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METHYL SILICATEICSC: 1188 (October 1997)
Tetramethyl silicate
Tetramethyl orthosilicate
Tetramethoxy silane
CAS #: 681-84-5
UN #: 2606
EC Number: 211-656-4

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Flammable.  Above 20°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Above 20°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.  Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.   

 PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! STRICT HYGIENE!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Burning sensation. Cough. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness. Pain.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness. Pain. Loss of vision.  Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal pain.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Subsidiary Risks: 3; UN Pack Group: I 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from food and feedstuffs. 
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
METHYL SILICATE ICSC: 1188
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
 

Formula: C4H12O4Si / (CH3O)4Si
Molecular mass: 152.3
Boiling point: 121°C
Melting point: -2°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.02
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 2.2
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.3
Flash point: 20°C c.c. 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation of the vapour may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the kidneys and liver. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 1 ppm as TWA 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
Other melting points: -8°C .
The symptoms of lung oedema 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. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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