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4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide

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[Flash Point]

117
[Autoignition]

460
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Combustion generates toxic fumes. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Upper exp. limit]

9.4
[Lower exp. limit]

1.2
[Fire Potential]

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.
[Ingestion]

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid.
[Skin]

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

Harmful if swallowed. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

Harmful if inhaled. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Hazards]

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 20/21/22
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 36/37
[UN (DOT)]

2810
[Personal Protection]

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 appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Appearance]

Clear, colorless liquid. Clinging odor.
[Solubility in water]

Slightly soluble
[Melting Point]

8
[Boiling Point]

286
[Density]

1.10013 g/cm3 (0 C)
[Refractive Index]

1.53175 (16.8 C)
[Product Name]

4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide
[Synonyms]

(4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile
(p-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile
2-(4-Methoxyphenyl)acetonitrile
4-Methoxybenzyl cyanide
p-Anisylacetonitrile
p-Methoxybenzyl cyanide
[CAS]

"CASEN_104-47-2.htm">104-47-2
[Formula]

C9H9NO
[Molecular Weight]

147.18
[EINECS]

203-206-0
[RTECS]

AM0810000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

509162
[Beilstein Reference]

4-10-00-00555
[EC Class]

toxic, dangerous for the environment
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.
[Disposal Code]

6
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong acids - strong bases - strong oxidizing agents - strong reducing agents.
[Decomposition]

Hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

2810
[Hazard Class]

6.1
[Packing Group]

I; II; III
[HS Code]

2926 90 95