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n-HEPTANOIC ACID
ICSC: 1179
Peer-Review Status: 26.10.1994 Validated
Enanthic acid
n-Heptylic acid
n-Heptoic acid 
CAS #: 111-14-8 RTECS #: MJ1575000
UN #: 3265
EC #: 607-196-00-2
EINECS #: 203-838-7
 		    Formula: CH3(CH2)5COOH/C7H14O2
Molecular mass: 130.2

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.  NO open flames.  Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION      
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! AVOID ALL CONTACT!   
Inhalation Burning sensation. Cough. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Vomiting. Wheezing. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Skin burns. Pain. Blisters.  Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.  Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Abdominal cramps. Further see Inhalation.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Rest. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.  Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
EC Classification
Symbol: C; R: 34; S: (1/2)-26-28-36/37/39-45 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 8 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
  Separated from bases and food and feedstuffs. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
CLEAR OILY LIQUID. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol. 

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 223°C
Melting point: -7.5°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.9
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 0.24 (poor)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 78°C: 133.3
Flash point: >110°C c.c.  		 

NOTES
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort.
Rest and medical observation is therefore essential. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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