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4-Benzyloxy-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid

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[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Ingestion]

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
[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 eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[Personal Protection]

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[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.
[Appearance]

Light brown solid.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

154 - 156
[Boiling Point]

400
[pKa/pKb]

4.60 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

4.17
[Product Name]

4-Benzyloxy-3,5-dimethylbenzoic acid
[Synonyms]

Benzoic acid, 3,5-dimethyl-4-(phenylmethoxy)-
[CAS]

"CASEN_97888-80-7.htm">97888-80-7
[Formula]

C16H16O3
[Molecular Weight]

256.3
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

5045861
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.