Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol(346-06-5)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity

Product Identification

Product Name
2-(Trifluoromethyl)benzyl alcohol
Synonyms
[2-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl]methanol
Benzenemethanol, 2-(trifluoromethyl)-
o-Trifluoromethylbenzyl alcohol
CAS
346-06-5
Formula
C8H7F3O
Molecular Weight
176.13
EINECS
206-467-9
Beilstein/Gmelin
2093714

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless liquid.
Solubility in water
Slightly soluble
Melting Point
4
Boiling Point
191
Vapor Pressure
0.33 kJ/mol
Density
1.32 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient
1.61
Heat Of Vaporization
45.2 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.47 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid.
Skin
Get medical aid. 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.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
No information found.
Inhalation
Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
Causes skin irritation.
Eyes
Causes eye irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R 36/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.
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.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
92
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
No data.
Incompatibilities
Oxidizing agents, reducing agents, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride.
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