| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
Acetic acid benzyl ester | 【Synonyms】
Acetic acid benzyl ester
Acetic acid phenylmethyl ester
Benzyl ethanoate
Phenylmethyl acetate | 【CAS】
140-11-4 | 【Formula】
C9H10O2 | 【Molecular Weight】
150.18 | 【EINECS】
205-399-7 | 【RTECS】
AF5075000 | 【RTECS Class】
Tumorigen; Mutagen; Human Data; Primary Irritant | 【Merck】
13,1125 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1908121 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-06-00-02262 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Colorless liquid, jasmine-like odor. | 【Solubility in water】
Insoluble | 【Melting Point】
-51 | 【Boiling Point】
206 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.2 (20 C) | 【Density】
1.040 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Partition Coefficient】
1.96 | 【Usage】
In perfumery, solvent for cellulose acetate and nitrate. | 【Vapor Density】
5.1 | 【Refractive Index】
1.5232 (20 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | 【Inhalation】
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | 【Skin】
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. | 【Eyes】
Causes eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May cause central nervous system effects and/or neurological effects. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 36/37/38 40 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 26 36/37/39 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions. | 【Exposure Effects】
May cause cancer according to animal studies. | 【Poison Class】
4 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
95 | 【Autoignition】
460 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | 【Upper exp. limit】
8.4 | 【Lower exp. limit】
.9 | 【Fire Potential】
This chemical is combustible. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
1 | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases, reducing agents. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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