ACRYLAMIDE
NIOSH Potential Occupational Carcinogen
Skull and Crossbones
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Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H301 |
Toxic if swallowed | Acute toxicity, oral |
H312 |
Harmful in contact with skin | Acute toxicity, dermal |
H315 |
Causes skin irritation | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H317 |
May cause an allergic skin reaction | Sensitization, Skin |
H319 |
Causes serious eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H332 |
Harmful if inhaled | Acute toxicity, inhalation |
H340 |
May cause genetic defects | Germ cell mutagenicity |
H350 |
May cause cancer | Carcinogenicity |
H361 |
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child | Reproductive toxicity |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
H402 |
Harmful to aquatic life | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P272 |
Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. |
P273 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P301+P316 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P302+P352 |
IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/... |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P305+P351+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. |
P317 |
Get emergency medical help. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P330 |
Rinse mouth. |
P332+P317 |
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. |
P333+P317 |
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help. |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P362+P364 |
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 0.3 mg-m3 |
| NIOSH REL | 0.03 mg-m3 |
| NIOSH IDLH | 60 mg-m3 |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
White crystalline, odorless solid.
| Boiling Point | 347-572°F (decomposes) |
| Flash Point | 280°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.007 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 1.12 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
2
2
2
Health
Fire
Reactivity
Target Organs
potential for cancer, skin irritation, central and peripheral nervous system effects; reproductive effects and tumors of the lung, testes, thyroid, and adrenal glands in animals
Synonyms
acrylamide monomer; acrylic amide; propenamide; 2-propenamide
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 6579
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.
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