Material Safety Data Sheet **** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION **** MSDS Name: Octanoic Acid, 99.5+% Catalog Numbers: AC167260000, AC167260025, AC167261000, AC167265000, AC167260025 Synonyms: Caprylic acid, octic acid, n-octoic acid, n-octylic acid Company Identification (Europe): Acros Organics BVBA Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a 2440 Geel, Belgium Company Identification (USA): Acros Organics One Reagent Lane Fairlawn, NJ 07410 For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01 For information in Europe, call: 0032(0) 14575211 For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300 For emergencies in Europe, call: 0032(0) 14575299 **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS **** +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ | CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 124-07-2 |Octanoic acid | 99.5 | 204-677-5 | +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ Hazard Symbols: C Risk Phrases: 34 **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Causes burns.Corrosive. Potential Health Effects Eye: Causes eye burns. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage. Skin: Causes skin burns. May cause skin burns. Causes severe skin irritation and burns. May cause skin rash (in milder cases), and cold and clammy skin with cyanosis or pale color. Ingestion: May cause severe and permanent damage to the digestive tract. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause perforation of the digestive tract. May cause systemic effects. Inhalation: Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Aspiration may cause respiratory swelling and pneumonitis. Causes irritation of mucous membrane. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. May cause systemic effects. Chronic: Chronic inhalation may cause effects similar to those of acute inhalation. Effects may be delayed. **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES **** Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed. Extensive irrigation with water is required (at least 30 minutes). Skin: Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Destroy contaminated shoes. Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Possible aspiration hazard. Get medical aid immediately. Inhalation: Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask. Notes to Physician: **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES **** General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. May accumulate static electrical charges, and may cause ignition of its own vapors. Extinguishing Media: Water may be ineffective. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES **** General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation. **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE **** Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well-ventilated area. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale. Use with adequate ventilation. Discard contaminated shoes. Storage: Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Corrosives area. **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION **** Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. Personal Protective Equipment 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: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR :1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use. 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. **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES **** Physical State: Liquid Appearance: after melting, clear slightly yellow Odor: Slightly unpleasant & irritating odor pH: Not available. Vapor Pressure: 0.05 hPa @ 20 C Vapor Density: 5.0 Evaporation Rate: Not available. Viscosity: mPas 20 deg C Boiling Point: 237 deg C @ 760.00mm Hg Freezing/Melting Point: 16 - 16.5 deg C Autoignition Temperature: 440 deg C ( 824.00 deg F) Flash Point: 130 deg C ( 266.00 deg F) Explosion Limits, lower: Not available. Explosion Limits, upper: Not available. Decomposition Temperature: Solubility: soluble in alcohol and ether Specific Gravity/Density: .9100g/cm3 Molecular Formula: C8H16O2 Molecular Weight: 144.21 **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY **** Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. Forms explosive mixtures with air (56&F/13&C). Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials. Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke and fumes. Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur. **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** RTECS#: CAS# 124-07-2: RH0175000 LD50/LC50: CAS# 124-07-2: Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Moderate; Oral, rat: LD50 = 10080 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = >5 gm/kg. Carcinogenicity: Octanoic acid - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Epidemiology: No information available. Teratogenicity: No information available. Reproductive Effects: No information available. Neurotoxicity: No information available. Mutagenicity: Sex chromosome loss and nondisjunction Yeast - Saccharomyces cerevisiae= 5 ppm Mutation test systems - not otherwise specified Non-mammalian species Cells =10 mmol/L. Other Studies: Standard Draize Test: Administration onto the skin (rabbit) = 500 mg (Moderate). **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** Ecotoxicity: Fish: Red killifish: LC50 = 57 mg/L; 96 Hr.; Unspecified **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS **** Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION **** US DOT Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, ACIDIC, ORGANIC, N.O.S.* Hazard Class: 8 UN Number: 3265 Packing Group: III Canadian TDG Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID NOS (OCTANOIC ACID) Hazard Class: 8(9.2) UN Number: UN1760 **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION **** US FEDERAL TSCA CAS# 124-07-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory. This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors. Clean Water Act: None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA. OSHA: None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA. STATE Octanoic acid is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ. California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed. European/International Regulations European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives Hazard Symbols: C Risk Phrases: R 34 Causes burns. Safety Phrases: S 25 Avoid contact with eyes. S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 124-07-2: 1 United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits Canada CAS# 124-07-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List. CAS# 124-07-2 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. Exposure Limits **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION **** MSDS Creation Date: 6/17/1999 Revision #1 Date: 8/02/2000 The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages. --------------------------------------------------------------------------------