| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol | 【Synonyms】
4-Chloro-3,5-dimethylphenol
4-Chloro-3,5-xylenol
Chloroxylenol | 【CAS】
88-04-0 | 【Formula】
C8H9ClO | 【Molecular Weight】
156.61000000000001 | 【EINECS】
201-793-8 | 【RTECS】
ZE6850000 | 【RTECS Class】
Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Primary Irritant | 【Merck】
13,2194 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1862539 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-06-00-03152 | 【EC Index Number】
604-038-00-4 | 【EC Class】
Harmful; Irritant; Sensitising |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
White to cream colored crystals. | 【Solubility in water】
0.3 g/L | 【Melting Point】
114 - 116 | 【Boiling Point】
246 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.02 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.364 g/cm3 | 【pKa/pKb】
9.76 (pKa) | 【Partition Coefficient】
3.35 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
50.3 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Antiseptic and germicide. |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. | 【Inhalation】
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Causes irritation of the mucous membrane and upper respiratory tract. | 【Skin】
Causes skin irritation. May cause an allergic reaction in certain individuals. | 【Eyes】
Causes moderate eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 22 36/38 43 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 24 37 | 【UN (DOT)】
3335 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. | 【Exposure Effects】
Animal studies have reported that fetal effects/abnormalities may occur when maternal toxicity is seen. Laboratory experiments have resulted in mutagenic effects. | 【Poison Class】
3 |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
132 | 【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. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
3 | 【Stability】
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. Volatile in steam. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases. | 【Decomposition】
Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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