ETHYLHEXALDEHYDE | ICSC: 0621 (November 1997) |
Ethylhexanal 2-Ethylhexanal 2-Ethylcaproaldehyde Butyl ethyl acetaldehyde |
CAS #: 123-05-7 |
UN #: 1191 |
EC Number: 204-596-5 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Flammable. Above 46°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with hot surfaces. Above 46°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | Use powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Dry skin. Redness. See Inhalation. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Rest. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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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. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from acids, bases and oxidants. Cool. Well closed. | |
PACKAGING | |
Airtight. |
ETHYLHEXALDEHYDE | ICSC: 0621 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C8H16O / C4H9CH(C2H5)CHO |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations