Material Safety Data Sheet NFPA HMIS Personal Protective Equipment 0 Health Hazard Fire Hazard 0 See Section 15. Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Common Name/ Trade Name Manufacturer Commercial Name(s) Synonym p-cresol Acetate SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC. 144 S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 9048 4-Acetoxytoluene; 4-Methylbenzoic acid methyl ester; 4-Methylphenylacetate; Acetic acid, 4-methylphenyl ester; Cresyl acetate; Narceol; p-acetoxytoluene; p-cresyl acetate; p-methyphenyl acetate; p-tolyl acetate; p-tolyl ethanoate; Paracresyl acetate Catalog Number(s). CAS# RTECS TSCA CI# T704 140-39-6 TSCA 8(b) inventory: p-cresol Acetate IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CHEMTREC (4hr) 800-44-9300 Page Number: 1 Chemical Name Chemical Family Chemical Formula Supplier Acetic acid, p-tolyl ester CH3COC6H4CH3 SPECTRUM LABORATORY PRODUCTS INC. 144 S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 9048 CALL (310) 516-8000 Section.Composition and Information on Ingredients Name CAS # Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m 3 ) STEL (mg/m 3 ) CEIL (mg/m 3 ) % by Weight 1) {p-}cresol Acetate 140-39-6 100 Toxicological Data on Ingredients p-cresol Acetate: ORAL (LD50): DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 1900 mg/kg [Rat]. Acute: 100 mg/kg [Rabbit]. Section 3. Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects Potential Chronic Health Effects Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion,. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
p-cresol Acetate Page Number: Section 4. First Aid Measures Eye Contact Skin Contact Serious Skin Contact Inhalation Serious Inhalation Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention. In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention. Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate medical attention. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention. Ingestion Serious Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data Flammability of the Product Auto-Ignition Temperature Flash Points Flammable Limits Products of Combustion Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Combustible. CLOSED CUP: 90 C (194 F). These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO). Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat. Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Fire Fighting Media and Instructions Fire Hazards Explosion Hazards SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet. COMBUSTIBLE. Section 6. Accidental Release Measures Small Spill Large Spill Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Combustible material. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
p-cresol Acetate Page Number: 3 Section 7. Handling and Storage Precautions Storage Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, alkalis. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame). Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls Personal Protection Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill Exposure Limits Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location. Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Vapor respirator is needed if ventilation is inadequate. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical state and appearance Liquid. Odor Molecular Weight ph (1% soln/water) 150.17 g/mole Taste Color Colorless. Boiling Point 10 C (410 F) -11 C. Melting Point Critical Temperature Specific Gravity 1.048 (Water = 1) Vapor Pressure Vapor Density Volatility Odor Threshold Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Ionicity (in Water) Dispersion Properties Solubility Section 10. Stability and Data Stability Instability Temperature Conditions of Instability Incompatibility with various substances Corrosivity The product is stable. Heat, ignition sources, incompatible materials Reactive with oxidizing agents, alkalis.
p-cresol Acetate Page Number: 4 Corrosivity Polymerization Will not occur. Section 11. Toxicological Information Routes of Entry Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans Other Toxic Effects on Humans Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans other Toxic Effects on Humans Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 1900 mg/kg [Rat]. Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 100 mg/kg [Rabbit]. Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator), of ingestion,. Acute Potential Health Effects: Skin: Causes skin irritation. It can be absorbed through the skin. Eyes: Causes eye irritation. Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Section 1. Ecological Information Ecotoxicity BOD5 and COD Products of Biodegradation Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation the Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise. The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself. Section 13. Disposal Considerations Waste Disposal Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental control regulations. Section 14. Transport Information DOT Classification Identification Not a DOT controlled material (United States). Not applicable. Special Provisions for Transport Not applicable.
p-cresol Acetate Page Number: 5 DOT Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms Federal and State Regulations California Proposition 65 Warnings Other Regulations TSCA 8(b) inventory: p-cresol Acetate FEMA: Generally Recognized as Safe List: Listed as p-tolyl Acetate FDA: Everything Added to Food in the United States: Listed as p-tolyl Acetate California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found. California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found. OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (9 CFR 1910.100). EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS No. 05-413-1). Canada: Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL). China: Listed on National Inventory. Japan: Listed on National Inventory (ENCS). Korea: Listed on Natioinal Inventory (KECI). Philippines: Listed on National Inventory (PICCS). Australia: Listed on AICS. Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada) CLASS B-3: Combustible liquid with a flash point between 37.8 C (100 F) and 93.3 C (00 F). CLASS D-B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC). DSCL (EEC) R- Harmful if swallowed. R36/37/38- Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. S6- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. HMIS (U.S.A.) Health Hazard Fire Hazard Personal Protection 0 h National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) Health 0 Flammability Specific hazard WHMIS (Canada) DSCL (Europe) TDG (Canada) ADR (Europe)
p-cresol Acetate Page Number: 6 Protective Equipment Gloves. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Splash goggles. Section 16. Other Information MSDS Code References Other Special Considerations C015 Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/11/006. Verified by Sonia Owen. Printed 9/11/006. CALL (310) 516-8000 Notice to Reader All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.