1-chloro-1-methylpropene

ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY EHS
LABORATORY CHEMICAL STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
CS-016 Last Reviewed January 6, 2020
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HAZARDS AND PROTECTION
Hazard Information
• Highly flammable
• Toxic in contact with skin
• Fatal if inhaled
• May cause cancer
• Causes irritation to eyes, skin and respiratory
tract
Routes of Exposure
• Ingestion ● Skin Absorption
• Inhalation
• Eye absorption
If exposed by:
• Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not
breathing give artificial respiration.
• Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not
induce vomiting.
• Eyes: Rinse affected area for 15 minutes
• Skin: Wash with soap and water. Take victim
to hospital immediately.
If exposed any route seek medical attention.
Exposure Limits
All exposure limits are Time Weighted Averages
(average exposure over an eight-hour day).
There are no published exposure limits for this
chemical. Limit exposure as much as practical.
Engineering Controls
• Chemical Fume Hood Never open 1-chloro-2-methylpropene outside of a
chemical fume hood.
Administrative Controls
• Designated area sign
• Particularly hazardous substance label
• Post designated area sign before each use.
• Label containers of 1-chloro-2-
methylpropene as a health hazard.
• Use as small a quantity as possible.
1-chloro-2-methylpropene 513-37-1
Health and Physical Hazard
ARKANSAS STATE UNIVERSITY EHS
LABORATORY CHEMICAL STANDARD OPERATING PROCEDURE
CS-016 Last Reviewed January 6, 2020
Personal Protective Equipment
• Gloves
• Safety glasses or splash goggles
• Lab coat
Two pairs of nitrile gloves for short-term use. If longer
term use, Viton (fluorinated rubber) gloves are
required. Change gloves immediately if a spill on
gloves is observed. Wash hands after use.
OTHER SAFETY INFORMATION
Transportation Follow guidance given in the laboratory safety manual
for transport of chemicals.
Storage
• Store in a flammables materials storage
cabinet.
• Keep away from heat or sources of ignition
• Keep tightly sealed
Incompatible materials include:
Strong bases, strong oxidizing agents
Spill/Accident Procedures
For all spills:
• Wear two pairs of nitrile gloves
• Turn off sources of ignition (if safe)
• Evacuate the immediate area
Exposure:
• If anyone exposed requires emergency
medical attention, dial 911 (or 9-911 from
landline).
• Follow procedures outlined in laboratory
safety manual.
Small spills (less than 50 mL): Cover the spill with
absorbent materials. Place absorbent materials in bag
or bucket for collection by EHS. Clean area with soap
and water once spill is removed.
Large spills (greater than 50 mL): If the spill is in a
chemical fume hood, contact the EHS director (864-
710-2933). If he cannot be reached (does not answer
phone, do not leave voicemail), then call 911, pull the
fire alarm and exit the building. If the spill is outside of
a hood, then call 911, pull the fire alarm and exit the
building.
Waste Disposal Waste 1-chloro-2-methylpropene must be collected
for disposal.
Empty bottles of 1-chloro-2-methylpropene may be
rinsed and thrown in the dumpster.
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