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Cycloheptanecarboxylic acid

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[Flash Point]

118
[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
[Inhalation]

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
[Skin]

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
[Eyes]

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
[Storage]

Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.
[Ingestion]

May be harmful if ingested.
[Inhalation]

Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
[Skin]

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

May cause irritation.
[Hazards]

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
[Personal Protection]

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Protective clothing.
[Respirators]

Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection is desired, use multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges.
[Solubility in water]

2.4 g/L (25 C)
[Melting Point]

71
[Boiling Point]

246 - 249
[Vapor Pressure]

0.003 (25 C)
[Density]

1.0423 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

4.82 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.34
[Heat Of Vaporization]

55.09 kJ/mol
[Refractive Index]

1.4753 (20 C)
[Product Name]

Cycloheptanecarboxylic acid
[Synonyms]

Cycloheptanoic acid
Cycloheptylcarboxylic acid
NSC 18964
[CAS]

"CASEN_1460-16-8.htm">1460-16-8
[Formula]

C8H14O2
[Molecular Weight]

142.19999999999999
[EINECS]

215-954-5
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Oxides of carbon.