Nitromethane
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Synonyms & Trade Names
NitrocarbolPhysical Description
Colorless, oily liquid with a disagreeable odor.Molecular Weight
61.0Boiling Point
214°FFreezing Point
-20°FSolubility
10%Vapor Pressure
28 mmHgIonization Potential
11.08 eVSpecific Gravity
1.14Flash Point
95°FUpper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
7.3%Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Amines; strong acids, alkalis & oxidizers; hydrocarbons & other combustible materials; metallic oxides [Note: Slowly corrodes steel & copper when wet.]Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
dermatitis; In Animals: irritation eyes, respiratory system; convulsions, narcosis; liver damageTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, central nervous system, liverPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet (flammable)
Change:No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
OSHA
Up to 750 ppm:
(APF = 25) Any supplied-air respirator operated in a continuous-flow mode£
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece
(APF = 50) Any supplied-air respirator with a full facepiece
Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus
Escape:
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division