MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET RESORCINOL
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 6940-5
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION Reactivity: Air and light sensitive. Avoid temperatures
above 127 掳C, exposure to air, light, moisture. Avoid gener-
Chemical Name and Synonyms: Resorcinol; ation of dust, all incompatible materials.
1,3-Benzenediol; 1,3-Dihydroxybenzene Hazardous Decomposition Products: COx
Chemical Family: Aromatic alcohol
FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Chemical Formula: C6H4(OH)2
Product Use: Laboratory reagent
Flammability: May be combustible if strongly heated.
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name and Address: Compound is hygroscopic so is not likely form explosive
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. dust clouds
40 Armstrong Avenue Extinguishing Media: Water spray or fog, dry chemical,
Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4R9 CO2. Use water as spray or fog to minimize dust, absorb
heat, cool containers, flush spill away from ignition sources
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101
and disperse vapours. Water gently applied as a fine spray
Fax No: (905) 877-6666
or fog, may cause frothing, which will blanket and smother
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 the fire. FIrefighters should wear protective equipment (pos-
itive-pressWater spray or fog can be used to disperse dust
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS and vapours, cool containers. Firefighters must wear pro-
tective equipment (positive-pressure, full face-piece
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No. self-contained breathing apparatus), and clothing (chemical
splash suit) sufficient to prevent inhalation of dusts or fumes
3
Resorcinol 99 45 mg/m 108-46-3
and contact with skin and eyes. Closed containers may rup-
ture violently in heat of fire; withdraw immediately in case of
PHYSICAL DATA rising sound or discoloration of container.
Flash Point (Method Used): 127掳C (CC)
Physical State: Solid
Autoignition Temperature: 608掳C
Odour and Appearance: White needle-like crystals, or
flakes or powder, becoming pink on exposure to light and air Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not available
or by contact with iron. Slight characteristic aromatic odour. Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): 1.4% @ 200 掳C
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not available
Hazardous Combustion Products: COx
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): 1 mm Hg at 21掳C
Sensitivity to Impact: None Identified
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not applicable
Sensitivity to Static discharge: Hygroscopic and unlikely
Evaporation Rate: No data to form fine airborne dusts. Therefore not be expected to ac-
Boiling Point (degrees C): 280掳C, but volatilizes at lower cumulate an electrostatic charge.
temperatures and is slightly volatile with steam.
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
Melting Point (degrees C): 110掳C
pH: 5.2 (concentrated aqueous solution)
Toxicological Data:
Specific Gravity: 1.272 @ 15掳C
LD50: (oral, rat) 301 mg/kg; (dermal, rabbit 3,600 mg/kg
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: logP (oct) = 0.80
LC50: Not available
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION
Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
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Inhaled: Toxic. Does not readily form vapour. Mist or dust
T.D.G. Class: 6.1
can be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respira-
Pkg. Group: III tory tract. No irritation was reported by workers exposed to
10 ppm for thirty minutes.
REACTIVITY DATA In contact with skin: Dry powder may cause mild irritation.
Contact with broken skin can cause ulceration. Solutions of
Chemical Stability: Stable, hygroscopic. Turns pink when
3 -25% can be severely irritating to skin, causing redness,
exposed to air, light or on contact with iron.
itching, pain, possible ulceration. Not likely to be absorbed
Incompatibility with other substances: Increased risk of
in sufficient amounts to cause toxicity. May cause allergic
fire and explosion with strong oxidizers. Reacts vigorously,
skin reaction.
with evoltuion of heat, with strong bases. May react violently
In contact with eyes: No human information available.
wiwth acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, acetanilide, albumin,
Solid or solutions will probably cause severe irritation, cor-
alkalies, antipyrine, camphor, iron and iron salts, menthol,
neal damage, even blindness, based on animal studies.
spirit nitrous ether, urethane.
Ingested: Toxic, based on animal information. May cause
irritation and burns to mouth and throat. Symptoms of sys-
RESORCINOL
MSDS
CODE: 6940-5
temic poisoning are dizzines, drowsiness, hypothermia, drop Store away from incompatible materials Keep containers
in blood pressure, decreased respiration, tremors, destruc- tightly closed when not in use and when empty. Protect
tion of red blood cells. from damage, and inspect frequently fot signs of leaking.
Limit amount of material in storage. Keep storage area sep-
arated from populated work areas.
Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:
Prolonged exposure may damage blood, spleen, kidneys, FIRST AID MEASURES
liver, cardiac and respiratory systems with lung edema and
emphysema, and central and peripheral nervous systems Specific Measures:
with paralysis, behavioural changes, convulsions, coma.
Eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with gently running water for
Carcinogenicity: Not carcinogenic in animal studies at least twenty (20) minutes, holding eyelids open while
(IARC, 1977, 1987, Journal of the American College of Toxi- flushing. Take care not to flush contaminated water into un-
cology, 1986) affected eye. Wear gloves to prevent contact during first aid
Teratogenicity: Negative in animal testing (Journal of the procedures. Obtain medical attention immediately.
American College of Toxicology, 1986). No human informa- Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Brush or wipe off
tion available. dry material. Wash skin with plenty of water until no evi-
Reproductive Effects: There is no human or animal infor- dence of chemical remains. If irritation develops get
mation available. medical attention.
Mutagenicity: Test results inconclusive. No human infor- Inhalation: Remove from exposure, rest and keep warm.
mation available. Available information does not suggest Give oxygen for breathing difficulty. Obtain medical atten-
mutagenicity. tion immediately.
Synergistic Products: None known Ingestion: If the casualty is alert and NOT convulsing,
wash out mouth thoroughly and give 1 to 2 glasses of water
PREVENTIVE MEASURES to drink, If spontaneous vomiting occurs, rinse mouth and
repeat administration of water. If breathing is difficult, or skin
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation required
is a bluish colour, give oxygen. Obtain medical attention im-
Respiratory Protection: Dust/mist mask. Use in a mediately.
fumehood. Up to 10x TLV, or the maximum use specified by
the respirator supplier, whichever is lowest, NIOSH ap- REFERENCES USED
proved half- face dust/mist filter respirator. Up to 50x TLV, or
CCINFO disc: Cheminfo
the maximum use specified by the respirator supplier, which-
ever is lowest, NIOSH approved full face-piece dust/mist Budavari: The Merck Index, 12th ed., 1997
filter respirator. Higher or unknown concentrations, or for Sax, Lewis: Hawley鈥檚 Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th
fire or spill conditions, self-contained breathing apparatus, or
ed., 1987
full face-piece, positive-pressure supplied-air respirator.
Sax: Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials, 5th ed.,
Eye Protection: Goggles and/or face shield.
1989
Skin Protection: Natural or nitrile rubber , neoprene, or
Royal Society of Chemistry: Chemical Safety Data Sheets,
PVC gloves. Other impervious protective clothing sufficient
Vol 4B, 1991
to prevent contact.
Other Personal Protective Equipment: An eyewash and Suppliers鈥? Material Safety Data Sheets
safety shower should be nearby and ready for use.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Leak and Spill Procedure: Evacuate area. Eliminate all
ignition sources. Cleanup personnel must be thoroughly
Date Issued: August 6, 1991
trained in the handling of hazardous products and in the
Revision: January 2008
hazards of this particular product, and must wear protective
equipment and clothing sufficient to prevent inhalation of MSDS: 6940-5
dust or fumes, and contact with skin and eyes. Contain with
WHMIS Designation: D1B; D2B
inert adsorbent and collect in a manner that does not raise
dust, for re-use or disposal. Protect from entering sewers,
Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
storm drains, or other waterways. Wash area of spill thor-
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained
oughly with copious amounts of running water.
herein is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty
Contaminated adsorbent may pose the same hazards as the
material; treat with caution. with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reli-
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local ance thereon. Such information is solely for your consider-
regulations for disposal. ation, investigation, and verification.
Handling Procedures and Equipment: TOXIC; EYE IRRI-
TANT. Workers handling this product must be thoroughly
trained in its hazards and its safe use, and must wear appro-
priate protective equipment and clothing. Prevent release of
vapours, mists or dusts into workplace air. Avoid all contact
and inhalation. Use the smallest amount possible for the
purpose in a designated area with appropriate ventilation.
Keep containers closed when not in use and when empty.
Empty containers may contain hazardous residues; treat
with caution.
Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled contain-
ers, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight.
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