PHENYLACETIC ACID | ICSC: 1260 (June 2006) |
Benzeneacetic acid Acetic acid, phenyl- Phenylethanoic acid 2-Phenylacetic acid |
CAS #: 103-82-2 |
EC Number: 203-148-6 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. | NO open flames. | Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
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 | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. |
According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING
Causes mild skin irritationCauses eye irritation Harmful to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and strong reducing agents. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
PHENYLACETIC ACID | ICSC: 1260 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C8H8O2 / C6H5CH2CO2H |
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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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations PHENYLACETIC ACID (JECFA Evaluation)