1. PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Product Name:     3-OCTANOL, 99+%

Synonyms:            Ethyl pentyl carbinol

2. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

CHEMICAL IDENTIFICATION                            : 3-Octanol

CAS                                                                        : 589-98-0

EINECS                                                                 : 209-667-4

3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Potential Health Effects

Eye:                       May cause eye irritation.

Skin:                      Causes moderate skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Ingestion:              Expected to be a low ingestion hazard.

Inhalation:             May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

4. FIRST-AID MEASURES

Eyes:                      Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Skin:                       Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Ingestion:              Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

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.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

General Information:           As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Combustible liquid.

Extinguishing Media:          Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

General Information:           Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.

Spills/Leaks:                        Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling:              Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Storage:                 Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROL

Engineering Controls:        Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Exposure Limits                  CAS# 589-98-0:

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes:                     Wear chemical splash goggles.

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.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

APPEARANCE AT 20ºC : colorless clear liquid

ODOR                                       : earthy

DENSITY AT 20ºC (g/ml)           : 0.816 to 0.821

REFRACTIVE INDEX nD20        : 1.42500 to 1.42900

OPTICAL ROTATION (º)            : +5 to +7

FLASHPOINT (ºC)                     : 65

SOLUBILITY                             : soluble in alcohol

ASSAY (% GC)                          : 80 to 98%.

 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

 Chemical Stability:                                             Stable.

Conditions to Avoid:                                            Incompatible materials, excess heat.

Incompatibilities with Other Materials             Strong oxidizing agents.

Hazardous Decomposition Products                             Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Hazardous Polymerization                                               Will not occur.

 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 RTECS#:               CAS# 589-98-0: RH0855000

LD50/LC50:          RTECS:

CAS# 589-98-0: Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Moderate;

Oral, rat: LD50 = >5 gm/kg;

Skin, rabbit: LD50 = >5 gm/kg;

Other:

Carcinogenicity:   DL-3-OCTANOL - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.

 Other:                     See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.                                                   

 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

 BIODEGRADABILITY          : Not determined.

PRECAUTIONS                   : Prevent contamination of soil, ground and surface water.

 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

 Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

 14. TRANSPORT REGULATIONS

 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

 HAZARDS             : IRRITANT 

SYMBOLS             : Xi 

R. PHRASES        : R 36/37/38 - Irritating to eyes, respiratory system, and skin.

S. PHRASES        : S 02 - Keep out of the reach of children.

S 24/25 - Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

S 26 - In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.

S 37/39 - Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.

 16. OTHER INFORMATION

 We believe the above information to be correct but we do not present it as all inclusive and as such should be used as a guide. AOS PRODUCTS PVT LTD shall not be held responsible for any damage or injury resulting from contact with the above.