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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Ethyl 3-hydroxybenzoate(7781-98-8)

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
Ethyl 3-hydroxybenzoate
Synonyms
Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
Benzoic acid, m-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
m-Ethoxycarbonylphenol
CAS
7781-98-8
Formula
C9H10O3
Molecular Weight
166.18
EINECS
231-951-1
Beilstein/Gmelin
2208566
Beilstein Reference
4-10-00-00321

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
White powder.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
72 - 73
Boiling Point
282
Vapor Pressure
0.001 (25 C)
Density
1.068 g/cm3 (131 C)
pKa/pKb
9.19 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
2.42
Heat Of Vaporization
55.7 kJ/mol

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.
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 lids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
Causes irritation.
Skin
Causes irritation.
Eyes
Causes irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves.
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.
Exposure Effects
The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
130
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, strong reducing agents, strong acids.
Stability
No data.
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