Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Stability and Reactivity Hazards Identification
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Methyl 5-chlorosalicylate(4068-78-4)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
Methyl 5-chlorosalicylate
Synonyms
2-Hydroxy-5-chlorobenzoic acid methyl ester
5-Chloro-2-hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester
5-Chlorosalicylic acid methyl ester
Benzoic acid, 5-chloro-2-hydroxy-, methyl ester
Methyl 2-hydroxy-5-chlorobenzoate
CAS
4068-78-4
Formula
C8H7ClO3
Molecular Weight
186.59
EINECS
223-778-5

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Solid.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
42 - 43
Boiling Point
261
Vapor Pressure
0.0075 (25 C)
Density
1.354 g/cm3 (20 C)
pKa/pKb
9.31 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
3.24
Heat Of Vaporization
51.8 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Seek medical treatment.
Inhalation
Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.
Skin
Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.
Eyes
Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Protective work clothing. Chemical protective gloves. Safety glasses or goggles.
Exposure Effects
Causes irritation of the eyes, skin and mucous membranes.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
111
Fire Fighting
Extinguish with carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.
Incompatibilities
Oxidizing agents.
Combustion Products
Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide. Hydrogen chloride (HCl).

Hazards Identification

EC Risk Phrase
R: 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S: 26 37
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