2008-07-10 19:04:24 MSDS ****Section 1 - Chemical Product And Company Identification **** MSDS Name: 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid N-hydroxysuccinimide ester, 99+% Synonym: N-[(4-Hydroxyhydrocinnamoyl)oxy]succinimide; Succinimido-3-(4-hydroxyphenyl)propionate. Company: AboutChem.com **** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS **** +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ | CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# | |----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------| | 34071-95-9 |3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid N-hy| > 99 | 251-818-1 | +----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+ Hazard Symbols: XI Risk Phrases: 36/37/38 **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **** EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.Moisture sensitive. Potential Health Effects Eye: Causes eye irritation. Skin: Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated. Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May be harmful if swallowed. Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May be harmful if inhaled. Chronic: No information found. **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES **** Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid. Skin: In case of contact, flush skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops and persists. Wash clothing before reuse. Ingestion: If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Inhalation: If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively. **** 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. This material in sufficient quantity and reduced particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion. Extinguishing Media: Use extinguishing media most appropriate for the surrounding fire. **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES **** General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE **** Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing dust. Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Keep refrigerated. (Store below 4C/39F.) Store protected from moisture. **** 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 process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels. Exposure Limits CAS# 34071-95-9: 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 respirator use. **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES **** Physical State: Powder Color: off-white Odor: Not available. pH: Not available. Vapor Pressure: Not available. Viscosity: Not available. Boiling Point: Not available. Freezing/Melting Point: 133 - 135 deg C Autoignition Temperature: Not available. Flash Point: Not applicable. Explosion Limits, lower: Not available. Explosion Limits, upper: Not available. Decomposition Temperature: Solubility in water: Specific Gravity/Density: Molecular Formula: C13H13NO5 Molecular Weight: 263.25 **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY **** Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. May decompose on exposure to moist air or water. Conditions to Avoid: Dust generation, moisture, heat. Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents. Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** RTECS#: CAS# 34071-95-9 unlisted. LD50/LC50: Not available. Carcinogenicity: 3-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)propionic acid N-hydroxysuccinimide ester - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP. **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS **** Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION **** IATA Shipping Name: Not regulated. Hazard Class: UN Number: Packing Group: IMO Shipping Name: Not regulated. Hazard Class: UN Number: Packing Group: RID/ADR Shipping Name: Not regulated. Hazard Class: UN Number: Packing group: **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION **** European/International Regulations European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives Hazard Symbols: XI Risk Phrases: R 36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Safety Phrases: S 3 Keep in a cool place. S 7/8 Keep container tightly closed and dry. S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 34071-95-9: No information available. Canada None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list. CAS# 34071-95-9 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. US FEDERAL TSCA CAS# 34071-95-9 is not listed on the TSCA inventory. It is for research and development use only. **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION **** MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997 Revision #3 Date: 3/18/2003 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. 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