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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: 4-Ethylphenol, 97%
Catalog Numbers:
AC118820000, AC118820010, AC118820050, AC118821000, AC118822500
Synonyms:
1-Ethyl-4-Hydroxybenzene; para-Ethylphenol; 4-Hydroxyphenylethane; an
alkylphenol.
Company Identification:
Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 123-07-9 |
4-Ethylphenol |
97 | 204-598-6 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: colorless liquid.
Caution! May cause eye and skin irritation. May
cause respiratory and digestive tract irritation.
Target Organs: None.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
Not available.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
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.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or regular foam.
Flash Point: 100 deg C ( 212.00 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
2 - health, 1 - flammability, 0 - instability
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry,
closed container for disposal.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| 4-Ethylphenol
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
4-Ethylphenol:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
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:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: colorless
Odor: phenol-like
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 0.13 mmHg @ 20
Vapor Density: 4.2
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 218 - 219 deg C @ 760.00mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point:42 - 45 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Slightly soluble.
Specific Gravity/Density:Not available.
Molecular Formula:C8H10O
Molecular Weight:122.17
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Light.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 123-07-9:
SL4040000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 123-07-9:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No data available.
Teratogenicity:
No data available.
Reproductive Effects:
No data available.
Mutagenicity:
No data available.
Neurotoxicity:
No data available.
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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No information available.
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
| Shipping Name: |
ALKYLPHENOLS, SOLID, N.O.S. |
ALKYLPHENOLS SOLID NOS (4-ETHYLPHENOL) |
| Hazard Class: |
8 |
8 |
| UN Number: |
UN2430 |
UN2430 |
| Packing Group: |
III |
III |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 123-07-9 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 123-07-9: immediate.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 123-07-9 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
XN
Risk Phrases:
R 20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
S 36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 123-07-9: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 123-07-9 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
not available.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 11/05/1997
Revision #4 Date: 12/20/2006
The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best
information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of
merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to
such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users
should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the
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the possibility of such damages.
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