MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

1. Product Identification:

Product Name:                

Octanyl Acetate

Chemical Name:            

n-Octyl Acetate

Molecular Formula:

C10H20O2

Structural Formulas:

 

 

2051-50-5

Synonyms:

Octyl acetate; Octanol, acetate; Acetic acid, octyl ester

INCI Name:

Octyl Acetate

CAS #:                           

112-14-1

County of Origin:          

China

 

2. Classification:

Chemical Identification: n-Octyl Acetate

UN No. 3272: Esters, n.o.s.

Packaging Group: III          Class: 3

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3. Hazardous Ingredients Information:

 

4. Physical & Chemical Properties:

Appearance:                   

Colorless clear liquid.

Odor:                              

Characteristic somewhat fruity odor.

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Almost insoluble in water.

Molecular Weight:

172.27 g/mol

Melting Point:

-38.5 °C

Boiling Point:

211 °C

Specific Gravity:            

0.846 – 0.866 @ 20°C

Refractive Index:

1.392 – 1.492 @ 20°C

Optical Rotation:

-6.5 – -3.5 @ 20°C

Assay Purity:

>95 %

Flash Point:

86 °C

 

5. Fire/Explosion Hazard:

Flash Point: 86 °C

Flammable liquid. Will ignite if overheated.

 

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:

LD50 (oral, rat): > 3000 mg/kg

LD50 (dermal, rabbit): > 5000 mg/kg

Mild to moderate irritant to skin, eye, nose and throat. High concentrations can probably cause symptoms of central nervous system (CNS) depression, such as headache, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness and confusion). Long-term exposure can cause dermatitis of skin.

 

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:

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: 8th May 2006

 

Disclaimer

 

The information contained in this Certificate of Analysis and Material Safety Data Sheet are obtained from current and reliable sources.  As the ordinary or otherwise use(s) of this product is outside the control of New Directions Aromatics Inc., no representation or warranty, expressed or implied is made as to the effect(s) of such use(s) (including damage or injury), or the results obtained.

 

New Directions Aromatics Inc. expressly disclaims responsibility as to the ordinary or otherwise use(s).  Furthermore, New Directions Aromatics as to the fitness for any use should consider nothing container herein as a recommendation.  The liability of New Directions Aromatics Inc. is limited to the value of the goods and does not include any consequential loss.

 

 

CERTIFICATE OF ANALYSIS

 

Product: Octanyl Acetate

Product No: 28012

Lot No: 28012-01

 

 

Specifications:

Results:

Appearance:                   

Colorless clear liquid.

Complies

Odor:                              

Characteristic somewhat fruity odor.

Complies

Solubility:

Soluble in alcohol and oils. Almost insoluble in water.

Complies

Specific Gravity:            

0.846 – 0.866 @ 20°C

Complies

 

Refractive Index:

1.392 – 1.492 @ 20°C

Complies

 

Optical Rotation:

-6.5 – -3.5 @ 20°C

Complies

 

Assay Purity:

>95 %

Complies