206564-87-6

Synonym:2-Ethylhexanoic acid, niobium salt

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound206564-87-680%no datano data
2-Ethylhexanoic acid149-57-520%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview:Irritating to the respiratory tract, skin and eyes. May be harmful if swallowed.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Eye, ingestion
Eye Contact:Causes severe irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes slight to mild irritation of the skin.
The product is a viscous liquid with essentially no vapor pressure at room temperature. Inhalation is not a
Inhalation:
route of exposure.
Ingestion may lead to behavioral changes, somnolence, reproductive effects, weight loss, stomach upset, and
Ingestion:
vomiting.
Acute Health Affects:Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
Chronic Health Affects:No information available on long term chromic effects.
NTP:No
IARC:No
OSHA:No

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SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim will need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area immediately with water. Remove contaminated clothing if necessary. Seek medical
Skin Exposure:
assistance if irritation persists.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting if directed by medical personnel.

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:>230°F
Autoignition Temperature:not determined
Explosion Limits:not determined
Extinguishing Medium:dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or foam.
If this material is involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH-approved positive pressure
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
self-contained breathing and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andcarbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, soot, and organic byproducts.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Spill and Leak Procedures:Small spills can be absorbed into vermiculite or other suitable adsorbent.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat and direct sunlight. Keep containers tightly sealed.
Handling and Storage:
Material is moisture sensitive.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Always wear safety glasses. If pouring or transferring this substance wear a face shield for additional
Eye Protection:
protection.
Skin Protection:Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation:Work with this product in a well-ventilated area, preferably a fume hood.
If ventilation is not available a respirator should be worn. The use of respirators requires a Respirator
Respirator:
Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134
Ventilation:Work with this product in a well-ventilated area, preferably a fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:yellow, viscous liquid
Molecular Weight:665.73
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:no data
Odor:none
Solubility in Water:insoluble in water

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:moisture sensitive
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:Strong oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products:carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, niobium oxide and organic fumes.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
No specific information available on the niobium compound. For 2-ethylhexanoic acid: Skin (rabbit); 450mg
(mild reaction). Eye (rabbit); 20mg (severe reaction). Oral (rat); LD50: 3gm/kg. Inhalation (rat); LC:
RTECS Data:
>400ppm/6H. Skin (rabbit); LD50: 1200uL/kg. Oral (rat); TDLo: 25200mg/kg/3W-C. See RTECS
#M07700000 for additional information.
Carcinogenic Effects:No reported carcinogenic effects
Mutagenic Effects:No reported mutagenic effects
Tetratogenic Effects:No reported Teratogenic effects

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations. For purposes of shipping waste material see the
Disposal:
section 14 in this document on transportation.

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SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR):NA
Packaging Group (CFR):NA
UN ID Number (CFR):NA
Shipping Name (IATA):Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA):NA
Packaging Group (IATA):NA
UN ID Number (IATA):NA

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA:Title Compound - not listed
SARA (Title 313):not regulated by Title 313
Second Ingredient:TSCA - listed

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A