1,3,5,7-Tetraazaadamantane
Methenamine
Hexamine
1,3,5,7-Tetraazatricyclo(3.3.1.1(3,7))decane
C6H12N4
Molecular mass: 140.2
ICSC # 1228
CAS # 100-97-0
RTECS # MN4725000
UN # 1328
EC # 612-101-00-2
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Types of Hazard/ Exposure
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Acute Hazards/ Symptoms
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Prevention
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First Aid/
Fire Fighting
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FIRE
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Combustible.
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames.
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Foam,
water spray, powder.
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Explosion
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Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.
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Prevent deposition of dust; closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
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Exposure
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
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•Inhalation
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Cough.
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Refer for medical attention.
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•Skin
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Redness.
Pain.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Refer for medical attention.
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•Eyes
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Redness.
Pain.
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Face shield
or
eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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•Ingestion
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Abdominal pain.
Nausea.
Vomiting.
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth.
Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink.
Refer for medical attention.
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Spillage Disposal
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Storage
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Packaging & Labelling
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Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
Personal protection: A/P2 filter respirator for organic vapour and harmful dust.
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Separated from
strong acids
and
strong oxidants.
Dry.
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F symbol
Xn symbol
R: 11-42/43
S: 2-16-22-24-37
UN Hazard Class: 4.1
UN Packing Group: III
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Important Data
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Physical State; Appearance:
HYGROSCOPIC
,
COLOURLESS
CRYSTALS
OR
WHITE
CRYSTALLINE POWDER
Physical Dangers:
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.
Chemical Dangers:
The substance decomposes
on heating or
on burning
producing toxic and corrosive gasesincluding formaldehyde,ammonia,hydrogen cyanide and nitrogen oxides.
The solution in water is a weak base.
Reacts
with
strong oxidants
and
strong acids
producing
toxic and corrosive gases
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Attacks aluminium and zinc.
Occupational Exposure Limits:
TLV not established.
MAK: IIb (not established but data is available); sensitization of skin (Sh); (DFG 2004).
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Routes of Exposure:
The substance can be absorbed into the body
by inhalation of its aerosol
and
by ingestion.
Inhalation Risk:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.
Effects of Short-Term Exposure:
The substance
is mildly irritating to
the eyes
and
the skin
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Effects of Long-Term or Repeated Exposure:
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.
Repeated or prolonged inhalation exposure may cause asthma.
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Physical
Properties
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Sublimation point: about 260°C
Density: 1.33
g/cm3
Solubility in water:
good
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Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.9
Flash point: 250°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 390°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -2.84
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Environmental
Data
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N O T E S
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The substance may release formaldehyde.
See ICSC 0695 Formaldehyde.
Anyone who has shown symptoms of asthma due to this substance should avoid all further contact.
The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.
Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-41S1328
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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ICSC: 1228
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HEXAMETHYLENETETRAMINE
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(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994
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IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE:
Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH,
the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this
information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may
not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation
on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation
in the country of use.
The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.
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