SIGMA-ALDRICH
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Date Printed: 10/11/2007
Date Updated: 01/29/2006
Version 1.6
Section 1 - Product and Company Information
Product Name TRANS,TRANS-2,4-HEXADIEN-1-OL, 97%
Product Number 183059
Brand ALDRICH
Company Sigma-Aldrich
Address 3050 Spruce Street
SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 US
Technical Phone: 800-325-5832
Fax: 800-325-5052
Emergency Phone: 314-776-6555
Section 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredient
Substance Name CAS # SARA 313
TRANS,TRANS-2,4-HEXADIEN-1-OL 17102-64-6 No
Formula C6H10O
Synonyms Hexacose * Hexadenol * 2,4-Hexadienol * Hexakose
* Hexene-ol * Hexenol * 1-Hydroxy-2,4-hexadiene *
Sorbic alcohol * Sorbinic alcohol * Sorbyl alcohol
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic (USA) Harmful (EU).
Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to skin.
Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Combustible.
HMIS RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 1
NFPA RATING
HEALTH: 2
FLAMMABILITY: 2
REACTIVITY: 1
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 skin contact, flush with copious amounts of water for
at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Call a physician.
EYE EXPOSURE
In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of
water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by
separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
FLASH POINT
161.6 藲F 72 藲C Method: closed cup
AUTOIGNITION TEMP
N/A
FLAMMABILITY
N/A
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA
Suitable: For small (incipient) fires, use media such as
"alcohol" foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. For large
fires, apply water from as far as possible. Use very large
quantities (flooding) of water applied as a mist or spray; solid
streams of water may be ineffective. Cool all affected
containers with flooding quantities of water.
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.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S)
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, rubber boots, and heavy
rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP
Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid
raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material
pickup is complete.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
HANDLING
User Exposure: Avoid breathing dust. Avoid contact with eyes,
skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE
Suitable: Keep tightly closed. Keep away from heat and open
flame. Handle and store under nitrogen.
SPECIAL REQUIREMENTS
Air and light sensitive. Handle and store under inert gas.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls / PPE
ENGINEERING CONTROLS
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Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Respiratory: Use respirators and components tested and approved
under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN
(EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are
appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143)
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: Solid
Property Value At Temperature or Pressure
Molecular Weight 98.15 AMU
pH N/A
BP/BP Range 80 藲C 12 mmHg
MP/MP Range 31 藲C
Freezing Point N/A
Vapor Pressure N/A
Vapor Density N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc. N/A
SG/Density 0.871 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 161.6 藲F 72 藲C Method: closed cup
Explosion Limits N/A
Flammability N/A
Autoignition Temp N/A
Refractive Index 1.492
Optical Rotation N/A
Miscellaneous Data N/A
Solubility N/A
N/A = not available
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
STABILITY
Stable: Stable.
Conditions of Instability: May discolor on exposure to air.
Conditions to Avoid: Light.
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, Acid chlorides, Acid
anhydrides.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
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HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact: Causes skin irritation.
Skin Absorption: Harmful if absorbed through skin.
Eye Contact: Causes severe eye irritation.
Inhalation: Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed.
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
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: Toxic solids, organic, n.o.s.
UN#: 2811
Class: 6.1
Packing Group: Packing Group III
Hazard Label: Toxic substances.
PIH: Not PIH
IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Toxic solid, organic, n.o.s.
IATA UN Number: 2811
Hazard Class: 6.1
Packing Group: III
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
EU ADDITIONAL CLASSIFICATION
Symbol of Danger: Xn
Indication of Danger: Harmful.
R: 21/22-38-41
Risk Statements: Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Irritating to skin. Risk of serious damage to eyes.
S: 26-36-39
Safety Statements: In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear
suitable protective clothing. Wear eye/face protection.
US CLASSIFICATION AND LABEL TEXT
Indication of Danger: Toxic (USA) Harmful (EU).
Risk Statements: Harmful in contact with skin and if swallowed.
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Irritating to 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 and eye/face protection.
US Statements: Combustible.
UNITED STATES REGULATORY INFORMATION
SARA LISTED: No
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: No
NDSL: Yes
Section 16 - Other Information
DISCLAIMER
For R&D use only. Not for drug, household or other uses.
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 2007 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited
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