Alfa Aesar/Avocado Organics - Material Safety Data Sheet A13146
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE AND SUPPLIER
Name On Label : 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid
Product Number : A13146
Supplier :
Johnson Matthey Catalog Company Inc.
30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, Massachusetts, 01835-8099
Emergency Telephone Number: (978) 521-6300; CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Alternative Names :
2,2-Dimethylglycolic acid; 2-Methyllactic acid
2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS
Name : 2-Hydroxyisobutyric acid
MinorImpurities : Not determined
CAS Number : 594-61-6
EINECS Number : 2098488
EEC Number :
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Designation :
IRRITANT
Risk Phrases
R36/37/38
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult give oxygen and
seek medical attention.
Eye Contact
Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If
irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and
water. Rinse thoroughly. If irritation persists or other
symptoms are observed, seek medical advice.
Ingestion
Rinse out mouth and drink lots of water. In case of irritation
or other symptoms, seek medical attention.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extiguishing Medium
Use fire fighting measures which suit the environment and take
into account other materials which may be involved. In general,
water-based extinguishers should not be used for fires involving
organic materials. Use carbon dioxide or dry powder.
Protective Equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Hazardous Products of Combustion May Include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Protection
Wear protective equipment including rubber gloves, and eye
protection. Keep unprotected persons away.
Environmental Protection
Take precautions to ensure product does not contaminate the
ground or enter the drainage system.
Collection
Mix with vermiculite or proprietary absorbent material and
transfer to sealed containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Chemicals should be used only by those trained in handling
potentially hazardous materials. Rubber gloves, eye protection
and protective clothing should be worn. Operations should be
carried out in an efficient fume hood or equivalent system.
Storage
Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool place.
Protect from moisture.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory
Avoid inhalation of product. Handle in an efficient fume hood
or equivalent system.
Eye
Avoid eye contact. Wear safety spectacles, goggles or, for
larger quantities, a full face mask.
Hands and Body
Irritant product. Avoid skin contact. Wear rubber gloves,
protective clothing and, for larger quantities, full arm, body
and face protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : White crystals
Physical Constants: m.p. 77-80Ê
Molecular Formula : C4H8O3
Formula Weight : 104.11
Water Solubility : V sol
Density : Not available
Flash Point : Not available
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Specific Hazard
Incompatibilities
Bases. Oxidising agents. Reducing agents.
Decomposition
Hazardous products of decomposition may include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS Number : Not listed
Acute Toxicity
LD50 : No data reported
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
12. ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS
General
Take care to prevent chemicals from entering the ground, water
courses or drainage systems.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal
Disposal should be via an approved contractor and should take
full account of local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number :
Land Transport
ADR/RIC Code/Class: Not Restricted
Maritime Transport
IMDG Code/Class : Not Restricted
Air Transport
IATA Code/Class : Not Restricted
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CAS Number : 594-61-6
EINECS Number : 2098488
EEC Number :
UN Number : None
RTECS Number : Not listed
Hazard Indication :
IRRITANT
Risk and Safety Phrases
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
Wear suitable protective clothing.
TSCA: Listed substance.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
It must be recognised that the physical and chemical properties of
any product may not be fully understood and that new, possibly
hazardous products may arise from reactions between chemicals. The
information given in this data sheet is based on our present
knowledge and shall not constitute a guarantee for any specific
product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual
relationship.
Date of Last Review: 3rd August 1998
Date Printed : 18th September 1998
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