Material Safety Data Sheet
Methyl Salicylate
ACC# 14720
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: Methyl Salicylate
Catalog Numbers:
S80082, S93305, NC9972460, O3695 500, O3695-500, O3695500, XXO3695ET500
Synonyms:
2-Hydroxybenzoic Acid Methyl Ester; Methoxybenzoic Acid; Sweet Birch
Oil; Wintergreen Oil.
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
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Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
119-36-8 |
METHYL SALICYLATE |
>99% | 204-317-7 |
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: colorless to yellow-red liquid.
Warning! Causes eye and skin irritation. May be
harmful if swallowed. May cause central nervous system effects. This
substance has caused adverse reproductive and fetal effects in
animals. May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause pulmonary
edema. May cause cardiac disturbances.
Target Organs: Kidneys, heart, central nervous
system, liver.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes moderate skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin in
harmful amounts.
Ingestion:
May cause nausea and vomiting. May be harmful if swallowed.
Systemic effects of exposure include initial stimulation and later
central nervous system depression. Symptoms include convulsions,
respiratory failure, cardiac collapse, and possible
death.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. Irritation may lead to chemical
pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause effects similar to those
described for ingestion. May cause lung damage.
Chronic:
May cause liver and kidney damage. Repeated exposure may cause
metabolic disturbances.
Section 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 eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes
while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. Call a poison
control center.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash
back. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be
generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water spray to
keep fire-exposed containers cool. Vapors may be heavier than air.
They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined
areas. Containers may explode when heated.
Extinguishing Media:
Water or foam may cause frothing. Use carbon dioxide or dry
chemical. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until
well after fire is out.
Flash Point: 205e deg F ( 96.11 deg C)
Autoignition Temperature: 850 deg F ( 454.44 deg C)
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective
Equipment section. Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill using
an absorbent, non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or
vermiculite. Do not use combustible materials such as sawdust.
Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Ground and bond
containers when transferring material. Do not get on skin or in eyes.
Do not ingest or inhale.
Storage:
Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or
local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
METHYL SALICYLATE
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
METHYL SALICYLATE:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: colorless to yellow-red
Odor: wintergreen odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: .1 mm Hg @ 20C
Vapor Density: 5.24 (air=1)
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 433.9 deg F
Freezing/Melting Point:16.5 deg F
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.18 (water=1)
Molecular Formula:C8H8O3
Molecular Weight:152.0542
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, salicyclic acid.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 119-36-8:
VO4725000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 119-36-8:
Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild;
Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H
Moderate;
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1110
mg/kg;
Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 1300
mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 887
mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 1220
mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 119-36-8:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
Effects on Newborn: Liver birth index and viability index,
oral-rat TDLo=36450mg/kg. Specific Developmental
Abnormalities: Central nervous system, Craniofacial, and
Musculoskeletal, subcutaneous- rat TDLo=500mg/kg.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
No information reported.
Physical:
No information available.
Other:
None.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
Shipping Name: |
Not regulated as a hazardous material |
No information available. |
Hazard Class: |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 119-36-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 119-36-8: immediate, delayed.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 119-36-8 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: Pennsylvania.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
XN
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of
water and seek medical advice.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 119-36-8: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 119-36-8 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 119-36-8 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 12/12/1997
Revision #4 Date: 10/03/2005
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