9-Icosanol

Synonym
Chemical Name
Chemical Family
2-Octyl-1-dodecanol

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Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye ContactCheck for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin ContactIn case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get
medical attention.
Serious Skin ContactWash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
attention.
InhalationIf inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious InhalationNot available.
IngestionDo NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious IngestionNot available.

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Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product May be combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition Temperature 265°C (509°F)
Flash PointsCLOSED CUP: 113°C (235.4°F). OPEN CUP: 180°C (356°F).
Flammable LimitsNot available.
Products of CombustionThese products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
of Various SubstancesRisks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Fire Fighting MediaSMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and InstructionsLARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Special Remarks onNot available.
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards

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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small SpillAbsorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Large SpillAbsorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
2-Octyl-1-dodecanol

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Section 7. Handling and Storage
PrecautionsKeep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the
residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray.
Avoid contact with skin. Wear suitable protective clothing. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the
label when possible. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids.
StorageKeep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area.

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Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering ControlsProvide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal ProtectionSafety glasses or Splash goggles. Synthetic apron or Lab coat. Gloves (impervious).
Respiratory protection is not normally required for normal handling of the vapor pressure of this material at room
room temperature. If handling material in areas where ventilation is inadequate or under conditions causing
excessive airborne levels of mist or vapor, a vapor respirator may be needed.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
a Large Spillspecialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure LimitsNot available.

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Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Liquid. (Oily liquid.)OdorNot available.
Not available.
Taste
Molecular Weight298.56 g/mole
Colorless.
Color
pH (1% soln/water)Not applicable.
Boiling Point290°C (554°F)
Melting Point1°C (33.8°F)
Critical TemperatureNot available.
Specific Gravity0.836 (Water = 1)
1 kPa (@ 207°C)
Vapor Pressure
Vapor DensityNot available.
Not available.
Volatility
Odor ThresholdNot available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)Not available.
Dispersion PropertiesNot available.
SolubilityInsoluble in cold water, hot water.

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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
StabilityThe product is stable.
Instability TemperatureNot available.
Conditions of InstabilityExcess heat, incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
substances
2-Octyl-1-dodecanol
CorrosivityNot available.
Special Remarks onIncompatible with inorganic acids, halogens, oxidizers.
Reactivity
Special Remarks onNot available.
Corrosivity
PolymerizationWill not occur.

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Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of EntrySkin contact. Eye contact.
Toxicity to AnimalsLD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans Not available.
Other Toxic Effects onHazardous in case of skin contact (irritant).
HumansSlightly hazardous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
Special Remarks onNot available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks onNot available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on otherAcute Potential Health Effects:
Toxic Effects on HumansSkin: Causes moderate skin to severe skin irritation.
Eyes: Causes mild eye irritation.
Inhalation: Low hazard for normal handling. Inhalation of high concentrations of vapor or mist may cause
respiratory tract irritation.
Ingestion: Expected to be a low hazard.

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Section 12. Ecological Information
EcotoxicityNot available.
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
Products of Biodegradation
arise.
Toxicity of the ProductsThe product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic.
of Biodegradation
Not available.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation

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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste DisposalWaste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
2-Octyl-1-dodecanol

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Section 14. Transport Information
DOT ClassificationNot a DOT controlled material (United States).
IdentificationNot applicable.
Not applicable.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)

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Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
TSCA 8(b) inventory: 2-Octyl-1-dodecanol
Federal and State
Regulations
CaliforniaCalifornia prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Proposition 65
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other RegulationsEINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS No.
226-242-9).
Canada: Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL).
China: Listed on National Inventory.
Japan: Listed on National Inventory (ENCS).
Korea: Listed on National Inventory (KECI).
Philippines: Listed on National Inventory (PICCS).
Australia: Listed on AICS.
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC)
R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S36/37- Wear suitable protective clothing and
gloves.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.)2 National Fire Protection
1 Flammability
1 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
2 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
C
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
2-Octyl-1-dodecanol
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves (impervious).
Synthetic apron.
Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A

DATA ITEMS CITED :

6

MOLECULAR FORMULA :

C20-H42-O

MOLECULAR WEIGHT :

298.62

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

ACUTE TOXICITY DATA

TYPE OF TEST :

Standard Draize test

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Administration onto the skin

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rat

REFERENCE :

CTOIDG Cosmetics and Toiletries. (Allured Pub. Corp., POB 318, Wheaton, IL 60189) V.91- 1976- Volume(issue)/page/year: 94(8),41,1979

TYPE OF TEST :

Standard Draize test

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Administration onto the skin

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rabbit

REFERENCE :

CTOIDG Cosmetics and Toiletries. (Allured Pub. Corp., POB 318, Wheaton, IL 60189) V.91- 1976- Volume(issue)/page/year: 94(8),41,1979

TYPE OF TEST :

Standard Draize test

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Administration into the eye

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - rabbit

REFERENCE :

JACTDZ Journal of the American College of Toxicology. (Mary Ann Liebert, Inc., 1651 Third Ave., New York, NY 10128) V.1-12, 1982-1993. Discontinued. Volume(issue)/page/year: 4(5),1,1985

TYPE OF TEST :

Standard Draize test

ROUTE OF EXPOSURE :

Administration onto the skin

SPECIES OBSERVED :

Rodent - guinea pig

REFERENCE :

CTOIDG Cosmetics and Toiletries. (Allured Pub. Corp., POB 318, Wheaton, IL 60189) V.91- 1976- Volume(issue)/page/year: 94(8),41,1979 *** NIOSH STANDARDS DEVELOPMENT AND SURVEILLANCE DATA *** NIOSH OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE SURVEY DATA : NOES - National Occupational Exposure Survey (1983) NOES Hazard Code - X2143 No. of Facilities: 2427 (estimated) No. of Industries: 15 No. of Occupations: 18 No. of Employees: 30847 (estimated) No. of Female Employees: 18437 (estimated)