Chem 112
1982
USA
Rest of the world
Bulk
HNS Spilt
AcrylonitrileLiquid
C3H3N
Amount Spilt (T)Unknown
CAS Number107-13-1
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DE
Physical Behaviour (SEBC code)
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Y
Pollution Category (MARPOL Annex 2)
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3
Class according to IMDG code
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6.1
Subsidiary Risk Class according to IMDG code
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Classification as Marine Pollutant
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ii, iii, vi
HNS Classification (2010 HNS Convention)
Fate and weathering facts observed/reported
Acrylonitrile is highly flammable, toxic and polymerizes violently. It has a flashpoint of 0ºC, which means that its vapours become flammable at any temperature above the freezing point of the water. Vapours also burn so rapidly that they appear to explode, specially in a confined area. It is toxic in both vapour and liquid form and can be lethal in high concentrations. The personnel from the chemical company monitored the atmosphere and the water. No traces of toxic fumes were recorded.