ICSC 0295 - 3-METHYLCYCLOHEXANOL

3-METHYLCYCLOHEXANOL	ICSC: 0295 (December 2001)
m-Methylcyclohexanol 3-Hexahydromethylphenol m-Hexahydromethylphenol

CAS #: 591-23-1

EC Number: 209-709-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Above 62°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames. Above 62°C use a closed system and ventilation.	Use AFFF, alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Headache.	Use ventilation.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety spectacles.	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. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & 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.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Ventilation along the floor.
PACKAGING

3-METHYLCYCLOHEXANOL

ICSC: 0295

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS VISCOUS LIQUID. Physical dangers Chemical dangers	Formula: C₇H₁₄O Molecular mass: 114.2 Boiling point: 174°C Melting point: -5.5°C (cis-isomer) Melting point: -0.5°C (trans-isomer) Relative density (water = 1): 0.92 Flash point: 62°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 295°C

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS VISCOUS LIQUID.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers

Formula: C₇H₁₄O
Molecular mass: 114.2
Boiling point: 174°C
Melting point: -5.5°C (cis-isomer)
Melting point: -0.5°C (trans-isomer)
Relative density (water = 1): 0.92
Flash point: 62°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 295°C

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin. The vapour at high levels is irritating to the eyes and upper respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin. The vapour at high levels is irritating to the eyes and upper respiratory tract.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
This substance exists in two geometrical isomers (cis and trans) and can have an optical configuration.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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