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SECTION 1 CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
PRODUCT IDENTIFIER: VINYL CHLORIDE (MONOMER)
RECOMMENDED USAGE: PVC Manufacturing & Copolymer
MANUFACTURER:
PT ASAHIMAS CHEMICAL
Ds Gunung Sugih, Jalan Raya Anyer Km-122
Cilegon 42447 Banten - Indonesia
Tel: +62 254 601252
Fax: +62 254 602027
Contact Department: CVT Department
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBER: +62 254 601252

SECTION 2 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

GHS Classification:
Health
Acute Toxicity - Category 3
Eye Corrosion - Category 1A
Skin Corrosion - Category 1A
Skin Sensitization - Category 1
Mutagenicity - Category 1A
Carcinogenicity - Category 1B
Reproductive/Developmental - Category 1A
Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated) - Category 1

Environmental
Aquatic Toxicity:
Acute 1
Chronic 1

Physical
Substance which in contact
with water emit flammable
gasses - Category 1

GHS Label:
Symbols: skull and crossbones, Gas under pressure, health hazard, flammable liquid

Hazard Statements
DANGER!
EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE GAS UNDER
PRESSURE
Easy ignited by heat, sparks or flames
Fatal if inhaled.
harmful if swallowed,
Liquid may cause FROSTBITE to eyes and skin.
May cause central nervous System effects.
May cause liver damage.
A known human carcinogen.

Precautionary Statements
Flammable gas.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame, may cause
flash fire.
May polymerize.
Keep container tightly closed.
Avoid breathing vapor.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Containers may rupture or explode.

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SECTION 3 COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CHEMICAL IDENTITY: VINYL CHLORIDE MONOMER
TRADE NAMES/SYNONYMS:
1-CHLOROETHYLENE; 1-CHLOROETHENE; CHLOROETHYLENE; CHLOROETHENE;
CHLORETHENE; CHLORETHYLENE; ETHYLENE MONOCHLORIDE;
MONOCHLOROETHYLENE; MONOCHLORO ETHENE; MONOCHLOROETHENE; VINYL
CHLORIDE MONOMER; VINYL CHLORIDE, INHIBITED; VINYL C MONOMER; RCRA U043; UN
1086; C2H3Cl; MAT24940; RTECS KU9625000
EC NUMBER: 200-831-0
CAS NUMBER: 75-01-4
PERCENTAGE: >99.9

SECTION 4 FIRST AID MEASURES

- INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not
breathing. If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by qualified personnel. If respiration or pulse
has stopped, have a trained person administer Basic Life Support (Cardio-Pulmonary Resuscitation/
Automatic External Defibrillator) and CALL FOR EMERGENCY SERVICES IMMEDIATELY. Get immediate
medical attention.
- SKIN CONTACT: If frostbite or freezing occur, immediately flush with plenty of lukewarm water (105-115 F;
41-46 C). DO NOT USE HOT WATER. If warm water is not available, gently wrap affected parts in blankets.
Get immediate medical attention.
- EYE CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with a directed stream of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting upper and lower lids, until no evidence of chemical remains. Washing eyes within several seconds is
essential to achieve maximum effectiveness. Get medical attention immediately.
- INGESTION: If a large amount is swallowed, get medical attention.
- NOTE TO PHYSICIAN: For inhalation, consider oxygen. Stimulants such as epinephrine may induce
ventricular fibrillation.

SECTION 5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

- SUITABLE EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Stop flow of gas before extinguishing fire. Use carbon dioxide, regular
dry chemical, regular foam or water. Use water spray to keep containers cool.
- FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Severe fire hazard. Severe explosion hazard. The vapor is heavier than
air. Vapors or gases may ignite at distant ignition sources and flash back. Vapor/air mixtures are explosive.
Electrostatic discharges may be generated by flow or agitation resulting in ignition or explosion. Containers
may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
- FIRE FIGHTING: Move container from fire area if it can be done without risk.
For fires in cargo or storage area: Cool containers with water from unmanned hose holder or monitor nozzles
until well after fire is out. If this is impossible then take the following precautions: Keep unnecessary people
away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Let the fire burn. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound
from venting safety device or any discoloration of tanks due to fire.
For tank, rail car or tank truck: Stop leak if possible without personal risk. Let burn unless leak can be stopped
immediately.
For smaller tanks or cylinders, extinguish and isolate from other flammables.
Evacuation radius: 800 meters (1/2 mile). Do not attempt to extinguish fire unless flow of material can be
stopped first. Flood with fine water spray. Cool containers with water spray until well after the fire is out. Apply
water from a protected location or from a safe distance. Avoid inhalation of material or combustion byproducts. Stay upwind and keep out of low areas. Evacuate if fire gets out of control or containers are directly
exposed to fire.

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Evacuation radius: 500 meters (1/3 mile). Consider downwind evacuation if material is leaking.

SECTION 6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

WATER RELEASE:
Subject to California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986 (Proposition 65). Keep out of
water supplies and sewers.
OCCUPATIONAL RELEASE:
Vapors or gases may ignite at distant ignition sources and flash back. Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other
sources of ignition. Stop leak if possible without personal risk. Reduce vapors with water spray. Keep
unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Remove sources of ignition. Ventilate closed
spaces before entering. Keep out of water supplies and sewers. Releases should be reported, if required, to
appropriate agencies. Notify Local Emergency Planning Committee and State Emergency Response
Commission for release greater than or equal to RQ (U.S. SARA Section 304). If release occurs in the U.S.
and is reportable under CERCLA Section 103, notify the National Response Center at (800)424-8802 (USA)
or (202)426-2675 (USA).

SECTION 7 HANDLING AND STORAGE

PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING
Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Keep away from heat, sparks and
flame. Electrostatic charges may build up during handling. Ground any equipment used in handling. All
energized electrical equipment must be designed in accordance with the electrical classification of the area.
PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE STORAGE (including any incompatibilities):
Store and handle in accordance with all current regulations and standards. Protect from physical damage.
Store outside or in a detached building. Inside storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container tightly
closed and properly labeled. Store in a well-ventilated area. Do not enter confined spaces unless adequately
ventilated. Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Grounding and bonding required. Subject
to storage regulations: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.101. See original container for storage recommendations.
Keep separated from incompatible substances.

SECTION 8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

- CONTROL PARAMETERS:
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMIT or BIOLOGICAL LIMIT VALUE:
1.0 ppm OSHA TWA
5 ppm OSHA ceiling 15 minute(s)
0.5 ppm OSHA action level
1 ppm ACGIH TWA
NIOSH TWA (lowest feasible concentration)
- APPROPRIATE ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Ventilation equipment should be explosion-resistant if explosive concentrations of material are present. Use
closed systems when possible. Provide local exhaust or process enclosure ventilation system. Ensure
compliance with applicable exposure limits.

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PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQIPMENT

EYE PROTECTION: Wear splash resistant safety goggles with a face shield. Provide an emergency eye
wash fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area.
CLOTHING: Wear chemical resistant clothing to prevent skin contact.
GLOVES:
For the gas: Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves.
For the liquid: Wear chemical resistant, insulated gloves such as Perfect Fit(R) NL-56. Gloves should be
selected based on permeation test data.
OSHA REGULATED SUBSTANCES: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1017.
RESPIRATOR: The following respirators and maximum use concentrations are drawn from NIOSH and/or
OSHA.
OSHA Standard:
Respirator selection should comply with 29 CFR 1910.134, 29 CFR 1910.1017, and the final rule published in
the Federal Register on August 24, 2006.
NIOSH Recommendations: At any detectable concentration
Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or
other positive-pressure mode.
Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other positivepressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained breathing apparatus operated in pressuredemand or other positive-pressure mode.
ESCAPE
Any air-purifying full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front-mounted or back-mounted
canister providing protection against the compound of concern.
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus.

SECTION 9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE
PHYSICAL STATE: GAS
COLOR: COLORLESS
CHANGE IN APPEARANCE: Compressed, Liquefied Gas
ODOR: faint odor, sweet odor
ODOR THRESHOLD: 260 ppm
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 62.50
MOLECULAR FORMULA: C-H2-C-H-Cl
PH: Not applicable
FREEZING POINT: -245 F (-154 C)
BOILING POINT: 9 F (-13 C)
FLASH POINT: -108 F (-78 C) (CC)
LOWER FLAMMABLE LIMIT: 3.6%
UPPER FLAMMABLE LIMIT: 33.0%

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EVAPORATION RATE: > 15
VAPOR PRESSURE: 2515.6 mmHg @ 21.1 C (2980 mmHg @25 C)
VAPOR DENSITY (air=1): 2.15
SPECIFIC GRAVITY (water=1): 0.9106 @ 25/25 C
VOLATILITY: 100%
VISCOSITY: 0.01072 cP @ 20 C
WATER SOLUBILITY: 0.25% (2.7 g/L) ; slightly
PARTITION COEFICIENT n-octanol / water: 1.36
SOLVENT SOLUBILITY:
Soluble: ethanol; Very soluble: ether, carbon tetrachloride, benzene
AUTOIGNITION: 882 F (472 C)
DECOMPOSITION TEMPERTURE: Not available

SECTION 10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

- CHEMICAL REACTIVITY: May polymerize. Avoid contact with light or storage and use above room
temperature.
- CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Avoid air, sunlight, heat, flames, sparks and other sources of ignition. Containers
may rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
- INCOMPATIBILITIES: oxidizing materials, oxides of nitrogen, metals, aluminum, aluminum alloys, copper,
metal alkyl complexes and alkali metals such as sodium, potassium and their alloys, peroxides
- HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION: (COMBUSTION PRODUCT)
Thermal decomposition products: halogenated compounds (Hydrogen Chloride), oxides of carbon, phosgene
- POLYMERIZATION: May polymerize. Avoid contact with heat, light, air, water, other polymerization
catalysts/initiators or incompatible materials. Closed containers may rupture violently.

SECTION 11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

TOXICITY DATA: 18 pph/15 minute(s) inhalation-rat LC50; 500 mg/kg oral-rat LD50
390 mg/l/2 hour(s) inhalation-rat LC50
CARCINOGEN STATUS: OSHA: Carcinogen; NTP: Known Human Carcinogen; IARC: Human
Sufficient Evidence, Animal Sufficient Evidence, Group 1; ACGIH: A1 -Confirmed Human Carcinogen;
EC: Category 1
LOCAL EFFECTS: Irritant: skin, eye
CARCINOGEN STATUS:
OSHA: Carcinogen;
NTP: Known Human Carcinogen;
IARC: Human Sufficient Evidence, Animal Sufficient Evidence, Group 1
ACUTE TOXICITY LEVEL:
Toxic: ingestion
Relatively Non-toxic: inhalation
TARGET ORGANS: central nervous system, liver
CHRONIC EFFECTS:
Occupational overexposure has produced cancer (angiosarcomas of the liver)and changes in bones and skin,
especially in the extremities such as the fingers (acroosteolysis). Additionally, repeated exposure may result
in dose-related sensory disorders, nervous system effects, blood system damage, hepatic-like liver changes,
liver malfunction, pulmonary insufficiency, and dermatitis.
TUMORIGENIC DATA: Available.
MUTAGENIC DATA:

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Mutagenic in bacteria studies. Genetic studies in animals were negative in some cases and positive in others.
DEVELOPMENTAL/REPRODUCTIVE: Did not cause birth defects when tested in rats, mice, or rabbits.
Studies in rats show that inhalation produces fetal toxicity only at exposure levels that also produce maternal
toxicity.
REPRODUCTIVE EFFECTS DATA: Available.
ADDITIONAL DATA: Stimulants such as epinephrine may induce ventricular fibrillation. May cause birth
defects. Long, latent period may exist between exposure and symptom onset. This material does not
accumulate in the body and is readily eliminated.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
INHALATION:
SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: Several minutes of exposure to high, but attainable concentrations (over 1000
ppm) may cause central nervous system depression with effects such as dizziness, drowsiness, disorientation,
tingling, numbness or burning sensation of the hands and feet, impaired vision, nausea, headache, difficulty
breathing, cardiac arrhythmias, unconsciousness, irritation, irregular heartbeat, joint pain, loss of coordination,
hearing loss, lung congestion or even death.
LONG TERM EXPOSURE: impotence, bluish skin color, blood disorders, liver damage, cancer
SKIN CONTACT:
SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: Contact with vapor may cause irritation with redness and pain. Contact with
liquid may cause frostbite.
LONG TERM EXPOSURE: irritation, blisters
EYE CONTACT:
SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: Contact with vapor may cause irritation with redness and pain. Contact with
liquid may cause frostbite.
LONG TERM EXPOSURE: irritation, eye damage
INGESTION:
SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: frostbite
LONG TERM EXPOSURE: cancer

SECTION 12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

ECOTOXICITY DATA:
FISH TOXICITY: 388000 ug/L 10 month(s) LETH (Mortality) Northern pike (Esox lucius)
This material is practically non-toxic to fish on an acute basis (LC50 >100 mg/L).
INVERTEBRATE TOXICITY: 41.74 ug/L 72 day(s) (Residue) Mosquito (Culex pipiens quinquefasciata)
ALGAL TOXICITY: 41.74 ug/L 72 day(s) (Residue) Green algae (Oedogonium cardiacum)
FATE AND TRANSPORT:
BIODEGRADATION: Biodegradation may occur under anaerobic conditions (in the absence of oxygen).
PERSISTENCE: Tropospheric half-life is estimated to be 23 hour(s). If released to air, this material will remain
in the gas phase. If released to soil, volatilization will occur, but material that does not volatilize may be highly
mobile. If released to water, evaporation will occur.
BIOCONCENTRATION: Bioconcentration potential is low (BCF <100 or log Kow <3).

SECTION 13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

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Dispose in accordance with all applicable regulations. Hazardous Waste Number(s): D043. Dispose of in
accordance with U.S. EPA 40 CFR 262 for concentrations at or above the Regulatory level. Regulatory level0.2 mg/L. U043.

SECTION 14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION

U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Vinyl chloride, stabilized
ID NUMBER: UN1086
HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION: 2.1
LABELING REQUIREMENTS: 2.1
QUANTITY LIMITATIONS:
PASSENGER AIRCRAFT OR RAILCAR: Forbidden
CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY: 150 kg
CANADIAN TRANSPORTATION OF DANGEROUS GOODS:
SHIPPING NAME: Vinyl chloride, stabilized
UN NUMBER: UN1086
CLASS: 2.1

SECTION 15 REGULATORY INFORMATION

U.S. REGULATIONS:
CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4): Vinyl chloride: 1 LBS RQ
SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated.
SARA TITLE III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40): Not regulated.
SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21):
ACUTE: Yes
CHRONIC: Yes
FIRE: Yes
REACTIVE: Yes
SUDDEN RELEASE: Yes
SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40 CFR 372.65): Vinyl chloride
This product contains a toxic chemical or chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of
Title III of the Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 and 40 CFR 372.
OSHA PROCESS SAFETY (29CFR1910.119): Quantities of 10000 pounds or more are regulated.
STATE REGULATIONS: California Proposition 65:
Known to the state of California to cause the following: Cancer (Feb 27, 1987)
CANADIAN REGULATIONS:
This product has been classified in accordance with the criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR)
and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
WHMIS CLASSIFICATION: A, B1, D1A, D2A, D2B.
NATIONAL INVENTORY STATUS:
U.S. INVENTORY (TSCA): Listed on inventory.
TSCA 12(b) EXPORT NOTIFICATION: Not listed.

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CANADA INVENTORY (DSL/NDSL): Listed on DSL.

SECTION 16 OTHER INFORMATION

NFPA RATINGS (SCALE 0-4): HEALTH=2 FIRE=4 REACTIVITY=2
HMIS RATINGS (SCALE 0-4): HEALTH=2* FLAMMABILITY=4 REACTIVITY=2
This information is intended solely for the use of individuals trained in the NFPA and/or HMIS systems.
Rated using 2nd Edition HMIS Instructions.
Revise: 3
Date: August 20, 2009
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