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4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide(14191-95-8)

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Product Identification

Product Name
4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide

Synonyms
2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acetonitrile
4-Hydroxybenzeneacetonitrile
4-Hydroxybenzyl-cyanide
Benzeneacetonitrile, 4-hydroxy-
p-Hydroxybenzyl-cyanide
p-Hydroxyphenylacetonitrile

CAS
14191-95-8

Formula
C8H7NO

Molecular Weight
133.15

EINECS
238-046-0

RTECS
AM0530000

RTECS Class
Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin
1934470

Beilstein Reference
4-10-00-00554

EC Class
harmful

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Yellow solid.

Solubility in water
Slightly soluble

Melting Point
68 - 71

Boiling Point
330

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. SPEED IS ESSENTIAL. A DOCTOR MUST BE NOTIFIED AT ONCE.

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
Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

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

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Ingestion
May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. May cause cardiac disturbances. May cause tissue anoxia, characterized by weakness, headache, dizziness, confusion, cyanosis, weak and irregular heart beat, collapse, unconsciousness, convulsions, coma and death. May cause central nervous system effects.

Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion.

Skin
May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found.

Eyes
May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase
R 20/21/22 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)
3276

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

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 protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Poison Class
1 (Extremely strong toxins)

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
178

Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Fire Potential
Non-Combustible