Product Name: Bio-Lauryl Methacrylate
CAS Number: 142-90-5
EC Number: 205-575-3
Recommended Use: Used as a monomer in specialized polymer applications, coatings, adhesives, and sealants.
Manufacturer: GreenPolymers Ltd.
Contact Details: GreenPolymers Ltd., 123 Biosafe Blvd, Tech Valley, USA
Emergency Phone: CHEMTREC (800) 424-9300
Email for SDS: sds@greenpolymers.com
GHS Classification: Flammable liquid, Skin irritant, Eye irritant, Environmental hazard
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful to aquatic life with long-lasting effects.
Pictograms: Flame, Exclamation mark, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid inhaling vapors; wear protective gloves and eyewear; keep away from heat, sparks, open flames; avoid discharge into environment; handle in well-ventilated area.
Potential Health Effects: Irritation of skin, eyes, respiratory tract; may cause headache, dizziness with prolonged exposure.
Chemical Identity: Lauryl methacrylate
Synonyms: Dodecyl methacrylate
Purity: ≥ 96%
Impurities: ≤ 2% (including inhibitors)
Inhibitors: <0.1% MEHQ (methyl ether hydroquinone)
Molecular Formula: C16H30O2
Molecular Weight: 254.42 g/mol
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep at rest, monitor for breathing difficulty.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if present.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention.
Symptoms: Redness, itching, irritation, shortness of breath, dry cough.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam. Water spray to cool containers.
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes (carbon oxides) under fire conditions.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Thermal Decomposition Products: Methacrylic acid, lauryl alcohol, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Advice: Evacuate area, prevent run-off to waterways; containers may explode if heated.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unnecessary personnel, ventilate area, wear appropriate PPE (gloves, goggles, protective clothing).
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, watercourses, or soil.
Containment: Stop leak, dike spill using inert absorbent material (sand, earth).
Clean-Up: Collect residue in suitable containers for disposal; wash area with plenty of water.
Decontamination: Avoid volatile organic vapor; ensure air monitoring if available.
Handling: Use only in a chemical fume hood or well-ventilated area; avoid inhaling vapors. Use spark-proof tools, ground all equipment. Do not eat, drink, or smoke when handling.
Storage: Keep in tightly closed, light-resistant containers away from heat and ignition sources. Store at 15–25°C, away from oxidizers, bases, and acids.
Other: Store inhibitor-stabilized; rotate stock to prevent polymerization.
Exposure Limits: No established OSHA/ACGIH limits for lauryl methacrylate. Minimize workplace exposure as standard practice.
Engineering Controls: Use enclosed systems or local exhaust ventilation.
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile), safety goggles, lab coat or apron, respiratory protection if vapor/mist exceeds recommended levels.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after use, remove contaminated clothing, avoid skin and eye contact.
Environmental Controls: Use spill control procedures, air monitoring for vapor concentration.
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Fruity, characteristic odor
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: -40°C
Boiling Point: 271°C @ 760 mmHg
Flash Point: 103°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Data not available
Flammability: Flammable liquid
Vapor Pressure: 0.25 mmHg @ 25°C
Vapor Density: >1
Specific Gravity: 0.88–0.90 @ 20°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): 5.7
Auto-ignition Temperature: 273°C
Decomposition Temperature: >250°C
Viscosity: 5–10 mPa·s at 25°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions. Polymerizes easily if inhibitor is depleted.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flame, sunlight, improper storage, absence of inhibitor.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents, reducing agents, amines.
Hazardous Reactions: Uncontrolled polymerization, possibly vigorous and exothermic.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, methacrylic acid, lauryl alcohol.
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): 10,000 mg/kg; Dermal LD50 (rabbit): >5,000 mg/kg
Skin Contact: Causes moderate irritation
Eye Contact: Causes severe irritation, potential for corneal injury
Inhalation: May cause irritation of respiratory tract
Ingestion: May cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting
Chronic Effects: No evidence of carcinogenicity. Chronic skin exposure may result in sensitization.
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory tract.
Toxicity to Aquatic Life: LC50 (fish, 96h): 2.5 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Partially biodegradable; may persist in sediment.
Bioaccumulative Potential: High, due to log Kow value.
Mobility in Soil: Low, binds to organic matter.
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to water courses. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects.
Waste Treatment: Incinerate in suitable combustion chamber, under controlled conditions.
Disposal of Product: Do not dispose of in landfill or water courses. Dispose of at licensed hazardous waste facility.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly before recycling or incineration.
Special Precautions: Avoid skin or eye contact during disposal.
UN Number: 1993
UN Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid, N.O.S. (Lauryl Methacrylate)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquid)
Packing Group: III
Labels Required: Flammable liquid
Environmental Hazards: Marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Keep containers upright, secure loads, avoid exposure to heat or direct sunlight.
US TSCA Inventory: Listed
EU Reach Registration: Registered, compliant with Annex XVII restrictions
OSHA Hazard Classification: Flammable, irritant
WHMIS Classification (Canada): B2 Flammable, D2B Toxic
Other Regulations: Not listed under California Proposition 65; subject to stringent environmental reporting for significant releases.
