MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Product Name: NMA

Catalog Number: 21350

Other Names: Nadic Methyl Anhydride, Methyl Norbornene Dicarboxylic Anhydride

DOT Hazard Class: Corrosive Liquid, n.o.s.

DOT Proper Shipping Name: Methyl Norbornene Dicarboxylic Anhydride

UN ID No.: UN 1760

MSDS Updated: 9/16/05

Distributed By: Ladd Research Industries

83 Holly Court

Williston, VT 05495

(802) 658-4961

HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS

CAS Number Percent Exposure Limits

NMA 25134-21-8 99%min. None Available

Free Acid None Listed 1%max. None Available

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA

Boiling Point: 140EC @ 10 mm Hg

Specific Gravity: 1.245 at 15.4/4EC

Vapor Pressure: 5.0 mm Hg at 120EC

Vapor Density: 6.1 at 20EC

Melting Point: <18EC

Solubility: Soluble in acetone, benzene, naphtha, xylene

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point: 135EC

Flammable Limits: Unknown

Extinguishing Media: Foam, carbon dioxide

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Respiratory protection against vapors and combustion products

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards: Vapors and fumes can cause serious respiratory problems.

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Primary Routes of Entry: Inhalation, skin, eyes

Inhalation: Nasal irritation, discharge, coughing, difficulty in breathing

Skin: Erythema, itching

Eye: Conjunctivitis, chemosis

Ingestion: Unknown. Probably pain, nausea, vomiting

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID

Inhalation: Remove person to fresh air

Skin: Immediately flush skin with plenty water for at least 15 minutes.

Eye: Immediately flush eyes with plenty water for at least 15 minutes. Seek medical attention.

Ingestion: If person is conscious give water or milk to dilute. DO NOT induce vomiting. Do not

attempt chemical neutralization. Obtain medical assistance.

REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable at ambient temperatures. Decomposes at elevated temperatures.

Hazardous Polymerization: May occur at >200EC.

Conditions to Avoid: Excessive temperatures.

Incompatibility: Water, acid, base, oxidizing material

SPILL, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE INFORMATION

Spill: Clean up spill promptly. Avoid contact with liquid and vapors. Ventilate confined areas.

Absorb spills with inert absorbent.

Disposal: Deposit absorbent material saturated with product in a separate, labeled, leak-proof

container and take to an approved treatment, storage or disposal facility. Disposal

must abide by federal, state and local regulations.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND CONTROL MEASURES

Respiratory: Organic vapor respirator if using away from chemical hood.

Gloves: Impervious (e.g. nitrile, butyl rubber)

Eye: Safety glasses with side shields. Full face shield if danger of splashing is present.

Ventilation: Chemical fume hood recommended.

SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION

Not regulated.

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The information presented is believed to be correct and is the most accurate information available to us at this time. However, Ladd Research makes no warranty, express or implied, and assumes no liability for this information and the product described herein.