| [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, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | |
| [Fire Potential] This material is probably combustible. | |
| [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] 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. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects was found. | |
| [Ingestion] The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/37/38 40 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 22 26 36/37/39 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions. | |
| [Exposure Effects] The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Appearance] Yellow prisms or plates (from chloroform or ligroin) or pale yellow granules. Alkaline solutions turn from yellow to orange. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 234 - 237 | |
| [Boiling Point] 366 | |
| [pKa/pKb] 4.04 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 1.15 | |
| [Usage] Inhibitor of poly(ethylene glycol) oxidation. | |
| [Product Name] Caffeic acid | |
| [Synonyms] 3-(3,4-Dihydroxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid 3,4-Dihydroxybenzeneacrylic acid 3,4-Dihydroxycinnamic acid 4-(2-Carboxyethenyl)-1,2-dihydroxybenzene 4-(2'-Carboxyvinyl)-1,2-dihydroxybenzene | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_331-39-5.htm">331-39-5 | |
| [Formula] C9H8O4 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 180.16 | |
| [EINECS] 206-361-2 | |
| [RTECS] GD8950000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Natural Product | |
| [Merck] 13,1635 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 2210883 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 2-10-00-00294 | |
| [EC Class] carcinogenic | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. | |
| [Disposal Code] 4 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents - strong bases. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. | |
| [HS Code] 2918 29 90 |
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