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ACRYLIC ACID

Synonyms Acroleic acid;ethylene carboxylic acid; 2-propenic


acid;2-propenic Acid;propenic acid; vinyl formic acid.
UN. No : 2218
CHris Code : ACR
2 3
Formula : C H COOH
Appearance-Odor : Colorless liquid; acid odor.
Boiling Point : 141C/ 286F
Freezing Point : 8C/ 46F
Specific Gravity : 1.05
Chemical Family : Organic acid
Vapor Pressure(20C) : 3.1
Pollution Category –USEPA :
IMO :D
Reid Vapor Pressure(psia) : 0.2
Applicable Bulk reg.46 Subchapter :O
Vapor pressure 46C(psia) : 0.4
Solubility in water : Complete
Vapor Density(air= 1.0) : 2.48

Fire & Explosion Hazard Data


Grade-D : Combustible liquid.
Electrical Group :D

General:
Presents no special fire or explosion hazard because of its relatively high flash point and low vapor pressure.
Poisonous gases may be produced in a fire.
Flash Point (F) : 130
Flammable Limits : Unavailable
Auto igniting Temp.(F) : 835
2
Extinguishing Agents : Water, dry chemical, and alcohol foam, Co .

Special fire Procedures:


Use of CO2 where it could blanket the vapor space of a container is not recommended.
A fire involving a spill outside of tanks could be extinguished with dry chemical.
Wear full protective clothing, eye protection and self contained breathing apparatus.
Health Hazard Data
Health hazard Rating : 3,3,2
Odor Threshold(ppm) : Unavailable
PEL/TWA(ppm) : 10/skin
TLV/TWA(ppm) : 10*

General
Acrylic acid, when in contact with skin or eyes, may result in a burn upon short contact.
Vapor may present an inhalation hazard from single exposures; irritating to eyes, nose and throat.

Symptoms:
Vapors are capable of causing definite skin or eye irritation, nasal irritation and lachrymation.
Short Exposure Tolerance: 0.5 ppm

Exposure Procedure :
If contact with skin or eye occurs, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes.
get medical attention promptly. immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Reactivity
Stability: Polymerizes readily. Should be inhibited to insure safety and stability during storage or handling.

Compatibility:
Material: Severely corrodes iron and steel, Glass, low carbon content stainless steel and high purity
aluminum are Recommended for containment in order stated.
Cargo: Group 4 of compatibility chart.
See also appendix 1- exceptions to the chart.

Spill or Leak Procedure


If possible, wear rubber gloves, face shield, protective clothing, body shield and
self-contained breathing apparatus should be available.
If possible, cover contaminated surfaces and spill with large quantities of soda ash or sodium bicarbonate.
Mix and add water if needed for good mixing. scoop up slurry.
Wash site with soda ash solution.
remarks:* Proposed change in TLV to 2ppm , with "skin" notation.

Operational Problem/Hazards
High corrosive liquid, Highly irritant vapor. Product is unstable and compatibility with other products should be
checked. Due to freezing point , Heating may be required. Keep away from excessive adjacent heat.
Nitrogen blanket and/or vent line desiccator may be required Clear line with Nitrogen.
Personnel Protection
Total protection suits and breathing apparatus. Restrict personnel on deck.
Secure accommodation and recirculate air.
Use Closed method of ullaging.

Vapor return system : YES

Tank Cleaning
Gas free or inert tank, Alternatively cold salt water flushed to remove residues.
Cold salt water pre-wash for minimum 1.5 hours. Hot salt water wash, 5 ft. half hour drops.
Ventilate Fresh water Rinse, Educt and Mop.
Note :
Heating : external heating only. Inhibitor amount/ brand must be made known to USCG.
Remark; this is strictly and dangerous cargo if polymerizing takes place. Check double check before booking
/carriage.
1. All tanks need to be stripped as per P & A manual. Shortly after discharge all tanks are to be rinsed with
clean ambient fresh water (nor ship channel water) to dilute any remaining acid by a minimum of 10 parts
water to 1 part acid. This mixture is to remain in the tank until it is cleaned at sea (salt water OK) as
per MARPOL regulation. Alternatively this fresh water/acid mixture may be transferred into another SS tank
or empty (rinsed) acid tank so the tank may be cleaned in port. Under no circumstances is the fresh
water/acid mixture to be mixed with any other slop onboard (except for other Acrylic Acid slops). After
initial rinsing and transfer of slops the Acrylic Acid tank may be cleaned in port with salt or channel water
collecting slops onboard along with any other compatible slops. This cargo can polymerize violently if
contaminated or if exposed to freezing (12-14C) or excessive heat(45C) so utmost care needs to be
taken when handling or cleaning from this cargo.
2. If heating coils not been used for heating, remove blind and thoroughly flush the coils with fresh water.
3. Steam line systems ensure to flush at all drain cocks and plugs.
4. Dry tank and lines.

POTENTIAL HAZARDS

FIRE OR EXPLOSION
Flammable/combustible material; may be ignited by heat sparks or flames.
Vapors may travel to a source of ignition and flash back.
Container may explode violently in heat of fire.
Vapor explosion and poison hazard indoors, outdoors or sewers
Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard.

HEALTH HAZARDS
May be poisonous if inhaled.
Contact may cause burns to skin and eyes.
Fire may produce irritating or poisonous gases.
Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution

EMERGENCY ACTION
Keep unnecessary people away; isolate hazard area and deny entry. Stay upwind; keep out of low areas
Positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) and structural firefighters’ protective clothing
will provide limited protection.
Isolate for 1/2 mile in all directions if tank, rail car or tank truck is involved in fire.
CALL CHEMTREC AT 1-800-424-9300 FOR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE.
If water pollution occurs, notify the appropriate authorities.

FIRE
Some of these materials may react violently with water.
Small Fires: Dry chemical, Co2, water spray or regular foam.
Large Fires:
Water spray ,fog or regular foam. Move container from fire area if you can do it without risk.
Do not get water inside container apply cooling water to sides of containers that are exposed to flames until
well after fire is out. Stay away from ends of tanks.
Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from venting safety device or any discoloration of tank due to
fire.

SPILL OR LEAK
Shut off ignition sources; no flares, smoking or flames in hazard area
Do not touch or walk through spilled material; Stop leak if you can do it without risk
Use water spray to reduce vapor; do not get water inside container.
Small spills:
Take up with sand or other noncombustible absorbent
Material and place into containers for later disposal.
Large spills: Dike far ahead of liquid spill for later disposal

FIRST AID
Move victim to fresh air and call emergency medical care; if not breathing, give artificial respiration;
if breathing is difficult, give oxygen. in case of contact with material, immediately flush skin or eyes with
running water for at least 15 minutes.
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes at the site
Keep victim quiet and maintain normal body temperature

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