Ethylidene norbornene

  • 5-Ethylidene-2-norbornene
  • 5-Ethylidenebicyclo[2.2.1]hep-2-ene
  • ENB
  • 5-Ethylidene-8,9,10-Trinorborn-2-ene
Formula C9H12
Structure
Description Colorless liquid with an odor of turpentine. A mixture of endo and exo isomers.
Uses As third monomer in epdm (ethylene-propylene diene monomer) elastomers.

Registry Numbers and Inventories.
CAS 16219-75-3
EC (EINECS/ELINCS) 240-347-7
EC Risk Phrase R 10
EC Safety Phrase S 9 16 33
RTECS RB9450000
RTECS class Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Primary Irritant
UN (DOT) 1993
Beilstein/Gmelin 2039935
Beilstein Reference 6-05
Swiss Giftliste 1 G-4690
Canada DSL/NDSL DSL
US TSCA Listed
Austrailia AICS Listed
New Zealand Listed
Japan ENCS (MITI) Listed
Korea ECL Listed

Odor Threshold Odor threshold 0.014 ppm
Properties.
Formula C9H12
Formula mass 120.21
Melting point, °C -80
Boiling point, °C 146
Vapor pressure, mmHg 4.6 (20 C)
Vapor density (air=1) 4.14
Density 0.896 g/cm3 (20 C)
Solubility in water Insoluble
Refractive index 1.4912 (20 C)
Partition coefficient, pKow 3.38
Heat of vaporization 36.7 kJ/mol
Heat of combustion -5250 kJ/mol

Hazards and Protection.
Storage Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area. Store under nitrogen.
WHMIS B2 D1A D2B
Handling Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Protection Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
Small spills/leaks Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
Stability May react with oxygen in the air.
Incompatibilities Oxygen, strong oxidizing agents.
Decomposition Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Fire.
Flash Point,°C 38
Upper exp. limit, % 6.4
Lower exp. limit, % 0.9
Fire fighting Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Water may be ineffective in extinguishing fire. Do NOT use straight streams of water. In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam.
Fire potential Flammable liquid and vapor.
Hazards Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.
Combustion products Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
NFPA Health 2
  Flammability 2  
  Reactivity 0  

Health.
Exposure limit(s) TLV: 5 ppm; 25 mg/m3 (as CEILING) (ACGIH 1991-1992). NIOSH REL: C 5 ppm (25 mg/m3)
Poison_Class 4
Exposure effects
   Ingestion Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
   Inhalation Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Inhalation of vapors will cause coughing or breathing difficulty. Aspiration may cause severe pneumonia.
   Skin Causes mild skin irritation.
   Eyes Causes mild eye irritation. Contact may cause transient eye irritation. This product rated 1 on rabbit eyes (Toxicology of the Eye).

First aid
 
   Ingestion If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
   Inhalation Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
   Skin Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
   Eyes Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Transport.
UN number 1993
Response guide 128
Hazard class 3
Packing Group I; II; III  
USCG CHRIS Code ENB  
USCG Compatatibility Group 30 Olefins
IMO Chemical Code 17
IMO Pollution Category B
IMO Hazard code S/P