Section I.Chemical Product and Company Identification
Chemical Name 2-n-Dodecyl-p-cresol
Portland OR
Synonym
2-Lauryl-p-cresol
Chemical Formula
C 19 H 32 O
CAS Number
29665-59-6
(International)
Section II. Composition and Information on Ingredients
Chemical Name CAS Number Percent (%) TLV/PEL Toxicology Data
2-n-Dodecyl-p-cresol ------ Not available. Not available.
29665-59-6
Section III. Hazards Identification
Acute Health Effects
N o specific inform ation is available in our data base regarding the toxic effects of this m aterial for hum ans. H ow ever,
exposure to any chem ical should be kept to a m inim u m . Skin and eye contact m ay result in irritation. M ay be harm ful if
inhaled or ingested. A lw ays follow safe industrial hygiene practices and w ear proper protective equipm ent w hen
handling this compound.
Chronic Health Effects
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
Toxicity to the reproductive system: Not available.
There is no know n effect from chronic exposure to this product. Repeated or prolonged exposure to this com pound is
not known to aggravate existing medical conditions.
Section IV. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact
C heck for and rem ove any contact lenses. D O N O T use an eye ointm ent. Flush eyes w ith running w ater for a m inim um
of 15 m inutes, occasionally lifting the upper and low er eyelids. Seek m edical attention. Treat sym ptom atically and
supportively.
Skin Contact
If the chem ical gets spilled on a clothed portion of the body, rem ove the contam inated clothes as quickly as possible,
protectin g you r ow n h an ds an d body. Place th e victim u n der a delu g e sh ow er. If th e ch em ical tou ch es th e victim 's
exposed skin, such as the hands: G ently and thoroughly w ash the contam inated skin w ith running w ater and
non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. C over the irritated skin w ith an
em ollient. Seek m edical attention. Treat sym ptom atically and supportively. W ash any contam inated clothing before
reusing.
Inhalation
If the victim is not breathing, perform artificial respiration. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or w aistband.
If breathing is difficult, oxygen can be administered. Seek medical attention. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Ingestion
Rem ove dentures if any. H ave conscious person drin k several glasses of w ater or m ilk. IN D U C E V O M ITIN G by sticking
finger in throat. Low er the head so that the vom it w ill not reenter the m outh and throat. N EV ER give an unconscious
person anything to ingest. Seek medical attention. Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability Auto-Ignition Not available.
Combustible.
Flash Points Flammable Limits
Not available. Not available.
Combustion Products
These products are toxic carbon oxides (CO, CO 2 ).
Fire Hazards
No specific information is available regarding the flammability of this compound in the presence of various materials.
Explosion Hazards
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
No additional information is available regarding the risks of explosion.
Fire Fighting Media
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemicals, CO 2, water spray or foam.
and Instructions
LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. DO NOT use water jet.
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Section VI. Accidental Release Measures
Spill Cleanup
In case of a spill and/or a leak, alw ays shut off any sources of ignition, ventilate the area, and exercise caution. U se a
Instructions shovel to put the m aterial into a convenient w aste disposal container. Finish cleaning the spill by rinsing any
contaminated surfaces with copious amounts of water.
Section VII. Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage
K eep aw ay from heat and sources of ignition. M echanical exhaust required. W hen not in use, tightly seal the container
and store in a dry, cool place. A void excessive h eat and light. D O N O T breathe dust. In case of in sufficient ventilation,
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w ear suitable respiratory equipm ent. If you feel u nw ell, seek m edical attention and show the label w h en possible. Treat
symptomatically and supportively. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Always store away from incompatible compounds such as oxidizing agents.
Section VIII. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls
U se process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below
recom m ended exposure lim its. If user operations generate dust, fum e or m ist, use ventilation to keep exposure to
airborne contaminants below the exposure limit.
Personal Protection
Splash goggles. Lab coat. D ust respirator. Boots. G loves. A M SH A /N IO SH approved respirator m ust be used to avoid
inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing m ight not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFO RE handling
this product.
Exposure Limits
Not available.
Section IX. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state @ 20°C Solubility
Solid. (Crystalline powder.)
Not available.
Specific Gravity
Not available.
Molecular Weight Partition Coefficient
276.46 Not available.
Boiling Point Vapor Pressure
198°C (388.4°F) Not available.
Melting Point Vapor Density
46°C (114.8°F) Not available.
Refractive Index Volatility
Not available. Not available.
Critical Temperature Odor
Not available. Not available.
Viscosity Taste
Not available. Not available.
Section X. Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability
This material is stable if stored under proper conditions. (See Section VII for instructions)
Conditions of Instability
Avoid excessive heat and light.
Incompatibilities
Highly reactive with oxidizing agents.
Section XI. Toxicological Information
RTECS Number
Not available.
Routes of Exposure Ingestion. Inhalation.
Toxicity Data
Not available.
Chronic Toxic Effects CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
Toxicity to the reproductive system: Not available.
There is no know n effect from chronic exposure to this product. Repeated or prolonged exposure to this com pound is
not known to aggravate existing medical conditions.
Acute Toxic Effects
N o specific inform ation is available in our data base regarding the toxic effects of this m aterial for hum ans. H ow ever,
exposure to any chem ical should be kept to a m inim u m . Skin and eye contact m ay result in irritation. M ay be harm ful if
inhaled or ingested. A lw ays follow safe industrial hygiene practices and w ear proper protective equipm ent w hen
handling this compound.
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Section XII. Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
Environmental Fate
Not available.
Section XIII. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Recycle to process, if possible. C onsult your local or regional authorities. You m ay be able to dissolve or m ix m aterial
w ith a com bustible solvent and burn in a chem ical incinerator equipped w ith an afterburner and scrubber system .
Observe all federal, state, and local regulations when disposing of this substance.
Section XIV. Transport Information
DOT Classification
Not a DOT controlled material (United States).
PIN Number
NONE
Proper Shipping Name
NONE
Packing Group (PG)
NONE
DOT Pictograms
Section XV. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
TSCA Chemical Inventory
T h is p r o d u c t is NOT o n t h e E P A T o x ic S u b s t a n c e s C o n t r o l A c t (T S C A ) in v e n t o r y . T h e f o llo w in g n o t ic e s a r e r e q u ir e d b y 4 0
(EPA) CFR 720.36 (C) for those products not on the inventory list:
(i) These products are supplied solely for use in research and developm ent by or under the supervision of a technically
qualified individual as defined in 40 CFR 720.0 et sec.
(ii) The health risks of these products have not been fully determ ined. A ny inform ation that is or becom es available w ill
be supplied on an MSDS sheet.
WHMIS Classification
Not controlled under WHMIS (Canada).
(Canada)
EINECS Number (EEC)
Not available.
EEC Risk Statements
Not controlled under DSCL (Europe).
Japanese Regulatory Data Not available.
Section XVI.
Version 1.0
Validated on 3/4/1997.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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