| [Flash Point] 107 | |
| [Fire Fighting] 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. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. | |
| [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. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. Store protected from light. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed. | |
| [Inhalation] Vapor or mist is irritating to the mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause severe eye burns. Vapor is highly irritating to the eyes. Vapors may cause eye injury. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 22 36/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36/37/39 | |
| [Personal Protection] 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] 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] Clear, colorless liquid. Wintergreen odor. | |
| [Solubility in water] Slightly soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 2 - 5 | |
| [Boiling Point] 234 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.035 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.147 g/cm3 (4 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 9.93 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 2.77 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 49.0 kJ/mol | |
| [Heat Of Combustion] -4403 kJ/mol | |
| [Usage] Production of artificial perfumes. | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.5198 (14.4 C) | |
| [Product Name] Ethyl 2-hydroxybenzoate | |
| [Synonyms] 2-Ethoxycarbonylphenol Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ethyl ester Ethyl o-hydroxybenzoate Mesotol Salicylic acid, ethyl ester Salotan | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_118-61-6.htm">118-61-6 | |
| [Formula] C9H10O3 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 166.18 | |
| [EINECS] 204-265-5 | |
| [RTECS] VO3000000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Primary Irritant | |
| [Merck] 13,3881 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 907659 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-10-00-00149 | |
| [EC Class] harmful, irritant | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place in a closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation. | |
| [Stability] May discolor on exposure to light. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, nitrates. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke and fumes. | |
| [HS Code] 2918 23 90 |