ETHYLENE CYANOHYDRIN

Diamond	Hazard	Value	Description
1 1 2	Health	1	Can cause significant irritation.
	Flammability	1	Must be preheated before ignition can occur.
	Instability	2	Readily undergoes violent chemical changes at elevated temperatures and pressures.
	Special

Colorless to yellow-brown liquid with a weak odor. Sinks and mixes with water. (USCG, 1999)

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Water soluble. Reacts slowly with water and steam to emit highly toxic, flammable vapors.

Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Toxic gases are generated when heated.

Behavior in Fire: Decomposes, generating toxic gases (USCG, 1999)

Liquid causes eye irritation. If swallowed, may cause severe kidney injury. (USCG, 1999)

ETHYLENE CYANOHYDRIN reacts violently with mineral acids, amines and inorganic bases. It also reacts violently with chlorosulfonic acid, sulfuric acid, oleum and sodium hydroxide. It is incompatible with bases, oxidizing agents, moisture and heat. It is corrosive to mild steel. (NTP, 1992)

• Alcohols and Polyols
• Nitriles

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

• Cellulose-Based Absorbents

Excerpt from 153 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Combustible)]:

IMMEDIATE PRECAUTIONARY MEASURE: Isolate spill or leak area in all directions for at least 50 meters (150 feet) for liquids and at least 25 meters (75 feet) for solids.

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)

Fire Extinguishing Agents Not to Be Used: Water or foam may cause frothing.

Fire Extinguishing Agents: Carbon dioxide or dry chemical for small fires; alcohol- type foam for large fires. (USCG, 1999)

SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you should spill this chemical, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Seal the absorbent paper, as well as any of your clothing which may be contaminated, in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash any surfaces you may have contaminated with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this chemical under refrigerated temperatures, and protect it from moisture. (NTP, 1992)

Air-supplied mask; plastic gloves; rubber clothing; vapor- proof goggles. (USCG, 1999)

No information available.

EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

SKIN: IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

INHALATION: IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used; if not available, use a level of protection greater than or equal to that advised under Protective Clothing.

INGESTION: DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. If the victim is convulsing or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth, ensure that the victim's airway is open and lay the victim on his/her side with the head lower than the body. DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim to a hospital. (NTP, 1992)

• BETA-CYANOETHANOL
• BETA-HPN
• BETA-HYDROXYETHYL CYANIDE
• BETA-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE
• 1-CYANO-2-HYDROXYETHANE
• 2-CYANOETHANOL ALCOHOL
• 2-CYANOETHANOL
• 2-CYANOETHYL ALCOHOL
• ETHYLENE CYANOHYDRIN
• GLYCOL CYANOHYDRIN
• HYDRACRYLONITRILE
• 1-HYDROXY-2-CYANOETHANE
• 2-HYDROXYCYANOETHANE
• 2-HYDROXYETHYL CYANIDE
• 3-HYDROXYPROPANENITRILE
• 3-HYDROXYPROPANOIC ACID, NITRILE
• 3-HYDROXYPROPIONITRILE
• METHANOLACETONITRILE
• USAF-RH-7