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[Flash Point]

201
[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 appropriate foam.
[Fire Potential]

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
[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. 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. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Ingestion]

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found.
[Eyes]

No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects was found.
[Hazards]

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[UN (DOT)]

1759
[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]

Yellow crystalline powder.
[Solubility in water]

Soluble
[Melting Point]

267
[Boiling Point]

470
[Vapor Pressure]

2E-9 (25 C)
[pKa/pKb]

8.63 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

.55
[Heat Of Vaporization]

76.0 kJ/mol
[Usage]

Substance is used in filters for absorption of ultraviolet light.
[Product Name]

6,7-Dihydroxycoumarin
[Synonyms]

6,7-Dihydroxy-2H-1-benzopyran-2-one
6,7-Dihydroxycoumarin
Aesculetin
Cichorigenin
Cichoriin aglycon
Esculetol
[CAS]

"CASEN_305-01-1.htm">305-01-1
[Formula]

C9H6O4
[Molecular Weight]

178.14
[EINECS]

206-161-5
[RTECS]

GN6382500
[RTECS Class]

Drug; Natural Product
[Merck]

13,3731
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

152788
[Beilstein Reference]

5-18-03-00202
[Small spills/leaks]

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

Oxidizing agents.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

1759
[Hazard Class]

8
[Packing Group]

I; II; III