Product Name: Tetramethoxymethylglycoluril
Chemical Family: Urea Derivative
Synonyms: TMMGU
Recommended Use: Crosslinking agent for coatings, adhesives, and resins
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CAS Number: 3089-11-0
GHS Classification: Skin sensitizer (Category 1), Eye irritant (Category 2A), Acute toxicity – Oral (Category 4)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Harmful if swallowed. May cause allergic skin reaction. Causes serious eye irritation.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Health hazard
Precautionary Statements: Wear protective gloves, avoid breathing dust, wash hands thoroughly after handling, do not eat, drink, or smoke while using.
Other Hazards: Dust may produce respiratory irritation.
Chemical Name: Tetramethoxymethylglycoluril
CAS Number: 3089-11-0
Concentration: >98% (by weight)
Impurities: Trace formaldehyde (<0.1%), methanol residues (<0.5%)
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with water for at least 15 minutes, wash with soap, seek help for persistent irritation.
Eye Contact: Flush with running water for at least 15 minutes, lift eyelids occasionally, obtain medical attention
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, do not induce vomiting, call poison control or physician.
Most Important Symptoms: Eye and skin irritation, redness, possible allergic reaction, nausea from ingestion.
Recommendations for Medical Attention: Treat symptomatically, monitor for delayed allergic reactions, follow up as necessary.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water streams may spread material
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes of formaldehyde and nitrogen oxides during combustion
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Special Procedures: Ventilate area, prevent runoff into water sources, use water spray to cool surfaces exposed to flames
Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, formaldehyde, nitrogen oxides
Personal Precautions: Avoid dust formation, wear skin and eye protection, use respiratory protection if ventilation inadequate
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so, avoid discharge into drains, sewers, or rivers
Cleanup Methods: Sweep up and shovel material in dry state, collect in suitable containers for disposal, ventilate area, wash spill site with plenty of water
Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations, do not allow product to contaminate groundwater
Other Information: Report large releases to local authorities if required by law
Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, minimize dust generation and accumulation, avoid inhalation and contact with skin or eyes, keep containers tightly closed, wash hands thoroughly after use
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, and well-ventilated place, keep away from heat, sparks, open flame, protect from moisture, store away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers and acids
Packaging Materials: Use original containers or containers made of high-density polyethylene or steel
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, bases, oxidizing agents, water-reactive materials
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific OELs for Tetramethoxymethylglycoluril; monitor for formaldehyde and methanol if suspected
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, process enclosures, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety glasses or goggles, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile recommended), long-sleeved protective clothing, dust mask or respirator if exposure limits are exceeded
Hygiene Measures: Always wash with soap and water before eating or smoking, follow company safety protocols, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Monitoring Procedures: Regular air monitoring recommended where dust or vapors may occur
Appearance: White, crystalline powder
Odor: Slightly formaldehyde-like
Melting Point/Freezing Point: 120–140°C
Boiling Point: Not applicable (decomposes)
Flammability: Not highly flammable; combustible
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Solubility: Moderately soluble in water
Density: Approx. 1.2 g/cm³
pH: Approx. 6–8 (10% solution)
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: >150°C
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Viscosity: Not applicable
Explosive Properties: Does not present an explosive hazard
Oxidizing Properties: Not oxidizing
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of handling and storage
Reactivity: No hazardous reactions known under normal use
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, open flame, contact with water, moisture, incompatible materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids and alkalis, water-reactive substances
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, formaldehyde, nitrogen oxides
Polymerization: Will not occur under recommended handling and storage conditions
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity (oral): LD50 (rat) estimated at 1,200 mg/kg
Skin Contact: May cause irritation, sensitization possible
Eye Contact: Causes serious irritation, redness, discomfort
Inhalation: Dust may irritate respiratory tract, coughing, sneezing
Chronic Effects: Prolonged exposure may cause allergic skin reaction, dermatitis
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity: No information available
Reproductive Toxicity: No information available
Ecotoxicity: Product has low acute toxicity to aquatic organisms, but persistent formaldehyde traces may present hazards in high concentrations
Mobility in Soil: Moderately mobile due to solubility, risk of leaching if spilled
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to degrade over time, breakdown products include urea derivatives, methanol, formaldehyde
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low, not expected to accumulate in aquatic organisms
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid discharge to surface water, sewage systems may not remove all contaminants
Disposal Methods: According to local, state, and federal regulations; incineration preferred for contaminated waste
Container Disposal: Rinse containers thoroughly, dispose as hazardous waste if contaminated
Waste Codes: Not specifically assigned; handle as hazardous chemical waste
Precautions for Disposal: Prevent environmental contamination, avoid unintentional releases
Recycling: Unused product may be eligible for recycling, defer to national regulations
UN Number: Not regulated under major shipping agencies (IATA, IMDG, DOT)
Proper Shipping Name: Not assigned
Hazardous Class: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Protect from moisture, seal packages tightly, avoid container breakage
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Bulk Transport: Not subject to bulk transport regulations
TSCA Status: Listed on U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
ECHA/REACH Status: Registered for use in EU under REACH, subject to notification requirements
SARA Title III Sections 311/312: Acute health hazard
SARA Title III Section 313: Contains formaldehyde, a reportable substance at trace levels
California Prop 65: Not currently listed, monitor for regulatory updates
Other National Inventories: Listed in Canada DSL/NDSL, Australia AICS, Korea ECL, Japan ENCS
Workplace Labeling: Clearly label workplace containers, include hazard statements and safe handling instructions