IMIDAZOLE

Safety Data Sheet
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1. PRODUCT: Syn:  Glyoxaline, 1,3-Diaza-2,4-cyclopentadiene	CAS No.: 288-32-4     E-C No.:206-019-2 
Weight:  68.08g/mol 	Formula: C3H4N2

2. HAZARDS: GHS Class: Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)  Skin Corrosion (Category 1C) Serious Eye damage (Cat 1)	Reproductive toxicity (Category 1B)
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Signal Word:         DANGER
HAZARD STATEMENT: H302: Harmful if swallowed	H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage					      H360: may cause damage fertility or the unborn child	
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT: P201: Obtain special instructions before use. P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P260: Do Not breathe in dust or mist. P264: Wash skin thoroughly after handling.  P270: Do not drink, eat, smoke, when using this product. P405: Store locked up. P280: Wear protective gloves/eye & face protection. P330: Rinse mouth. P301 + P312: If swallowed: Call Poison Center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P301 + P330 + P331: If swallowed: Rinse mouth Do Not induce vomiting. P303+P361+P353: If on skin (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. P304 + P340: If inhaled: remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338: If in Eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present & easy to do so. Continue Rinsing. P310: Immediately Call Poison Center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions).  P363: Wash contaminated clothing before reuse. P308 + P313: If exposed or concerned get medical attention. P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION / INFO ON INGREDIENTS: 
Chemical 			 CAS No.	 	Percent		
Imidazole		                  288-32-4                     99%                  

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: Rinse immediately for 15 min. with plenty of water and seek medical advice.  Skin: Rinse with plenty of soap & water, take off all contaminated clothes, and seek medical advice. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Rinse with water. Consult physician. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.  Consult a physician. Physician: Treat symptomatically & supportively. 

5. FIRE FIGHTING: Info: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH & full PPE. Dusts at sufficient concentrations can form explosive mixtures with air. Irritating & highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomp/combustion. Hazards: Carbon & Nitrogen oxides, Hydrogen cyanide Extinguishing: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam. 

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the PPE Section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. Do not let product enter drains. 

7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area under hood. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Keep container tightly closed. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. 

8. EXPOSURE: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. 
Exposure Limits: OSHA Vacated PELs: Imidazole: DNEL: Workers inhalation: long-term systemic effects 10.6 mg/m3, skin contact 1.5mg/kg, PNEC: Soil 0.0425 mg/kg, marine water 0.013 mg/kg, fresh water 0.13 mg/kg, Marine sediment 0.0336 mg/kg, Fresh water sediment 0.336 mg/kg, sewage treatment plant 10 mg/l, aquatic intermittent release 1.3mg/l

PPE: 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. 0.11mm thick nitrile. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. 
Respirators: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed when conditions warrant a respirator’s use. 
Hygiene: Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

9. PHYSICAL & CHEM: Appearance: White to yellow crystalline powder Odor: Amine-like. pH: 9 – 11 at 6,8 g/l at 23˚C 
Vapor Pressure: 0.002 mm Hg @ 20˚C Vapor Density: no data Boiling Pt: 256˚C at 1.013hPa Solubility: 633 g/l at 20˚C  
Melting Pt: 88-91˚C.     Relative Density: 1.030g/cm3 Flash Pt: 145˚C (293˚F).		 

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable under normal temps and pressures. Avoid: Incompatibles, dust generation, excess heat. Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, acid anhydrides. Hazard Decomp: sec 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS#: NI3325000. LD50/LC50: Oral, rat: LD50 = 970 mg/kg; Rabbit : corrosive after 1-4 hrs of exposure 4h  Carcinogenicity: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. 
Reproductive Effects: May Damage unborn child. Mutagenicity: DNA Inhibition: Human cell types 1mmol/L. 

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: Fate: Biodegradability – aerobic Result: 90-100% - Readily biodegradable.  Exposure time 18d 
Toxicity:  Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates. 
EC50 - Daphnia - 341,5 mg/l - 48 h 	Static test LC50-Leuciscus idus – 280 mg/l – 48h
EC50 Green algae – 133 mg/l -72h – other microorganisms 45 mg/l -0.5h

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification. Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. 
RCRA P-Series: None listed. RCRA U-Series: None listed. 

14. TRANSPORT INFO:DOT:  UN 3263, Corrosive solid, basic, organic, n.o.s. (Imidazole), 8, III, ERG 154
IMDG:  UN 3263, CORROSIVE SOLID, BASIC, ORGANIC,  N.O.S. (Imidazole), 8, III, ERG 154
IATA:  UN 3263, Corrosive solid, basic, organic, n.o.s. (Imidazole), 8, III, P.I.

15. REGULATORY INFO: SARA 311/312: Acute Health Hazard, Chronic Health Hazard
Section 302 (RQ) & 302 (TPQ) None of the chemicals in this material/product have an RQ or TPQ. 
Section 313 No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.  REACH: 01-2119485825-24-xxxx 
STATE: CAS# 288-32-4 is not present on state lists from CA, MN, MA, FL. 
PA & NJ Right to Know: Imidazole  CAS#288-32-4
California Prop.65 components: None of the chemicals are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.
 
EUROPEAN/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
Hazard Symbols:  C – Corrosive	WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 288-32-4: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL CAS# 288-32-4 is listed on Canada’s DSL List. 
Canada - WHMIS This product has a WHMIS classification of E, D2A. 

16. DISCLAIMER INFO: DUDLEY CORPORATION provides the information herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this.  Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. DUDLEY CORPORATION makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, including without limitation and warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the information set forth herein or to the product to which the information refers. Accordingly, DUDLEY CORPORATION will not be responsible for damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon this information.