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4-Methylcinnamic 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]

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.
[Inhalation]

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
[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 immediately.
[Storage]

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

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[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]

White solid.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Melting Point]

196 - 198
[Boiling Point]

303
[pKa/pKb]

3.98 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.42
[Product Name]

4-Methylcinnamic acid
[Synonyms]

(E)-3-(4-Methylphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid
3-(4-Methylphenyl)propenoic acid
3-(4-Tolyl)acrylic acid
3-(p-Tolyl)acrylic acid
4-Methylcinnamic acid
[CAS]

"CASEN_1866-39-3.htm">1866-39-3
[Formula]

C10H10O2
[Molecular Weight]

162.19
[EINECS]

217-479-9
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1364327
[Beilstein Reference]

0-09-00-00617
[Small spills/leaks]

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

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[HS Code]

2916 39 00