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n-DECYL ACRYLATE ICSC: 0368
May 2003
2-Propenoic acid, decyl ester
Acrylic acid, decyl ester
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CAS No: 2156-96-9
RTECS No: AS7400000
EC No: 607-133-00-9
    C13H24O2
Molecular mass: 212.4

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE
ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. NO open flames. Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION      
 
EXPOSURE      
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat. Local exhaust or breathing protection. Fresh air, rest.
Skin Redness. Pain. Protective gloves. Protective clothing. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes Redness. Pain. Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion Abdominal cramps. Burning sensation. Diarrhoea. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking liquid in covered containers. Complete protective clothing. Xi Symbol
N Symbol
R: 36/37/38-51/53
S: (2-)26-28-61
Note: A

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
NFPA Code: H2; F1; R0  

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
LIQUID

Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established.
MAK not established.

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

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract.


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Melting point: not available
Relative density (water = 1): 0.88
Solubility in water: poor
Flash point: 227°C o.c.
 

NOTES
Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health and environment. Many acrylates are known to cause skin sensitization; however there are no data on this specific substance, therefore utmost care must be taken.

IPCS
International
Programme on
Chemical Safety
WHO ILO UNEP EC Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety and the European Commission
© IPCS 2004
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