METHYL 2-CHLOROACRYLATE

Colorless liquid. Used to make acrylic high polymer with properties closely resembling those of polymethylmethacrylate. Monomer for specialty polymers (e.g., aircraft glazing). (EPA, 1998)

• Highly Flammable
• Polymerizable

Highly flammable. Insoluble in water.

Flash point data for this chemical are not available; however, it is probably combustible. (NTP, 1992)

It is a skin, eye, and lung irritant. The least trace on skin raises large blisters. It is also a respiratory poison; breathing the vapors can cause pulmonary edema. (EPA, 1998)

METHYL 2-CHLOROACRYLATE is sensitive to prolonged exposure to light, moisture and heat. This chemical is incompatible with oxidizers and polymerizers. (NTP, 1992)

• Halogenated Organic Compounds
• Acrylates and Acrylic Acids
• Polymerizable Compounds

Use caution: Liquids with this reactive group classification have been known to react with the absorbents listed below.

• Cellulose-Based Absorbents
• Mineral-Based & Clay-Based Absorbents
• Dirt/Earth

Excerpt from 131 [Flammable Liquids - Toxic]:

IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area for at least 50 meters (150 feet) in all directions.

SPILL: Increase the immediate precautionary measure distance, in the downwind direction, as necessary.

FIRE: If tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in a fire, ISOLATE for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions; also, consider initial evacuation for 800 meters (1/2 mile) in all directions. (ERG, 2020)

Fight fire from maximum distance. Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry. Stay upwind; keep out of low areas. Ventilate closed spaces before entering them. Wear positive pressure breathing apparatus and special protective clothing.

(Non-Specific -- Poisonous Liquid, n.o.s.) Small fires: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray, or foam. Large fires: water spray, fog, or foam. Move container from fire area if you can do so without risk. (EPA, 1998)

(Non-Specific -- Poisonous Liquid, n.o.s.) Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry. Stay upwind; keep out of low areas. Ventilate closed spaces before entering them. Remove and isolate contaminated clothing at the site. Stop leak if you can do so without risk. Use water spray to reduce vapors.

Small spills: take up with sand or other noncombustible absorbent material and place into containers for later disposal.

Large spills: dike far ahead of spill for later disposal. (EPA, 1998)

For emergency situations, wear a positive pressure, pressure-demand, full facepiece self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) or pressure- demand supplied air respirator with escape SCBA and a fully-encapsulating, chemical resistant suit. (EPA, 1998)

No information available.

Warning: Methyl 2-chloroacrylate is a strong eye, skin, and lung irritant and a respiratory poison. The least trace on skin raises large blisters. Caution is advised.

Signs and Symptoms of Methyl 2-Chloroacrylate Exposure: Signs and symptoms of acute exposure to methyl 2-chloroacrylate may include irritation, conjunctivitis, burns, and blisters of the skin. Respiratory exposure may include strong pulmonary irritation, dyspnea, pulmonary edema, headache, lethargy, convulsions. Gastrointestinal symptoms may include nausea.

Emergency Life-Support Procedures: Acute exposure to methyl 2-chloroacrylate may require decontamination and life support for the victims. Emergency personnel should wear protective clothing appropriate to the type and degree of contamination. Air-purifying or supplied-air respiratory equipment should also be worn, as necessary. Rescue vehicles should carry supplies such as plastic sheeting and disposable plastic bags to assist in preventing spread of contamination.

Inhalation Exposure:
1. Move victims to fresh air. Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to methyl 2-chloroacrylate.
2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate, and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer 100% humidified oxygen or other respiratory support.
3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for performance of other invasive procedures.
4. Transport to a health care facility.

Dermal/Eye Exposure:
1. Remove victims from exposure. Emergency personnel should avoid self-exposure to methyl 2-chloroacrylate.
2. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer oxygen or other respiratory support.
3. Remove and isolate contaminated clothing as soon as possible.
4. If eye exposure has occurred, eyes must be flushed with lukewarm water for at least 15 minutes.
5. Wash exposed skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.
6. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for performance of other invasive procedures.
7. Transport to a health care facility.

Ingestion Exposure:
1. Evaluate vital signs including pulse and respiratory rate and note any trauma. If no pulse is detected, provide CPR. If not breathing, provide artificial respiration. If breathing is labored, administer 100% humidified oxygen or other respiratory support.
2. DO NOT induce vomiting.
3. Obtain authorization and/or further instructions from the local hospital for administration of an antidote or performance of other invasive procedures.
4. Give the victims water or milk: children up to 1 year old, 125 mL (4 oz or 1/2 cup); children 1 to 12 years old, 200 mL (6 oz or 3/4 cup); adults, 250 mL (8 oz or 1 cup). Water or milk should be given only if victims are conscious and alert.
5. Transport to a health care facility. (EPA, 1998)

• ACRYLIC ACID, 2-CHLORO-, METHYL ESTER
• 2-CHLORO-2-PROPENOIC ACID, METHYL ESTER
• 2-CHLOROACRYLIC ACID METHYL ESTER
• 2-CHLOROACRYLIC ACID, METHYL ESTER
• METHYL 2-CHLORO-2-PROPENOATE
• METHYL 2-CHLOROACRYLATE
• METHYL 2-CHLOROPROPENOATE
• METHYL ALPHA-CHLOROACRYLATE
• METHYL-ALPHA-CHLOROACRYLATE
• PROPENOIC ACID, 2-CHLORO-, METHYL ESTER
• 2-PROPENOIC ACID, 2-CHLORO-, METHYL ESTER