MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
1. Product Identification:
Product Name:	Musk Ketones
Chemical Name:	2,6-Dinitro-3,5-dimethyl-4-acetyl- tert-butyl benzene
Molecular Formula:	C14H18N2O5
Structural Formulas:
Synonyms:	Acetyl-dinitro-butyl-xylene; Dinitro-tert-butyl xylyl methyl ketone; 1-[4-(1,1-dimethyl ethyl)-2,6-dimethyl-3,5-dinitro phenyl]-ethanone; 4'-tert-butyl-2',6'- dimethyl- 3',5'-dinitro- acetophenone; Ketone musk; 1-Acetyl-4-tert-butyl-2,6- dimethyl-3,5- dinitrobenzene; Ketone moschus; 1-(4-tert-Butyl-2,6-dimethyl-3,5-dinitro phenyl) ethanone
INCI Name:	Musk Ketone
CAS #:	81-14-1
Country of Origin:	China
2. Classification:
Chemical Identification: 2,6-Dinitro-3,5-dimethyl-4-acetyl- tert-butyl benzene UN No. 1224: Ketones, n.o.s. Packaging Group: III Class: 3 24 HOUR EMERGENCY TELEPHONE NUMBER: (613)-996-6666 CANUTEC
3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:
2,6-Dinitro-3,5-dimethyl-4-acetyl- tert-butyl benzene
4. Physical & Chemical Properties:
Appearance:	White to light yellow slice crystals.
Odor:	Characteristic musk odor.
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and paraffin oil. Insoluble in water.
Molecular Weight:	294-38 g/mol
Melting Point:	133 – 138
Boiling Point:	395 °C
Assay Purity:	>99 %
Flash Point:	>150 °C
5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:
Flash Point: > 150 °C
6. Reactivity/Stability Data:
Reactivity: Stable. Avoid nitrates, strong oxidizers, alkalis, and acids.
Decomposition: When heated to decomposition produces carbon monoxide smoke.
7. Toxicological Properties/Information:
Small particles/dust can be irritating to mucus membrane, skin and eyes. Avoid contact. Oral (rat); LD50 > 10000 mg kg^-1 Skin (rabbit); LD50 > 10000 mg kg^-1
8. Preventive Data:
Spillage: Absorb spills, cover with an inert, non-combustible, inorganic absorbent material, and remove to an approved disposal container.
Fire: Recommended extinguishing media – CO2, foam and dry chemicals. DO NOT use direct water jet on burning material.
Environment: Keep away from drains, surface and ground water.
Storage: Store in cool, dry and well ventilated area protected in tightly closed container away from sources of ignition, heat and sunlight.
9. First Aid Measures:
Eye contact: Flush with water for at least 15 minutes. Call physician if irritation persists.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Avoid casual breathing.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth and consult a physician immediately. Never-give anything by mouth if victim is unconscious, is rapidly-losing consciousness, or is convulsing.
Skin contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash with soap and plenty of water.
11. Individual Protection for Industrial Use:
Use safety glasses. Avoid breathing in product by ensuring good ventilation when handling. Avoid skin contact by using chemical resistant gloves.
12. Preparation Information:
Quality Assurance New Directions Aromatics Inc. Brampton ON L7A 1C5 Revision Date: 3^th June 2008
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CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS
Product: Musk Ketones
Product No: 28010		Lot No: 28010-A02
	Specifications:	Results:
Appearance:	White to light yellow slice crystals.	Complies
Odor:	Characteristic musk odor.	Complies
Solubility:	Soluble in alcohol and paraffin oil. Insoluble in water.	Complies
Assay Purity:	>99 %	Complies