o-CRESOL For Synthesis

o-CRESOL For Synthesis

Synonyms : 2-Methylphenol

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : o-CRESOL (for synthesis)
Catalogue No. : AL1551 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 95-48-7 EC Number :
Grade : EC Index Number :
Chemical Formula : C7H8O HSN Code : 29071290
Synonyms : 2-Methylphenol
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against : No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification : Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,
Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053
Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail : Phone : +91 22 26317055
Mobile : +91 9820385757
e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Acute toxicity (dermal),
Category 3
H311
Acute toxicity (oral),
Category 3
H301
Skin corrosion/irritation,
Category 1B
H314
Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
T; R24/25
Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) : GHS06GHS06 GHS05GHS05
Signal word (CLP) : Danger
Hazard statements (CLP) : H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H311 - Toxic in contact with skin
H301 - Toxic if swallowed
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P280 - Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection
P301+P310 - IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a doctor
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 - Immediately call a doctor
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards : No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Name : o-CRESOL FOR SYNTHESIS
CAS No. : 95-48-7
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Wash with plenty of soap
and water. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present
and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or
doctor/physician.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. Do NOT
induce vomiting.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : Symptoms/injuries : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Repeated exposure to this material can result in absorption through skin causing
significant health hazard. Toxic in contact with skin.
Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Toxic if swallowed. Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious
health hazard.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Carbon dioxide. Dry powder. Foam. Water spray.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures : No additional information available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory
protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment Equip cleanup crew with proper protection
Emergency procedures Ventilate area.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Avoid release to the environment.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Soak up spills with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as
possible. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference : No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not breathe vapours.
Hygiene measures : Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection : Protective gloves
Eye protection : Chemical goggles or face shield
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection : Wear respiratory protection

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Solid Colour
Colour : White powder.
Odour : phenolic like.
Odour threshold : 5 ppm
pH value : 4.5 at 25,00000 g/l
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 30 - 34 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : 191.5 °C
Flash point : 81 °C Critical temperature : 424 °C
Auto-ignition temperature : 598.89 °C
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : 0.4 hPa at 20°C
Relative vapour density at 20°C : 3.72
Density : 1.047 g/cm3
Solubility : Water: Partially soluble in cold water
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Overheating.
10.5 Incompatible materials
No additional information available
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Thermal decomposition generates : Corrosive vapours.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Dermal: Toxic in contact with skin. Oral: Toxic if swallowed.
Skin corrosion/irritation : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
pH: 4.5 at 25,00000 g/l
Serious eye damage/irritation : Serious eye damage, category 1, implicit
pH: 4.5 at 25,00000 g/l
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Not classified
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) : Not classified
Aspiration hazard : Not classified
Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms : Toxic if swallowed. Toxic in contact with skin.

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information : No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability : No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential : No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions : No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations : Dispose of contents/container to ...
Ecology - waste materials : Hazardous waste due to toxicity.

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) : 3455
UN-No. (IMDG) : 3455
UN-No. (IATA) : 3455
UN-No. (ADN) : 3455
UN-No. (RID) : 3455
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : CRESOLS, SOLID
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : CRESOLS, SOLID
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : CRESOLS, SOLID
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : CRESOLS, SOLID
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : CRESOLS, SOLID
Transport document description (ADR) : UN 3455, CRESOLS, SOLID, 6.1 (8), II
Transport document description (IMDG) : UN 3455, CRESOLS, SOLID, 6.1 (8), II
Transport document description (IATA) : UN 3455, CRESOLS, SOLID, 6.1 (8), II
Transport document description (ADN) : UN 3455, CRESOLS, SOLID, 6.1 (8), II
Transport document description (RID) : UN 3455, CRESOLS, SOLID, 6.1 (8), II
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (8)
Danger labels : 6.1, 8
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (8)
Danger labels : 6.1, 8
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (8)
Danger labels : 6.1, 8
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (8)
Danger labels : 6.1, 8
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : 6.1 (8)
Danger labels : 6.1, 8
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) : II
Packing group (IMDG) : II
Packing group (IATA) : II
Packing group (ADN) : II
Packing group (RID) : II
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment : No
Marine pollutant : No
Other information : No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : TC2
Limited quantities (ADR) : 500g
Excepted quantities (ADR) : E4
Packing instructions (ADR) : P002, IBC08
Special packing provisions (ADR) : B4
Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP10
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (ADR)
: T3
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (ADR)
: TP33
Tank code (ADR) : SGAH, L4BH
Tank special provisions (ADR) : TU15, TE19
Vehicle for tank carriage : AT
Transport category (ADR) : 2
Special provisions for carriage - Packages
(ADR)
: V11
Special provisions for carriage - Loading,
unloading and handling (ADR)
: CV13, CV28
Special provisions for carriage - Operation
(ADR)
: S9, S19
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 68
Orange plates :
Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : D/E
EAC code : 2X
- Transport by sea
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 500 g
Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E4
Packing instructions (IMDG) : P002
IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC08
IBC special provisions (IMDG) : B2, B4
Tank instructions (IMDG) : T3
Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP33
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-B
Stowage category (IMDG) : B
MFAG-No : 153
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E4
PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y644
PCA limited quantity max net quantity
(IATA)
: 1kg
PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 668
PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 15kg
CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 675
CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 50kg
ERG code (IATA) : 6C
- Inland waterway transport
Not regulated
- Rail transport
Not regulated
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions
o-CRESOL FOR SYNTHESIS is not on the REACH Candidate List
o-CRESOL FOR SYNTHESIS is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
AwSV/VwVwS Annex reference : Water hazard class (WGK) 1, slightly hazardous to water (KBwS-Beschluss; WGK
No 1223)
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV
: Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Denmark
Class for fire hazard : Class III-1
Store unit : 50 liter
Classification remarks : Flammable according to the Danish Ministry of Justice; Emergency management
guidelines for the storage of flammable liqui
Denmark
Class for fire hazard : Class III-1
Store unit : 50 liter
Classification remarks : Flammable according to the Danish Ministry of Justice; Emergency management
guidelines for the storage of flammable liquids must be followed
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product
Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct
contact with the product
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases:
Acute Tox. 3 (Dermal) Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 3
Acute Tox. 3 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral), Category 3
Skin Corr. 1B Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1B
H301 Toxic if swallowed
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
R24/25 Toxic in contact with skin and if swallowed
R34 Causes burns
C Corrosive
T Toxic