Product Name: Vinyl Acetate Monomer
Synonyms: Vinyl ethanoate, Acetic acid ethenyl ester
CAS Number: 108-05-4
Manufacturer: Sinopec
Recommended Use: Intermediate for polymers, adhesives, coatings
Emergency Contact: Refer to local emergency hotlines and company number
GHS Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 2), Acute toxicity (Category 4, inhalation and oral), Skin irritation (Category 2), Serious eye irritation (Category 2A), Carcinogenicity (Category 2)
Label Elements: Flame, Skull and Crossbones, Health hazard pictograms
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: Highly flammable liquid and vapor; Harmful if inhaled or swallowed; Causes skin and eye irritation; Suspected of causing cancer
Precautionary Statements: Avoid static discharge; Keep away from heat and sparks; Prevent inhalation of vapor or mist; Do not eat, drink, or smoke when using; Wear protective gloves, eye, and face protection; Wash exposed areas after handling
Chemical Name: Vinyl Acetate
Concentration: >99%
Impurities: Traces of water, acetic acid, polymerization inhibitors
Chemical Formula: C4H6O2
Molecular Weight: 86.09 g/mol
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, keep person at rest, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, seek medical attention for prolonged symptoms
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothes, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, seek medical advice if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, continue rinsing and obtain medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, get immediate medical help, never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
Most Important Symptoms: Respiratory tract irritation, skin redness, eye discomfort, drowsiness, headache, dizziness
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically, monitor for delayed pulmonary effects, consider risk of chemical pneumonitis
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder
Unsuitable Media: Do not use water jet, which can spread fire
Specific Hazards: Vapors may travel to ignition source, explosive mixtures with air, hazardous decomposition releases carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetic acid, and possible carbonyl compounds
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear, approach fire from upwind
Special Procedures: Cool containers with water spray, prevent runoff to drains, stay clear of tanks subject to explosion
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, eliminate ignition sources, provide adequate ventilation, use personal protection including gloves, goggles, and suitable respirator
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into sewers, basements, waterways; inform responsible authorities in case of large spill
Methods for Cleaning Up: Contain spilled material with non-combustible absorbents (sand, earth, vermiculite), collect and place into proper chemical waste containers, ventilate area, decontaminate spill site after material pickup
Handling: Work in well-ventilated areas, ground and bond containers and equipment to prevent static electricity buildup, avoid inhaling vapors and contact with skin or eyes, use explosion-proof electrical equipment, keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, or hot surfaces
Storage: Store in tightly sealed containers, keep in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, maintain away from direct sunlight, acids, oxidizing agents, and foodstuffs, use inhibitor to avoid polymerization, segregate from incompatible materials, regularly inspect containers for leaks
Occupational Exposure Limits: ACGIH TLV: 10 ppm (TWA), OSHA PEL: 10 ppm (TWA)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, closed systems
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), safety goggles or face shield, flame-resistant clothing, appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation inadequate
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face after handling, take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse, do not eat or drink in work area
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid
Odor: Sweet, fruity, irritating
Odor Threshold: 0.07 ppm
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: -93°C
Boiling Point: 72°C at 101.3 kPa
Flash Point: -8°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: High
Flammability: Highly flammable liquid and vapor
Explosion Limits: 2.6-13.4 vol% in air
Vapor Pressure: 125 mmHg at 20°C
Vapor Density: 3.0 (air = 1)
Relative Density: 0.933 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: 2.5 g/100 ml water at 20°C; miscible with most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): 0.73
Autoignition Temperature: 402°C
Decomposition Temperature: Not determined
Viscosity: 0.4 mPa.s at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Unstable under sunlight, heat, or if uninhibited; stable with proper inhibitors
Reactivity: Vigorous polymerization possible if heated, exposed to catalyst, or contaminants
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flame, direct sunlight, static discharge
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, strong alkalies, amines, peroxides, metal salts
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetic acid, irritating fumes
Hazardous Polymerization: May occur without inhibitor
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): 2920 mg/kg; LD50 (dermal, rabbit): >7486 mg/kg; LC50 (inhalation, rat, 4h): 11400 mg/m³
Chronic Effects: Occupational exposure linked to respiratory tract irritation, possible nervous system depression, skin sensitization, increased risk of carcinogenicity
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Symptoms: Cough, sore throat, redness, headache, drowsiness, dizziness
Carcinogenicity: IARC: 2B (possibly carcinogenic to humans), not listed by NTP
Mutagenicity: Not evidenced by available data
Reproductive Toxicity: No conclusive evidence in studies
Ecotoxicity: Moderately toxic to aquatic organisms; Fish LC50 (96h): 27-86 mg/L, Daphnia EC50 (48h): 18 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in water and soil with adequate oxygen; photodegrades in the atmosphere
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low, log Kow indicates limited bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: High, due to significant solubility and mobility in groundwater
Other Adverse Effects: Not identified apart from direct toxicity to aquatic life in case of accidental spill
Waste Treatment Methods: Incinerate under controlled conditions per regional and national regulations, neutralize small amounts with water for professional hazardous waste facility
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse thoroughly before recycling or disposal, treat as chemical waste
Precautions: Avoid release to environment, consult local water authority if discharging small quantities
Legal Requirements: Follow all regional, national, and international regulations for hazardous waste
UN Number: 1301
Proper Shipping Name: Vinyl Acetate Monomer, stabilized
Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: II
Labels: Flammable Liquid label required
Marine Pollutant: No
Special Precautions: Protect containers from physical damage, secure in upright position, avoid rough handling to prevent static discharge
US TSCA: Listed
EPCRA Section 302/304: Extremely Hazardous (TPQ: 500 lbs); reportable quantity: 5000 lbs
SARA 313: Listed as reportable for toxic release inventory
OSHA: Regulated hazardous chemical
EU Classification: F (Highly flammable), Xn (Harmful), Carc. Cat. 3
REACH: Registered substance
China Hazardous Chemicals Catalogue: Listed
Other Asia-Pacific Listings: Refer to local laws and guidance for handling, storage, and reporting thresholds
