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4-Methoxyphenol

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[Flash Point]

121
[Autoignition]

445
[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 fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or regular foam.
[Upper exp. limit]

9.6
[Lower exp. limit]

1.3
[Fire Potential]

Combustible.
[Ingestion]

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.
[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]

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. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation. May cause depigmentation of the skin.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation. May cause eye burns.
[Ingestion]

May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. May be harmful if swallowed.
[Hazards]

Combustible
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 22 36 43
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 24/25 26 37/39 46
[UN (DOT)]

3335
[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.
[Exposure Effects]

Chronic exposure may cause visual disturbances. Prolonged contact may cause severe eye irritation or burns.
[Exposure limit(s)]

NIOSH REL: TWA 5 mg/m3
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

White to off-white waxy solid or flaky, crystalline material. Odor of caramel and phenol.
[Solubility in water]

40 g/L
[Melting Point]

55 - 57
[Boiling Point]

243
[Vapor Pressure]

0.02 (25 C)
[Density]

1.55 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

10.40 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

1.58
[Heat Of Vaporization]

49.9 kJ/mol
[Usage]

Manufacture of antioxidants, pharmaceuticals, plasticizers, dyestuffs, uv inhibitor, stabilizer for chlorinated hydrocarbons & ethyl cellulose, inhibitor for acrylic monomers & acrylonitriles.
[Vapor Density]

4.2
[Saturation Concentration]

<13 ppm at 25 C (calculated)
[Product Name]

4-Methoxyphenol
[Synonyms]

Hydroxyquinone, monomethyl ether
Mequinol
p-Hydroxyanisole
p-Methoxyphenol
[CAS]

"CASEN_150-76-5.htm">150-76-5
[Formula]

C7H8O2
[Molecular Weight]

124.14
[EINECS]

205-769-8
[RTECS]

SL7700000
[RTECS Class]

Mutagen; Primary Irritant
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

507924
[Beilstein Reference]

4-06-00-05717
[EC Index Number]

604-044-00-7
[EC Class]

Harmful; Irritant; Sensitising
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal.
[Disposal Code]

3
[Incompatibilities]

Acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, bases, oxidizing agents.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[UN Number]

3335
[HS Code]

2909 50 90