MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET DIXIE CHEMICAL COMPANY, INC.
P.O. Box 130410
Houston, TX 77219-0410
(713) 863-1947
FAX: (713) 863-8316
SECTION 1 ?CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION
Trade Name: 1,2-Octanediol Date of Issue: June 30, 2004
Synonym: Octanediol, 1,2-Dihydroxyoctane Revised Date: May 3, 2006
Formula: C8H18O2
Chemical Family: Alcohol
Chemical Use: Chemical intermediate.
Telephone Number: Information (281) 474-3271
Emergency Number: Chemtrec (800) 424-9300 Domestic
(703) 527-3887 International
HMIS Hazard Rating
Health: 1 4 = Extreme
Fire: 1 3 = High
Reactivity: 0 2 = Moderate
PPE rating to be supplied by user 1 = Slight
depending on use conditions. 0 = Least
SECTION 3 ?HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation and central nervous system depression.
Skin Contact: May cause irritation.
Eye Contact: May cause irritation.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the mouth, throat, and gastrointestinal tract with nausea and
vomiting.
SECTION 3 ?COMPOSITION
Components Percentage TLV / PEL CAS #
1,2-Octanediol 98% Not Established 1117-86-8
SECTION 4 ?FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation: Remove victim to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. If not breathing,
administer artificial respiration. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact: Immediately remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wipe excess material from
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skin and flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Use soap if available or follow by
washing with soap and water. Do not reuse contaminated clothing without
laundering. Get medical attention.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Ingestion: Get medical attention immediately.
SECTION 5 ?FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media: Use water, foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide (CO2).
Special Firefighting Firefighters should wear NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus.
Procedures/Precautions: Responders should wear protective clothing to prevent skin contact. Move
containers from fire area. If unable to move, cool sealed containers with water.
Unusual Fire and Toxic vapors may be emitted upon thermal decomposition.
Explosion Information:
Environmental Note: Prevent entry into waterways. May be toxic to aquatic life.
SECTION 6 ?ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Protective Measures: Evacuate area of unprotected personnel. Eliminate sources of ignition. Stay
upwind and out of low areas. Wear personal protective equipment (See section 8) when responding to
spills.
Spill Management: Stop source of leak if safe to do so. Dike and contain spill. Use water spray
(fog) to reduce vapors. If vapor cloud forms, blanket area with water fog and foam. Use vacuum truck
or pump to storage/salvage vessels. Clean up residue with an absorbent such as clay, sand or other
suitable material and dispose of properly. Spray area with water to remove trace residue. Contain run-
off from residue flush and dispose of properly. Prevent entry into waterways, sewer, or confined areas.
Remove contaminated trace residues from soil and dispose of in same manner as material. For small
spills, clean up residue with an absorbent such as clay, sand or other suitable material. Place in non-
leaking container and dispose of material properly.
Disposal: Proper disposal should be evaluated based on regulatory status of this material (refer to
section 13).
SECTION 7 ?HANDLING AND STORAGE
Containers do not have to be grounded and bonded when material is transferred, but is recommended
as a good practice. Store in a cool, dry place. Keep away from heat, sparks, and flames.
SECTION 8 ?EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH approved respiratory protection for organic vapors.
Ventilation: Utilize local exhaust to control high vapor connections in confined areas.
Protective Gloves: Utilize appropriate impervious chemical gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical goggles and possibly a face shield. Have eyewash facilities readily
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available.
Other Protective Wear additional protective clothing to prevent skin contact. This may include
Equipment: chemical resistant boots and chemical resistant suits.
Work Practices: Use good personal hygiene practices. Wash hands before eating, drinking,
smoking or using toilet facilities. Promptly remove soiled clothing and wash
thoroughly before reuse. Shower after work using plenty of soap and water.
SECTION 9 ?PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling Point: 131-132癈 (268-270癋) at 10 mm Hg
Melting Point: 36-38癈 (97-100癋)
Molecular Weight: 146.23 AMU
Volatility/Vol. (%): Not Established
Viscosity: Not Established
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): Not Established
Vapor Density (Air = 1): >1
Solubility in H2O: Not Established
Appearance/Odor: Light yellow to colorless liquid or white solid / No specific odor.
Odor Threshold: Not Established
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1): Not Established
pH: Not Established
Evap. Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1): Negligible.
Flash Point: 113癈 (235癋) Closed cup.
Lower Explosive Limit: Not Established
Upper Explosive Limit: Not Established
Autoignition Temperature: Not Established
SECTION 10 ?STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable.
Conditions to Avoid: Sources of ignition and incompatibles.
Incompatible Materials: Acid Chlorides, Acid Anhydrides, Oxidizing Agents, Chloroformates,
and Reducing Agents.
Decomposition Products: Oxides of carbon.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
SECTION 11 ?TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Carcinogenicity listed by: NTP: No IARC: No OSHA: No
1,2-Octanediol TLV: N.E. STEL: N.E.
ACGIH
1,2-Octanediol PEL: N.E. STEL: N.E.
OSHA
The toxicological effects of this material have not been thoroughly investigated.
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SECTION 12 ?ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Not established.
SECTION 13 ?DISPOSAL INFORMATION
Place in a city, state, or federally permitted disposal facility. Handle in accordance with all applicable
regulations.
SECTION 14 ?TRANSPORTATION INFORMATION
US DOT:
Proper Shipping Name: Not hazardous per DOT.
Primary Hazard Class: Not Applicable.
Secondary Hazard Class: Not Applicable.
Identification Number: Not Applicable.
Packing Group: Not Applicable.
Reportable Quantity: Not Applicable.
Marine Pollutant: Not Applicable.
Label(s) Required: Not Applicable.
SECTION 15 ?REGULATORY INFORMATION
All substances are listed on, or are exempt from reporting.
TSCA:
TSCA 12(b) Export Notification: Not Listed
California Proposition 65: Not Listed
SARA Hazard Notification:
Hazard Categories Under Title III: None.
Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances: Not Listed
Section 313 Toxic Chemicals: Not Listed
CERCLA RQ: Not Listed
European Regulations:
EINECS Number: 214-254-7
Canadian Regulations:
This substance is listed on the DSL.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations and MSDS contains all the information required by the Controlled Products Regulations.
Australian Regulations:
This substance is listed on the AICS.
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Korean Regulations:
ECL Number: KE-26617
ASIA-PACIFIC Regulations:
This substance is listed on the ASIA-PAC.
SECTION 16 ?OTHER INFORMATION
PPE Codes (NPCA-HMIS)
A ?Glasses G ?Glasses, Gloves, Vapor Respirator
B ?Glasses, Gloves H ?Goggles, Gloves, Apron, Vapor Respirator
C ?Glasses, Gloves, Apron I ?Glasses, Gloves, Dust/Vapor Respirator
D ?Faceshield, Gloves, Apron J ?Goggles, Gloves, Apron, Dust/Vapor Respirator
E ?Glasses, Gloves, Dustmask K ?Supplied Air, Gloves, Full Protective Suit, Boots
F ?Glasses, Gloves, Apron, Dust Respirator
Disclaimer
The information contained in the Material Safety Data Sheet is based on technical data that Dixie Chemical
Company believes to be reliable and is provided to our customers at no cost. It is intended for use by persons
having technical skill and at their own discretion and risk. Dixie Chemical Company will assume no liability
in connection with any uses of this information and no warranties, expressed or implied, are made with
regards to this information since conditions of use are outside Dixie Chemical Company's control.
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