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alpha-Methylcinnamaldehyde

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[Flash Point]

79
[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. Extinguishing media: Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
[Fire Potential]

This chemical is 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. Remove 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. 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.
[Ingestion]

See inhalation.
[Inhalation]

May be fatal. May cause irritatior or burns. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation.
[Skin]

See inhalation.
[Eyes]

See inhalation.
[Hazards]

Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion and poison hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 24/25
[UN (DOT)]

1988
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
[Respirators]

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
[Appearance]

Clear yellow liquid.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

-22
[Boiling Point]

148
[Density]

1.0407 g/cm3 (17 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.02
[Refractive Index]

1.596 (17 C)
[Product Name]

3-Phenyl-2-methyl acrolein
[Synonyms]

2-Methyl-3-phenylacrolein
2-Methyl-3-phenylacrylaldehyde
a -Methylcinnamaldehyde
[CAS]

"CASEN_101-39-3.htm">101-39-3
[Formula]

C10H10O
[Molecular Weight]

146.19
[EINECS]

202-938-8
[RTECS]

GD6600000
[RTECS Class]

Primary Irritant
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

507514
[Beilstein Reference]

2-07-00-00291
[Small spills/leaks]

Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment.
[Disposal Code]

3
[Incompatibilities]

Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents and strong bases.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Irritating and toxic fumes and gases.
[Combustion Products]

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

1988
[Hazard Class]

3
[Packing Group]

I; II; III
[HS Code]

2912 29 00