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Eugenol

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[Flash Point]

120
[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 spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
[Fire Potential]

This chemical is combustible.
[Ingestion]

Do NOT induce vomiting. 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 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. Immediately 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. Store in a tightly closed container. Storage under a nitrogen blanket has been recommended.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[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.
[Exposure Effects]

This is an experimental neoplastigen, tumorigen, and carcinogen.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Clear colorless pale yellow or amber-colored liquid. Odor of cloves. Spicy pungent taste.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

-10
[Boiling Point]

255
[Vapor Pressure]

0.01 (25 C)
[Density]

1.0652 g/cm3 (20 C)
[pKa/pKb]

10.19 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.27
[Heat Of Vaporization]

51.2 kJ/mol
[Heat Of Combustion]

-5388 kJ/mol
[Usage]

In perfumery instead of oil of cloves, manufacture of vanillin, insect attractant.
[Refractive Index]

1.544
[Product Name]

Eugenol
[Synonyms]

4-Allyl-1-hydroxy-2-methoxybenzene
4-Allyl-2-methoxyphenol
4-Allylguaiacol
5-Allylguaiacol
Allylguaiacol
p-Allylguaiacol
[CAS]

"CASEN_97-53-0.htm">97-53-0
[Formula]

C10H12O2
[Molecular Weight]

164.21
[EINECS]

202-589-1
[RTECS]

SJ4375000
[RTECS Class]

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Tumorigen; Mutagen; Primary Irritant
[Merck]

13,3931
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1366759
[Beilstein Reference]

4-06-00-06337
[EC Class]

harmful
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Wash area with soap and water. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Provide ventilation.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Stability]

Substance undergoes color change upon exposure to air.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke and fumes.
[HS Code]

2909 50 90