SIGMA-ALDRICH
Material Safety Data Sheet
Date Printed: 17/NOV/2004
Date Updated: 14/MAR/2004
Version 1.1
According to 91/155/EEC
1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name 1-EICOSANOL, 98%
Product Number 234494
Company Sigma-Aldrich Pty, Ltd
Unit 2, 14 Anella Avenue
Castle Hill NSW 1765
Technical Phone # +61 2 9841 0555
Fax +61 2 9841 0500
Emergency Phone # +61 2 9841 0566
2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name CAS # EC no Annex I
Index Number
1-EICOSANOL 629-96-9 211-119-4 None
Formula C20H42O
Molecular Weight 298.56 AMU
3 - Hazards Identification
4 - First Aid Measures
AFTER INHALATION
If inhaled, remove to fresh air.
AFTER SKIN CONTACT
Flush skin with water.
AFTER EYE CONTACT
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts
of water for at least 15 minutes.
AFTER INGESTION
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is
conscious. Call a physician.
5 - Fire Fighting Measures
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate
foam. Water spray.
SPECIAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT FOR FIREFIGHTERS
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
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
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate
area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact
with eyes, skin, and clothing.
STORAGE
Conditions of Storage: Keep container closed. Store in a cool
dry place.
8 - Exposure Controls / Personal Protection
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
Mechanical exhaust required. Safety shower and eye bath.
GENERAL HYGIENE MEASURES
Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash contaminated clothing before
reuse.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory Protection: Government approved respirator.
Hand Protection: Rubber gloves.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles.
9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance Color: White
Form: Powder
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
pH N/A
BP/BP Range N/A
MP/MP Range 63 藲C
Flash Point N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Oxidizing Properties N/A
Explosive Properties N/A
Explosion Limits N/A
Vapor Pressure < 0.1 mmHg 20 藲C
SG/Density N/A
Partition Coefficient N/A
Viscosity N/A
Vapor Density 7.4 g/l
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
Evaporation Rate N/A
Bulk Density N/A
Decomposition Temp. N/A
Solvent Content N/A
Water Content N/A
Surface Tension N/A
Conductivity N/A
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Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Multiple Routes: May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or
skin absorption. May cause irritation.
12 - Ecological Information
No data available.
13 - Disposal Considerations
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn
in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and
scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental
regulations.
14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR
Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG
Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA
Non-hazardous for air transport.
15 - Regulatory Information
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
S-PHRASES: 22 24/25
Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
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.
Copyright 2004 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
paper copies for internal use only.
DISCLAIMER
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For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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