International Chemical Safety Cards
MELAMINE
2,4,6-Triamino-1,3,5-triazine
1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6-triamine
Cyanurotriamide
C3H6N6
Molecular mass: 126.1
CAS # 108-78-1
RTECS # OS0700000
ICSC # 1154
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TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING |
| FIRE |
Combustible under specific conditions. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
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NO open flames.
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Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
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| EXPLOSION |
Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.
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Prevent deposition of dust; closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
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| EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
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| INHALATION |
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Ventilation (not if powder). Avoid inhalation of fine dust and mist.
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Fresh air, rest.
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| SKIN |
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Protective gloves.
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Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
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| EYES |
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Safety spectacles.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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| INGESTION |
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
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Rinse mouth.
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| SPILLAGE DISPOSAL |
STORAGE |
PACKAGING & LABELLING |
Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
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| SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK |
| ICSC: 1154 |
Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 | | |
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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS TO WHITE CRYSTALS.
PHYSICAL DANGERS:
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.
CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic and irritating fumes including hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, and ammonia.
OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.
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ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.
INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.
EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
The substance may have effects on the kidneys. | |
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
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Melting point: <250°c
Relative density (water = 1): 1.6
Solubility in water: poor |
Vapour pressure, kPa at 315°C: 6.7
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.3
Auto-ignition temperature: >500°C | |
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
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| N O T E S |
| Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated. Cymel, Teoharn, Theoharn, Virset 656-4 are trade names.
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| ADDITIONAL INFORMATION |
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| ICSC: 1154 |
MELAMINE |
| © IPCS, CEC, 1993 | |
| IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: |
Neither the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. | |
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