ICSC 0495 - ISODECYL ALCOHOL (MIXED ISOMERS)

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ISODECYL ALCOHOL (MIXED ISOMERS)	ICSC: 0495 (October 1999)
Isodecanol (mixed isomers)

CAS #: 25339-17-7

EC Number: 246-869-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Use powder, carbon dioxide, foam. Water may be ineffective.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Dizziness. Lethargy. Headache. Nausea. Sore throat.	Use ventilation.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Dry skin. Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Diarrhoea. Vomiting. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Rest. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants.
PACKAGING

ISODECYL ALCOHOL (MIXED ISOMERS)

ICSC: 0495

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance SLIGHTLY VISCOUS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts with strong oxidants.	Formula: C₁₀H₂₁OH Molecular mass: 158.3 Boiling point: 220°C Melting point: 7°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.84 Solubility in water, g/100ml: 2.5 Vapour pressure, kPa at 70°C: 0.13 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.5 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00 Flash point: 104°C o.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 266°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.8-4.5

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
SLIGHTLY VISCOUS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants.

Formula: C₁₀H₂₁OH
Molecular mass: 158.3
Boiling point: 220°C
Melting point: 7°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.84
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 2.5
Vapour pressure, kPa at 70°C: 0.13
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.5
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00
Flash point: 104°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 266°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.8-4.5

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Exposure could cause depression of the central nervous system.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Exposure could cause depression of the central nervous system.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to fish.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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