Formamide
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CAS
75-12-7
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HCONH2
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RTECS
LQ0525000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Carbamaldehyde, Methanamide
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DOT ID & Guide
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 10 ppm (15 mg/m3) [skin]
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
1 ppm = 1.85 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless, oily liquid. [Note: A solid below 37°F.]
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MW: 45.1
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BP: 411°F (Decomposes)
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FRZ: 37°F
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Sol: Miscible
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VP(86°F): 0.1 mmHg
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IP: 10.20 eV
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Sp.Gr: 1.13
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Fl.P(oc): 310°F
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200°F.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, iodine, pyridine, sulfur trioxide, copper, brass, lead [Note: Hygroscopic (i.e., absorbs moisture from the air).]
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Measurement Methods
None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: No recommendation
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: No recommendation
Remove: No recommendation
Change: No recommendation
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water wash
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane; drowsiness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion); nausea; acidosis; skin eruptions; in animals: reproductive effects
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, reproductive system
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 0891 |
