| [Flash Point] 67 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Extinguish using carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam. Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit. | |
| [Ingestion] Seek immediate medical advice. | |
| [Inhalation] Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice. | |
| [Skin] Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice. | |
| [Eyes] Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor. | |
| [Storage] Keep container tightly sealed. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R: 36/37/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S: 26 | |
| [Personal Protection] Impervious gloves. Safety glasses. Protective work clothing. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Causes irritation of the eyes, skin and mucous membranes. | |
| [Appearance] Colorless liquid with a pleasant odor. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] -24 | |
| [Boiling Point] 193 - 195 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.41 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.05 g/cm3 (20 C) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -.13 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 43.2 kJ/mol | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.4232 (17 C) | |
| [Product Name] Methyl levulinate | |
| [Synonyms] 4-Oxopentanoic acid methyl ester Methyl 4-oxopentanoate Methyl b-acetylpropionate Methyl levulate Pentanoic acid, 4-oxo-, methyl ester | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_624-45-3.htm">624-45-3 | |
| [Formula] C6H10O3 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 130.13999999999999 | |
| [EINECS] 210-846-4 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Absorb with liquid-binding material (sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust). Ensure adequate ventilation | |
| [Stability] Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications. Keep away from heat and light. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Oxidizing agents. |
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