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VANILINICSC: 1740 (November 2009)
4-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde
2-Methoxy-4-formylphenol
Vanillic aldehyde
CAS #: 121-33-5
EC Number: 204-465-2

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible.  Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  NO open flames.  Prevent deposition of dust. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.  Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide.   

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough.  Avoid inhalation of dust.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin     Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness.  Wear safety goggles.  Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

WARNING
May be harmful if swallowed
Harmful to aquatic life 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and halogens. 
PACKAGING
 
VANILIN ICSC: 1740
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE-TO-YELLOW CRYSTALLINE POWDER WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces irritating fumes. Reacts violently with halogens, strong bases and strong oxidants. 

Formula: C8H8O3
Molecular mass: 152.14
Boiling point: 285°C
Melting point: 81-83°C
Density: 1.06 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 1.0
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: (negligible)
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.2
Flash point: 153°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: >400°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.21  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
 

Effects of short-term exposure
 

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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