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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4-Methylbenzyl alcohol(589-18-4)

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
4-Methylbenzyl alcohol
Synonyms
(4-Methylphenyl)methanol
p-Tolyl alcohol
p-Tolylcarbinol
CAS
589-18-4
Formula
C8H10O
Molecular Weight
122.16
EINECS
209-639-1
RTECS
DO9370000
RTECS Class
Drug; Primary Irritant
Beilstein/Gmelin
1856550
Beilstein Reference
4-06-00-03171

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Needles or off-white crystalline powder.
Solubility in water
Slightly soluble
Melting Point
59
Boiling Point
217
Vapor Pressure
0.07 (25 C)
Density
0.978 g/cm3 (72 C)
Partition Coefficient
1.5
Heat Of Vaporization
48.1 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.5268 (26 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with 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. 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
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
May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
Causes severe skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
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
105
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
This material is probably combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

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