ICSC 1033 - RESORCINOL

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RESORCINOL	ICSC: 1033 (August 2003)
1,3-Dihydroxybenzene 1,3-Benzenediol 3-Hydroxyphenol Resorcin

CAS #: 108-46-3

UN #: 2876

EC Number: 203-585-2

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding).	Use water spray, powder.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Abdominal pain. Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Sore throat. Unconsciousness.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles, face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	See Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Separated from incompatible materials and food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

RESORCINOL

ICSC: 1033

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE CRYSTALS. TURNS PINK ON EXPOSURE TO AIR AND LIGHT OR ON CONTACT WITH IRON. Physical dangers As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated. Chemical dangers Reacts with strong oxidants, ammonia and amino compounds. This generates fire and explosion hazard.	Formula: C₆H₆O₂ Molecular mass: 110.1 Boiling point: 280°C Melting point: 110°C Density: 1.28 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml: 140 Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.065 Flash point: 127°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 607°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.4-? Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.79-0.93

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS. TURNS PINK ON EXPOSURE TO AIR AND LIGHT OR ON CONTACT WITH IRON.

Physical dangers
As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated.

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants, ammonia and amino compounds. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

Formula: C₆H₆O₂
Molecular mass: 110.1
Boiling point: 280°C
Melting point: 110°C
Density: 1.28 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 140
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.065
Flash point: 127°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 607°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.4-?
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.79-0.93

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the blood. This may result in the formation of methaemoglobin. The effects may be delayed. 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; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization in rare cases.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the blood. This may result in the formation of methaemoglobin. The effects may be delayed. 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; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization in rare cases.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 10 ppm as TWA; 20 ppm as STEL; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: sensitization of skin (SH). EU-OEL: 45 mg/m³, 10 ppm as TWA; (skin)

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Do NOT take working clothes home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 22-36/38-50; S: (2)-26-61

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