Product Name: Lauryl Methacrylate
Chemical Formula: C16H30O2
CAS Number: 142-90-5
Recommended Use: Intermediate for polymer synthesis, adhesives, coatings
Manufacturer: Contact details listed on the product label
Emergency Contact: Refer to local regional emergency response services
Synonyms: Dodecyl methacrylate
Product Code: Refer to supplier documentation
Supplier Address: Physical and electronic contacts provided by vendor
GHS Classification: Flammable Liquid (Category 3); Skin Irritation (Category 2); Eye Irritation (Category 2A); Skin Sensitization (Category 1B)
Hazard Statements: May cause skin and eye irritation; Flammable liquid and vapor; Possible allergic skin reaction
Signal Word: Warning
Pictograms: Flame, Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors or mist; Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames; Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection; Wash after handling
Routes of Exposure: Skin contact, inhalation, eye contact
Effects of Overexposure: Redness or blistering on skin; Stinging or burning of eyes; Headache or dizziness from inhalation
Description of Hazards: Flammable vapor accumulates at low levels; Risk of contact sensitization with repeated use
Substance: Lauryl Methacrylate
Concentration: >98% (may vary by supplier)
Impurities: Trace inhibitors for polymerization, such as hydroquinone monomethyl ether (HQME), <0.1%
Other Ingredients: None significant for classification
Chemical Abstract Numbers: Lauryl Methacrylate (142-90-5), HQME (150-76-5)
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air; keep at rest in position comfortable for breathing; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Eye Contact: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids occasionally; seek medical help if irritation continues
Skin Contact: Wash off with soap and water for several minutes; remove contaminated clothing; seek medical attention for persistent redness or sensitivity
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person; do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical personnel; seek immediate care
Most Important Symptoms and Effects: Skin inflammation, itching or rash, respiratory irritation
Advice for Medical Personnel: Treat symptomatically; monitor for allergic reactions
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, carbon dioxide, dry powder, water spray (not jet)
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water jet
Hazardous Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating gases and smoke
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air; product can flow along surfaces to distant ignition sources
Advice: Cool fire-exposed containers with water spray; move undamaged containers from area if possible without risk
Personal Precautions: Evacuate spill area; remove sources of ignition; ventilate area; avoid breathing vapors
Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, suitable protective clothing, respirator if ventilation is poor
Emergency Procedures: Mark contaminated area and keep unauthorized personnel away
Containment: Stop leak without risk; dike and absorb with inert material (sand, earth); prevent product entering drains or waterways
Clean-Up: Collect residue in tightly closed labeled containers for disposal; ventilate area after cleanup
Handling: Avoid breathing vapor; avoid skin and eye contact; use only in well-ventilated settings away from sources of ignition; do not smoke, eat or drink in work area
Technical Measures: Ground and bond containers when transferring; use spark-proof equipment
Storage: Store in cool, well-ventilated place in original container; keep tightly closed away from heat, sunlight, oxidizers, acids, and bases
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents, reducing agents
Special Requirements: Store inhibitors with product to prevent polymerization; monitor shelf life and discard expired material
Exposure Limit Values: No established OSHA/ACGIH PEL or TLV; maintain airborne concentrations well below levels causing irritation
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust or fume hoods in processing areas; eye wash stations and safety showers in the worksite
Personal Protective Equipment: Nitrile or butyl rubber gloves, chemical splash goggles or safety glasses, flame resistant clothing, organic vapor respirator as needed
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, forearms, and face thoroughly after handling; remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Environmental Controls: Prevent runoff into soil, sewers, and waterways
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Mild, characteristic ester odor
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point / Freezing Point: -40 °C
Boiling Point: 258 °C
Flash Point: 103 °C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slow, not classified as volatile
Flammability: Flammable liquid (Category 3)
Lower/Upper Explosion Limits: Data not available
Vapor Pressure: 0.02 mmHg at 20 °C
Vapor Density: 8.4 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.883 (water = 1)
Solubility: Practically insoluble in water; readily soluble in organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Approx. 5.1
Auto-ignition Temperature: About 270 °C
Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
Viscosity: 4.5 mPa·s at 25 °C
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended use and storage conditions
Possibility of Hazardous Reactions: May undergo hazardous polymerization if exposed to heat, light, or in absence of inhibitor
Conditions to Avoid: Contact with heat, UV, peroxides, or other free radical initiators; exposure to air can cause polymerization
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, bases, reducing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke, irritating vapors
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact
Acute Toxicity: LD50 Oral (rat): >5000 mg/kg; LD50 Dermal (rabbit): >2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes moderate irritation in animal studies
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes moderate temporary irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: Data lacking for full classification
Skin Sensitization: May cause allergic dermatitis
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a confirmed or suspected carcinogen (IARC, NTP, OSHA)
Reproductive Toxicity: No data showing teratogenic or embryotoxic effect
STOT (Specific Target Organ Toxicity): Prolonged exposure may lead to skin or respiratory sensitization
Aspiration Hazard: No significant risk under normal conditions of use
Acute Aquatic Toxicity: Very toxic to aquatic organisms (LC50 for fish: 1–10 mg/L)
Chronic Aquatic Toxicity: May cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Persistence and Degradability: Degrades slowly in the environment; not readily biodegradable
Bioaccumulative Potential: May bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms; log Kow indicates potential for partitioning to lipids
Mobility in Soil: Low solubility and moderate volatility mean product can persist in soils and sediments
Other Adverse Effects: No specific ozone depletion or global warming potential reported
Product Disposal: Dispose of contents in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations; use chemical waste authorized collectors
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers, puncture and send to approved waste disposal facility; avoid reuse
Disposal Methods: Incineration in compliance with environmental regulations recommended for small quantities; larger volumes require licensed waste handler
Precautions: Do not pour into drains or let enter environment
Legal Requirements: Follow local and federal requirements for hazardous substance disposal
UN Number: UN 1993
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid, N.O.S. (Lauryl Methacrylate)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquids)
Packing Group: III
Labels Required: Flammable Liquid
Marine Pollutant: Yes (classed as hazardous to marine environment)
Environmental Hazards: Avoid releases during transport; emergency procedures outlined in shipment documents
Special Precautions: Secure packaging to prevent leaks; transport in approved tankers or drums; follow all applicable international and national regulations such as IMDG, IATA, DOT, ADR, and TDG
TSCA: Listed on US Toxic Substances Control Act inventory
REACH: Registered; check registration number with supplier
OSHA: Classified hazardous; use appropriate hazard communication as per OSHA HCS
SARA Title III (Sections 311/312): Immediate (acute) health hazard, Fire hazard
SARA Title III (Section 313): Not listed
Other US Federal Regulations: Not subject to chemical-specific reporting requirements
California Prop 65: Not listed as known to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity
International Inventories: Listed on Canada DSL/NDSL, Australia AICS, Japan ENCS, China IECSC, Korea ECL
Local Regulations: Comply with all applicable state, provincial, or municipal safety and environmental laws
