SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 06/28/2005
Date Updated: 05/20/2004
Version 1.3
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name CINNAMALDEHYDE, 98+%, FCC
Product Number W228605
Brand ALDRICH
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Street Address 3050 Spruce Street
City, State, Zip, Country SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 314 771 5765
Emergency Phone: 414 273 3850 Ext. 5996
Fax: 800 325 5052
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
CINNAMALDEHYDE 104-55-2 No
Formula C9H8O
Synonyms Abion CA * Acrolein, 3-phenyl- * Aldehyd
skoricovy (Czech) * Benzylideneacetaldehyde *
Cassia aldehyde * Cinnamal * Cinnamic aldehyde *
Cinnamyl aldehyde * 3-Fenylpropenal (Czech) *
NCI-C56111 * Phenylacrolein * beta-Phenylcrolein
* 3-Phenylacrolein * 3-Phenylacrylaldehyde *
3-Phenylpropenal * 3-Phenyl-2-propenal *
2-Propenal, 3-phenyl- (9CI) * Zimtaldehyde
RTECS Number: GD6475000
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Irritant.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Risk of serious
damage to eyes.
Combustible.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 1
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 0
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 1
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 0
For additional information on toxicity, please refer to Section 11.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
ORAL EXPOSURE
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
INHALATION EXPOSURE
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give
artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
DERMAL EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious
amounts of water.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLAMMABLE HAZARDS
Flammable Hazards: Yes
FLASH POINT
160 藲F 71 藲C Method: closed cup
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
FIREFIGHTING
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus
and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Combustible liquid.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and
heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for
disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Do not breathe vapor. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Keep away from heat and open
flame.
Store at 2-8藲C
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Government approved respirator.
Hand: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye: Chemical safety goggles.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Section 9 - Physical/Chemical Properties
Appearance Physical State: Liquid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 132.16 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range 248 藲C 760 mmHg
MP/MP Range -7.5 藲C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density 4.6 g/l
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 1.048 g/cm3
Bulk Density N/A
Odor Threshold N/A
Volatile% N/A
VOC Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Viscosity N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Flash Point 160 藲F 71 藲C Method: closed cup
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Refractive Index 1.622
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes severe skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact: Causes severe eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material is extremely destructive to the tissue of
the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful
if inhaled.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing,
wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and
vomiting. To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical,
and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly
investigated.
TOXICITY DATA
Oral
Rat
2220 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Somnolence (general depressed activity).
Gastrointestinal:Hypermotility, diarrhea.
Oral
Mouse
2225 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Convulsions or effect on seizure threshold.
Behavioral:Ataxia. Lungs, Thorax, or Respiration:Respiratory
stimulation.
Intraperitoneal
Mouse
200 MG/KG
LD50
Intravenous
Mouse
75 MG/KG
LD50
Oral
Guinea pig
1160 mg/kg
LD50
Remarks: Behavioral:Coma.
IRRITATION DATA
Skin
Human
40 mg
48H
Remarks: Severe irritation effect
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - TERATOGEN
Species: Rat
Dose: 55 MG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
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Exposure Time: (7-17D PREG)
Result: Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Craniofacial
(including nose and tongue).
Species: Rat
Dose: 275 MG/KG
Route of Application: Oral
Exposure Time: (7-17D PREG)
Result: Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Musculoskeletal
system.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - MUTAGEN
Species: Mouse
Dose: 31500 UG/L
Cell Type: leukocyte
Mutation test: DNA inhibition
Species: Mouse
Dose: 31500 UG/L
Cell Type: leukocyte
Mutation test: Other mutation test systems
Species: Hamster
Dose: 50 UMOL/L
Cell Type: Embryo
Mutation test: Morphological transformation.
Species: Hamster
Dose: 15 MG/L
Cell Type: fibroblast
Mutation test: Cytogenetic analysis
Section 12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
APPROPRIATE METHOD OF DISPOSAL OF SUBSTANCE OR PREPARATION
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose
of this material. This combustible material may be burned in a
chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
DOT
Proper Shipping Name: Combustible liquid, n.o.s.
UN#: NA1993
Class: COMBUSTIBLE LIQUID
Packing Group: Packing Group III
Hazard Label: None
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Non-Hazardous for Air Transport: Non-hazardous for air
transport.
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
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Symbol of Danger: Xi
Indication of Danger: Irritant.
R: 41
Risk Statements: Risk of serious damage to eyes.
S: 26 39
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear
eye/face protection.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Irritant.
Risk Statements: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and
skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear
suitable protective clothing, gloves, and eye/face protection.
US Statements: Combustible.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
TSCA INVENTORY ITEM: Yes
CANADA REGULATORY INFORMATION
WHMIS Classification: This product has been classified in
accordance with the hazard criteria of the CPR, and the MSDS
contains all the information required by the CPR.
DSL: Yes
NDSL: No
Section 16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not
purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The
information in this document is based on the present state of our
knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to
appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any
guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc.,
shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or
from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice
or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale.
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