ICSC 0646 - m-CRESOL

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m-CRESOL	ICSC: 0646 (November 2008)
3-Cresol 3-Methylphenol 3-Hydroxytoluene 1-Hydroxy-3-methylbenzene

CAS #: 108-39-4

UN #: 2076

EC Number: 203-577-9

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Above 86°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames. Above 86°C use a closed system and ventilation.	Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Pain. Blisters. Skin burns.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Burns in mouth and throat. Burning sensation in the throat and chest. Nausea. Vomiting. Abdominal pain. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: chemical protection suit and filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.	According to UN GHS Criteria Toxic if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Fatal if inhaled Causes severe skin burns and eye damage Causes damage to central nervous system and blood if blood Causes damage to the nervous system and the blood through prolonged or repeated exposure if the blood Toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Subsidiary Risks: 8; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

m-CRESOL

ICSC: 0646

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts violently with strong oxidants. The solution in water is a weak acid.	Formula: C₇H₈O / CH₃C₆H₄OH Molecular mass: 108.1 Boiling point: 202°C Melting point: 11-12°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.03 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 2.4 (moderate) Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 13 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.7 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.0 Flash point: 86°C Auto-ignition temperature: 575°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.0-? Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.96 Viscosity: 4.05 mm²/s at 50°C

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with strong oxidants. The solution in water is a weak acid.

Formula: C₇H₈O / CH₃C₆H₄OH
Molecular mass: 108.1
Boiling point: 202°C
Melting point: 11-12°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.03
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 2.4 (moderate)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 13
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.7
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.0
Flash point: 86°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 575°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.0-?
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.96
Viscosity: 4.05 mm²/s at 50°C

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion. Serious local effects by all routes of exposure. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation may cause lung oedema, but only after initial corrosive effects on eyes and/or airways have become manifest. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in lowering of consciousness. The substance may cause effects on the blood. This may result in destruction of blood cells. Exposure far above the OEL could cause death. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the nervous system. This may result in impaired functions. The substance may have effects on the blood. This may result in anaemia.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion. Serious local effects by all routes of exposure.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation may cause lung oedema, but only after initial corrosive effects on eyes and/or airways have become manifest. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in lowering of consciousness. The substance may cause effects on the blood. This may result in destruction of blood cells. Exposure far above the OEL could cause death. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the nervous system. This may result in impaired functions. The substance may have effects on the blood. This may result in anaemia.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 20 mg/m³, as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). EU-OEL: 22 mg/m³, 5 ppm as TWA. MAK: 4,5 mg/m³, 1 ppm; skin absorption (H); peak limitation category: I(1); pregnancy risk group: C

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T, C; R: 24/25-34; S: (1/2)-36/37/39-45; Note: C

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