Alfa Aesar/Avocado Organics - Material Safety Data Sheet B20832
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE AND SUPPLIER
Name On Label : 1-(4-Methylphenyl)ethanol
Product Number : B20832
Supplier :
Johnson Matthey Catalog Company Inc.
30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, Massachusetts, 01835-8099
Emergency Telephone Number: (978) 521-6300; CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Alternative Names : 1-(p-Tolyl)ethanol
2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS
Name : 1-(4-Methylphenyl)ethanol
MinorImpurities : Not determined
CAS Number : 536-50-5
EINECS Number : 2086378
EEC Number :
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Designation :
No specific hazard
Risk Phrases
R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. Seek medical advice if symptoms persist.
Eye Contact
Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.
Skin Contact
Wash affected area with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly.
Ingestion
Rinse out mouth and drink lots of water. If unusual symptoms are observed, seek
medical advice.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extiguishing Medium
Use fire fighting measures which suit the environment and take into account
other materials which may be involved. In general, water-based extinguishers
should not be used for fires involving organic materials. Use carbon dioxide or
dry powder.
Protective Equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Hazardous Products of Combustion May Include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Protection
Wear protective equipment including rubber gloves, and eye protection. Keep
unprotected persons away.
Environmental Protection
Take precautions to ensure product does not enter the drainage system.
Collection
Mix with vermiculite or proprietary absorbent material and transfer to sealed
containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Chemicals should be used only by those trained in handling potentially
hazardous materials. Rubber gloves, eye protection and protective clothing
should be worn. Operations should be carried out in an efficient fume hood or
equivalent system.
Storage
Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool place.
Protect from moisture.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory
Avoid inhalation of product. Handle in an efficient fume hood or equivalent
system.
Eye
Avoid eye contact. Wear safety spectacles or goggles.
Hands and Body
Avoid skin contact. Wear rubber gloves and protective clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : Liquid
Physical Constants: b.p. 218-220掳
Molecular Formula : C9H12O
Formula Weight : 136.19
Water Solubility :
Density : Not available
Flash Point : Not available
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
12. ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS
General
Take care to prevent chemicals from entering the ground, water courses or
drainage systems.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal
Disposal should be via an approved contractor and should take full account of
local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number :
Land Transport
ADR/RIC Code/Class: Not Restricted
Maritime Transport IMDG Code/Class : Not Restricted
Air Transport IATA Code/Class : Not Restricted
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CAS Number : 536-50-5
EINECS Number : 2086378
EEC Number :
UN Number : None
RTECS Number : DO4565000
Hazard Indication :
No specific hazard
Risk and Safety Phrases
Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
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.
TSCA: Listed substance.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
It must be recognised that the physical and chemical properties of any product
may not be fully understood and that new, possibly hazardous products may
arise from reactions between chemicals. The information given in this data sheet
is based on our present knowledge and shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual
relationship.
Date of Last Review: 3rd August 1998
Date Printed : 18th September 1998
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