor Pressure:             0.4 mm Hg at 20
Viscosity:                  Not available.
Boiling Point:              372 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point:     65.2 deg F
Autoignition Temperature:   419 deg F ( 215.00 deg C)
Flash Point:                184 deg F ( 84.44 deg C)
Explosion Limits, lower:    2.6
Explosion Limits, upper:    42
Decomposition Temperature:  Not available.
Solubility in water:        Completely soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density:   1.1 (water=1)
Molecular Formula:          C2H6OS
Molecular Weight:           73.0551

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

     Chemical Stability:
          Stable.
     Conditions to Avoid:
          Incompatible materials, strong oxidants.
     Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
          Reacts dangerously with strong oxidizing agents; nonmetal bromide,
          tolyl chloride, perchloric acid, and periodic acid.
     Hazardous Decomposition Products:
          Carbon monoxide, oxides of sulfur, carbon dioxide.
     Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

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

     RTECS#:
          CAS# 67-68-5: PV6210000
     LD50/LC50:
          CAS# 67-68-5: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 100 mg; Draize test, rabbit,
          eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild;
          Oral, mouse: LD50 = 7920 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 14500 mg/kg; Skin,
          rat: LD50 = 40 gm/kg.
     Carcinogenicity:
       Methane, sulfinylbis- -
          Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
          See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

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

     Other
          No information available.

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

Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location.  Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice.  Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.

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

     IATA
          Shipping Name: ETHANOL
           Hazard Class: 3.2
              UN Number: 1170
          Packing Group: II
     IMO
          Shipping Name: ETHANOL
           Hazard Class: 3.2
              UN Number: 1170
          Packing Group: II
     RID/ADR
          Shipping Name: ETHANOL
           Hazard Class: 3
              UN Number: 1170
          Packing group: II

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

 European/International Regulations
     European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
          Hazard Symbols: Not available.
          Risk Phrases:
          Safety Phrases:
   WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
          CAS# 67-68-5: 1
   United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits

   United Kingdom Maximum Exposure Limits

   Canada
          CAS# 67-68-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
          CAS# 67-68-5 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
   Exposure Limits
          CAS# 67-68-5: OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 20 mg/m3
          OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 50 ppm (160 mg/m3);Skin
 US FEDERAL
     TSCA
          CAS# 67-68-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

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

     MSDS Creation Date:  1/12/1995  Revision #0 Date: Original.

     The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
     information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
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     information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be
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     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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