ICSC 1170 - 2-OCTANOL

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2-OCTANOL	ICSC: 1170 (September 2002)
Capryl alcohol 1-Methyl-1-heptanol 2-Hydroxy-n-octane Hexylmethylcarbinol

CAS #: 123-96-6

EC Number: 204-667-0

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Above 76°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames. Above 76°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Dry skin.	Protective gloves.	Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
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	Burning sensation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in covered containers as far as possible. 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 Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants. Ventilation along the floor.
PACKAGING

2-OCTANOL

ICSC: 1170

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS OILY LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts with strong oxidants.	Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₅CH(OH)CH₃ / C₈H₁₈O Molecular mass: 130.3 Boiling point: 178.5°C Melting point: -38.6°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.82 Solubility in water, ml/100ml: 0.096 (none) Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 32 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.5 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.0 Flash point: 76°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.72

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS OILY LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants.

Formula: CH₃(CH₂)₅CH(OH)CH₃ / C₈H₁₈O
Molecular mass: 130.3
Boiling point: 178.5°C
Melting point: -38.6°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.82
Solubility in water, ml/100ml: 0.096 (none)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 32
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.5
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.0
Flash point: 76°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.72

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 and respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis.	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 and respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis.

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
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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