ICSC 0822 - 2-(ACETYLOXY)BENZOIC ACID

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2-(ACETYLOXY)BENZOIC ACID	ICSC: 0822 (March 1998)
Acetylsalicylic acid 2-Acetoxybenzoic acid Aspirin

CAS #: 50-78-2

EC Number: 200-064-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.	NO open flames. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.	Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use ventilation (not if powder).	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	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	Nausea. Vomiting.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Well closed.
PACKAGING

2-(ACETYLOXY)BENZOIC ACID

ICSC: 0822

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE CRYSTALS OR WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. Chemical dangers The solution in water is a weak acid.	Formula: C₉H₈O₄ / CH₃COOC₆H₄COOH Molecular mass: 180.2 Decomposes at 140°C Melting point: 135°C Density: 1.4 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 15°C: 0.25 (poor) Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: ~ 0.004 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.19

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-WHITE CRYSTALS OR WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.

Chemical dangers
The solution in water is a weak acid.

Formula: C₉H₈O₄ / CH₃COOC₆H₄COOH
Molecular mass: 180.2
Decomposes at 140°C
Melting point: 135°C
Density: 1.4 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 15°C: 0.25 (poor)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: ~ 0.004
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.19

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Ingestion of large amounts could cause effects on the blood and central nervous system.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Ingestion of large amounts could cause effects on the blood and central nervous system.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Animal tests show that this substance possibly causes toxic effects upon human reproduction.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 5 mg/m³, as TWA

ENVIRONMENT

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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