2-HYDROXYETHYLUREA

Basic Info

Chemical Name	2-HYDROXYETHYLUREA
Synonyms	Monoethylolurea; hydroxyethylurea; Monoethanolurea; (2-Hydroxyethyl)urea; Hydrovance; 1-Ethanolurea; 2-Hydroxyethylurea; 2-hydroxyethyl-urea; 1-(2-Hydroxyethyl)urea; Expand
CAS No.	2078-71-9
Molecular Formula	C3H8N2O2
Molecular Weight	104.10800
PSA	75.35000
LogP	-0.26180

Numbering system

RTECS number	YT4907000
MDL number	MFCD00059080
PubChem number	24879427

Properties

Appearance & Physical State	White, fine, free-flowing powder
Density	1.222 g/cm3
Boiling Point	254.3ºC at 760 mmHg
Melting Point	164-169ºC
Flash Point	107.6ºC

Safety Info

RTECS	YT4907000
Safety Statements	26-36/37/39
HS Code	2924199090
WGK Germany	3
Risk Statements	R36/37/38

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1.Identification

1.1 GHS Product identifier

Product name	2-HYDROXYETHYLUREA

1.2 Other means of identification

Product number	-
Other names	2-Hydroxyethylurea

1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use

Identified uses	For industry use only.
Uses advised against	no data available

1.4 Supplier's details

Company	MOLBASE (Shanghai) Biotechnology Co., Ltd.
Address	Floor 4 & 5, Building 12, No. 1001 North Qinzhou Road, Xuhui District, Shanghai, China
Telephone	+86(21)64956998
Fax	+86(21)54365166

1.5 Emergency phone number

Emergency phone number	+86-400-6021-666
Service hours	Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours).

2.Hazard identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Skin irritation, Category 2

Eye irritation, Category 2

Specific target organ toxicity – single exposure, Category 3

2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements

Pictogram(s)
Signal word	Warning
Hazard statement(s)	H315 Causes skin irritation H319 Causes serious eye irritation H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statement(s)
Prevention	P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Response	P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/... P321 Specific treatment (see ... on this label). P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/…if you feel unwell.
Storage	P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal	P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification

none

3.Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substances

Chemical name	Common names and synonyms	CAS number	EC number	Concentration
2-HYDROXYETHYLUREA	2-HYDROXYETHYLUREA	2078-71-9	none	100%

4.First-aid measures

4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures

General advice

Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.

If inhaled

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

In case of skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.

In case of eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

If swallowed

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed

no data available

4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary

no data available

5.Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media

Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical

no data available

5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.

6.Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust. For personal protection see section 8.

6.2 Environmental precautions

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up

Pick up and arrange disposal. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

7.Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed. For precautions see section 2.2.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.

8.Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters

Occupational Exposure limit values

no data available

Biological limit values

no data available

8.2 Appropriate engineering controls

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and at the end of workday.

8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)

Eye/face protection

Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin protection

Wear impervious clothing. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.

Respiratory protection

Wear dust mask when handling large quantities.

Thermal hazards

no data available

9.Physical and chemical properties

Physical state	White, fine, free-flowing powder
Colour	no data available
Odour	no data available
Melting point/ freezing point	-68°C(lit.)
Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range	234°C/1mmHg(lit.)
Flammability	no data available
Lower and upper explosion limit / flammability limit	no data available
Flash point	147°C(lit.)
Auto-ignition temperature	no data available
Decomposition temperature	no data available
pH	no data available
Kinematic viscosity	no data available
Solubility	no data available
Partition coefficient n-octanol/water (log value)	no data available
Vapour pressure	no data available
Density and/or relative density	1.222 g/cm3
Relative vapour density	no data available
Particle characteristics	no data available

10.Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

no data available

10.2 Chemical stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

no data available

10.4 Conditions to avoid

no data available

10.5 Incompatible materials

no data available

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

no data available

11.Toxicological information

Acute toxicity

Oral: no data available
Inhalation: no data available
Dermal: no data available

Skin corrosion/irritation

no data available

Serious eye damage/irritation

no data available

Respiratory or skin sensitization

no data available

Germ cell mutagenicity

no data available

Carcinogenicity

no data available

Reproductive toxicity

no data available

STOT-single exposure

no data available

STOT-repeated exposure

no data available

Aspiration hazard

no data available

12.Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity to fish: no data available
Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: no data available
Toxicity to algae: no data available
Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available

12.2 Persistence and degradability

no data available

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

no data available

12.4 Mobility in soil

no data available

12.5 Other adverse effects

no data available

13.Disposal considerations

13.1 Disposal methods

Product

The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.

Contaminated packaging

Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.

14.Transport information

14.1 UN Number

ADR/RID: UN1760

IMDG: UN1760

IATA: UN1760

14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name

ADR/RID: CORROSIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.

IMDG: CORROSIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.

IATA: CORROSIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

ADR/RID: 8

IMDG: 8

IATA: 8

14.4 Packing group, if applicable

ADR/RID: II

IMDG: II

IATA: II

14.5 Environmental hazards

ADR/RID: no

IMDG: no

IATA: no

14.6 Special precautions for user

no data available

14.7 Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code

no data available

15.Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question

Chemical name	Common names and synonyms	CAS number	EC number
2-HYDROXYETHYLUREA	2-HYDROXYETHYLUREA	2078-71-9	none
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS)			Not Listed.
EC Inventory			Not Listed.
United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory			Not Listed.
China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015			Not Listed.
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC)			Not Listed.
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS)			Not Listed.
Vietnam National Chemical Inventory			Not Listed.
Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC)			Listed.

16.Other information

Information on revision

Creation Date	Aug 11, 2017
Revision Date	Aug 11, 2017

Abbreviations and acronyms

CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
IATA: International Air Transportation Association
TWA: Time Weighted Average
STEL: Short term exposure limit
LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
EC50: Effective Concentration 50%

References

IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website: http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en
CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg
Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website: http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/

Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.

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Section I.Chemical Product and Company Identification
    Chemical Name 2-Hydroxyethylurea
    Portland OR
    Synonym        Not available.
    Chemical Formula        C3H8N2O2
    2078-71-9
    CAS Number

Section II.        Composition and Information on Ingredients
    Chemical Name        CAS Number Percent (%)        TLV/PEL        Toxicology Data
    2-Hydroxyethylurea        2078-71-9        Min. 98.0 (N) Not available.        Not available.

Section III. Hazards Identification
    No specific information is available in our data base regarding the toxic effects of this material for humans. However,
    Acute Health Effects
    exposure to any chemical should be kept to a minimum. Skin and eye contact may result in irritation. May be harmful if
    inhaled or ingested. Always follow safe industrial hygiene practices and wear proper protective equipment when handling
    this compound.
    Chronic Health Effects        CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
    Repeated or prolonged exposure to this compound is not known to aggravate existing medical conditions.

Section IV.        First Aid Measures
    Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
    Eye Contact
    minutes. Get medical attention.
    In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
    Skin Contact
    before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
    If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
    Inhalation
    waistband. If breathing is difficult, oxygen can be administered. Seek medical attention if respiration problems do not
    improve.
    Ingestion        INDUCE VOMITING by sticking finger in throat. Lower the head so that the vomit will not reenter the mouth and throat.
    Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
    resuscitation. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication that the toxic
    material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive.

Section V.        Fire and Explosion Data
    Not available.
    May be combustible at high temperature.        Auto-Ignition
    Flammability
    Flash Points        Flammable Limits        Not available.
    Not available.
    Combustion Products        These products are toxic carbon oxides (CO, CO2), nitrogen oxides (NO, NO2).
    Fire Hazards
    Not available.
    Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
    Explosion Hazards
    Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
    Fire Fighting Media
    SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
    LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. DO NOT use water jet.
    and Instructions
    Consult with local fire authorities before attempting large scale fire-fighting operations.
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    2-Hydroxyethylurea

Section VI.        Accidental Release Measures
    Spill Cleanup        Use a shovel to put the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning the spill by rinsing any
    contaminated surfaces with copious amounts of water. Consult federal, state, and/or local authorities for assistance on
    Instructions
    disposal.

Section VII. Handling and Storage
    Handling and Storage        Keep away from heat. Mechanical exhaust required. When not in use, tightly seal the container and store in a dry, cool
    place. Avoid excessive heat and light. Do not breathe dust.
    Information
    Always store away from incompatible compounds such as oxidizing agents.

Section VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
    Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended
    Engineering Controls
    exposure limits. If user operations generate dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants
    below the exposure limit.
    Splash goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
    Personal Protection
    specialist BEFORE handling this product. Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator or equivalent.
    Exposure Limits        Not available.

Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
    Solid. (White crystal.)        Solubility
    Physical state @ 20°C        Soluble in water.
    Not available.
    Specific Gravity
    104.11
    Molecular Weight        Partition Coefficient        Not available.
    Boiling Point        Not available.        Vapor Pressure        Not applicable.
    93°C (199.4°F)        Not available.
    Melting Point        Vapor Density
    Not available.        Volatility        Not available.
    Refractive Index
    Not available.
    Critical Temperature        Not available.        Odor
    Viscosity        Not available.        Taste        Not available.

Section X.        Stability and Reactivity Data
    Stability
This material is stable if stored under proper conditions. (See Section VII for instructions)
    Conditions of Instability        Avoid excessive heat and light.
    Incompatibilities
    Reactive with oxidizing agents.

Section XI. Toxicological Information
    YT4907000
    RTECS Number
    Routes of Exposure        Eye Contact. Ingestion. Inhalation.
    Not available.
    Toxicity Data
    Chronic Toxic Effects        CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
    DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
    Repeated or prolonged exposure to this compound is not known to aggravate existing medical conditions.
    Acute Toxic Effects        No specific information is available in our data base regarding the toxic effects of this material for humans. However,
    exposure to any chemical should be kept to a minimum. Skin and eye contact may result in irritation. May be harmful if
    inhaled or ingested. Always follow safe industrial hygiene practices and wear proper protective equipment when handling this
    compound.

Section XII.        Ecological Information
    Not available.
    Ecotoxicity
    Not available.
    Environmental Fate
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    2-Hydroxyethylurea

Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
    Waste Disposal        Recycle to process, if possible. Consult your local regional authorities. You may be able to dissolve or mix material with a
    combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber system. Observe all
    federal, state and local regulations when disposing of the substance.

Section XIV. Transport Information
    Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
    DOT Classification
    PIN Number        Not applicable.
    Proper Shipping Name        Not applicable.
    Packing Group (PG)        Not applicable.
    DOT Pictograms

Section XV. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
    TSCA Chemical Inventory        This product is NOT on the EPA Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) inventory. The following notices are required by 40
    CFR 720.36 (C) for those products not on the inventory list:
    (EPA)
    (i) These products are supplied solely for use in research and development by or under the supervision of a technically
    qualified individual as defined in 40 CFR 720.0 et sec.
    (ii) The health risks of these products have not been fully determined. Any information that is or becomes available will be
    supplied on an MSDS sheet.
    WHMIS Classification        Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
    (Canada)
    EINECS Number (EEC)        Not available.
    EEC Risk Statements        Not available.

SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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