4454-16-4

Synonym:2-Ethylcaproic acid, nickel in 2-Ethylcaproic acid

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Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
IngredientCAS NumberPercentACGIH (TWA)OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound4454-16-478%0.2mg/m3 (as Ni)1mg/m3 (as Ni)
2-ethylhexanoic acid149-57-521%no datano data

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Section 3: Hazards Identification
2-ethyl hexanoic acid is severely irritating to eyes, skin and respiratory tract, and causes drowsiness. May
Emergency Overview:
cause sensitization by skin contact and may cause cancer.
Primary Routes of Exposure:Ingestion, eyes, inhalation, skin
Eye Contact:Causes severe irritation of the eyes.
Skin Contact:Causes moderate to severe irritation of the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Inhalation:Vapor will severely irritate the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract, and cause drowsiness.
Ingestion:Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal distress, dizziness, weakness, and drowsiness.
Acute Health Affects:Irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Prolonged exposure to 2-ethylhexanoic acid may damage the liver. Long term exposure to nickel and nickel
Chronic Health Affects:
compounds may lead to skin irritation and dermatitis. May cause cancer.
NTP:Yes
IARC:Yes
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 may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Wash the affected area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothes 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.
Ingestion:Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious).

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SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point:155 °F
Autoignition Temperature:no data
Explosion Limits:none
Extinguishing Medium:carbon dioxide, dry powder or foam
If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion andIf involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: No unusual fire or explosion hazards.

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SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Eliminate all ignition sources. Small spills may be adsorbed into diatomaceous earth, sand, or other suitable
Spill and Leak Procedures:
adsorbent, and swept up.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage:Store in a sealed container. Keep away from heat and moisture.

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SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection:Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection:Wear appropriate chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Ventilation:Material may form a vapor. If possible, handle the material in an efficient 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:Material may form a vapor. If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection:No additional protection required.

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SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form:viscous liq.
Molecular Weight:345.13
Melting Point:no data
Boiling Point:no data
Vapor Pressure:no data
Specific Gravity:1.08
Odor:organic odor
Solubility in Water:insoluble

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SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability:air and moisture stable liquid
Hazardous Polymerization:no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid:none
Incompatibility:oxidizing agents, bases
Decomposition Products:Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, organic vapors, and metal oxides and carbonates.

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SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
No information available in the RTECS files. 2-Ethylhexanoic acid: Eye (rabbit) Draize: 20mg Severe; Oral
RTECS Data:(rat) LD50:3g/kg; Inhalation (rat) LC: >400 ppm/6H; Skin (rabbit) LD50: 1260 microliter/kg; Oral (rat) TDLo:
8800 mg/kg/2W-1 somnolence; Oral (rat) Reproductive: 1803 mg.Kg developmental abnormalities.
Carcinogenic Effects:Carcinogen (as Ni)
Mutagenic Effects:none
Tetratogenic Effects:2-Ethylhexanoic acid: reproductive effector.

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information:No information available

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal:Dispose of according to local, state and federal regulations.

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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:Listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313):Title compound: See Category Code N495 for reporting.
Second Ingredient:2-ethylhexanoic acid (149-57-5) listed TSCA

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A