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| MSDS
for Sesamol, 98%
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SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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MSDS Name: Sesamol, 98%
Catalog Numbers:
13269-0000, 13269-0250
Synonyms:
3,4-(Methylenedioxy)phenol
Company Identification (Europe): Acros Organics N.V.
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
2440 Geel, Belgium
Company Identification (USA): Acros Organics
One Reagent Lane
Fairlawn, NJ 07410
For information in Europe, call: 0032(0) 14575211
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in Europe, call: 0032(0) 14575299
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS **** |
CAS# |
Chemical Name |
% |
EINECS# |
533-31-3 |
Sesamol |
98% |
208-561-5 |
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3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
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EMERGENCY
OVERVIEW
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Light sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation.
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological
properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological
properties
of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Chronic:
Not available.
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4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
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Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least
15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least
15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his
mouth and then
to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES **** |
General Information:
As in any fire, 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.
Extinguishing Media:
In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam,
or
alcohol-resistant foam.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: > 110 deg C (> 230.00 deg F)
NFPA Rating: Not published.
Explosion Limits, Lower: Not available.
Upper: Not available.
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6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
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General
Information: Use proper personal protective equipment
as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in
the Protective
Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable
container for
disposal.
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7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated
clothing and
wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Avoid
ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when
not in use.
Refrigerator (approx 4ƒC).
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8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION **** |
Engineering
Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to
keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Use process
enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering
controls
to control airborne levels.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing
is possible.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to
prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize
contact with skin.
Respirators:
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149
approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the
positive pressure mode with emergency escape
provisions.
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9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
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Physical
State: Solid
Appearance: white - beige
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 2.5 mbar @ 112 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: 63 - 65 deg C
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility: slightly soluble in water
Specific Gravity/Density: Not available.
Molecular Formula: Not available.
Molecular Weight: 138.12
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10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
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Chemical
Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, strong oxidants.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases,
carbon
dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
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11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
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RTECS#:
CAS# 533-31-3: SM0890000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Sesamol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
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**** SECTION
12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
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| For further information,
contact Acros Organics. |
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13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
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| Dispose of in a manner consistent
with federal, state, and local regulations. |
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14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
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US DOT
No information available
IMO
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
IATA
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
RID/ADR
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
Canadian TDG
No information available.
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15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****
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European/International
Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: Not available.
Risk Phrases:
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 533-31-3: No information available.
Canada
None of the chemicals in this product are listed on
the DSL/NDSL list.
CAS# 533-31-3 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure
List.
Exposure Limits
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 533-31-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
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**** SECTION
16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
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| MSDS Creation
Date: 7/16/1996 Revision #0 Date: Original.
The information above is believed
to be accurate and represents the best information currently
available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability
or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect
to such information, and we assume no liability resulting
from its use. Users should make their own investigations
to determine the suitability of the information for
their particular purposes. In no way shall the company
be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any
third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect,
incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever
arising, even if the company has been advised of the
possibility of such damages.
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