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Caproic acid propyl ester

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[Flash Point]

52
[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with foam or carbon dioxide. Avoid breathing fire vapors. Cool containers exposed to flames with water until well after the fire is out. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources. Dike for water control.
[Ingestion]

:DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING! Remove victim immediately from source of exposure. Provide rest, warmth and fresh air. Get medical attention.
[Inhalation]

Move the exposed person to fresh air at once. Get medical attention.
[Skin]

Remove affected person from source of contamination. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water for several minutes. Get medical attention if any discomfort continues.
[Eyes]

Continue to rinse for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention promptly if symptoms occur after washing.
[Storage]

Keep away from heat, sparks and open flame. Keep containers tightly closed. Keep in original container.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R: 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S: 26 36/37/39
[Personal Protection]

Wear splash-proof eye goggles, protective gloves and clothing.
[Exposure Effects]

Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
[Appearance]

Colorless liquid with a fruity odor.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

-68.7
[Boiling Point]

187
[Vapor Pressure]

0.61 (25 C)
[Density]

0.867 g/cm3 (20 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

3.37
[Heat Of Vaporization]

42.4 kJ/mol
[Vapor Density]

5.4
[Refractive Index]

1.41
[Product Name]

Caproic acid propyl ester
[Synonyms]

1-Propyl n-caproate
Hexanoic acid, propyl ester
Propyl caproate
[CAS]

"CASEN_626-77-7.htm">626-77-7
[Formula]

C9H18O2
[Molecular Weight]

158.24
[EINECS]

210-963-0
[Small spills/leaks]

Stop leak if possible without risk. Extinguish all ignition sources. Avoid sparks, flames, heat and smoking. Ventilate. Do not contaminate water sources or sewer. Absorb in vermiculite, dry sand or earth and place into containers. Wash thoroughly after dealing with a spillage.
[Stability]

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.