Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: Indan
Catalog Numbers: 29248-0000, 29248-0050, 29248-1000, 29248-5000
Synonyms: Hydrindene
Company Identification: Acros Organics BVBA
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
2440 Geel, Belgium
Company Identification: (USA) Acros Organics
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in the US, call: 800-ACROS-01
For information in Europe, call: +32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Number, Europe: +32 14 57 52 99
Emergency Number US: 201-796-7100
CHEMTREC Phone Number, US: 800-424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number, Europe: 703-527-3887
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# Chemical Name: % EINECS#
496-11-7 Indan 95% 207-814-7
Hazard Symbols: None listed
Risk Phrases: 10
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Flammable.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: May cause eye irritation.
Skin: May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion: The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Flammable liquid and vapor.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Storage: Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Flammables-area.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 496-11-7:
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety ggles 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.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Clear liquid
Color: colorless to yellow
Odor: Not available
pH: Not available
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Viscosity: Not available
Boiling Point: 176 deg C @760mmHg ( 348.80°F)
Freezing/Melting Point: -51 deg C ( -59.80°F)
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: 50 deg C ( 122.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits: Lower: Not available
Explosion Limits: Upper: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.960
Molecular Formula: C9H10
Molecular Weight: 118.18
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Not available
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, ignition sources.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization Has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: CAS# 496-11-7: NK3750000
LD50/LC50: RTECS: Not available. Other: Oral, rat: LDL0 = 5 gm/kg
Carcinogenicity: Indan - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Not available Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
IATA IMO RID/ADR
Shipping Name: FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S.* FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S. FLAMMABLE LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 3 3 3
UN Number: 1993 1993 1993
Packing Group: III III III
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:Not available
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
Safety Phrases:
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 496-11-7: Not available
Canada
CAS# 496-11-7 is listed on Canada's NDSL List
US Federal
TSCA
CAS# 496-11-7 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.