ICSC 1345 - p-OCTYLPHENOL

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p-OCTYLPHENOL

ICSC: 1345
_{April 2005}

1-(p-Hydroxyphenyl)octane
Phenol, 4-octyl

CAS No: 1806-26-4
RTECS No: SM5787000
UN No: 2430

C₁₄H₂₂O
Molecular mass: 206.32

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
Inhalation	Burning sensation. Cough. Sore throat. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath.	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain. Skin burns.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.	Safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles. Sweep spilled substance into covered plastic containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Then wash away with plenty of water. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.	UN Hazard Class: 8 UN Pack Group: II	Marine pollutant.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-80GC4-II+III	Separated from strong reducing agents. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance WHITE CRYSTALS Chemical dangers The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic fumes. Reacts with reducing agents. Occupational exposure limits TLV not established. MAK not established.	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 corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 280°C Melting point: 44-45°C Density: 0.96 g/cm³ Solubility in water: none Relative vapour density (air = 1): 7.1 Flash point: 113°C c.c.	This substance may be hazardous in the environment; special attention should be given to fish.

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