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Ethyl formate

DANGER Liquid SDS/MSDS

Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Ethyl formate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

Uses Information

Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development

Overview

Ethyl formate is a general information appearance substance commonly used su24 scientific research and development.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Category 2 H225
Acute Tox. Category 4 H302
Acute Tox. Category 4 H332
Eye Irrit. Category 2A H319
STOT SE Category 3 H335

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS02 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Flammable hazard - Fire risk materials including gases, liquids, and solids

GHS02

GHS07 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Health hazard warning - Materials harmful to health including irritants and sensitizers

GHS07

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H332: Harmful if inhaled.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
  • P262: Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
  • P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
  • P305+P351+P338: If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
  • P403: Store in a well-ventilated place.

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. company logo - Safety Data Sheet supplier organization

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

๐Ÿ“

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

๐ŸŒ

US

๐Ÿ“ž

800-343-0660

๐Ÿ“ 

800-322-4757

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

Emergency Contact

๐Ÿ“ž

(800) 343-0660

๐Ÿ•’

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

๐Ÿ“ž

(866) 928-0789

๐Ÿ’ก

After normal business hours

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Product Type

substance

General Composition

Substances

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Ethyl formate
EC: 203-721-0
109-94-4 100% โœ“ Non-hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

๐Ÿซ Inhalation Exposure

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.

Symptoms:

Harmful if inhaled.

๐Ÿ–๏ธ Skin Contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Eye Contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Symptoms:

Causes serious eye irritation.

๐Ÿฝ๏ธ Ingestion/Swallowing

Seek medical treatment.

Symptoms:

Harmful if swallowed.

Fire Fighting Measures & Emergency Response

Fire suppression methods, extinguishing media, and firefighting safety procedures

โœ… Suitable Extinguishing Media

Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

โš ๏ธ Specific Fire Hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide.

๐Ÿ›ก๏ธ Firefighter Protection Equipment

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

Accidental Release Measures & Spill Response

Emergency spill cleanup procedures, containment methods, and environmental protection

๐Ÿšจ Emergency Procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation. Keep away from ignition sources.

๐ŸŒ Environmental Precautions

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

๐Ÿงช Physical State
Liquid
Critical Property
๐Ÿ“Š Physical State Data
liquid
๐Ÿ“Š State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Appearance
General Information Appearance
๐ŸŽจ Colour
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Colour Intensity
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Form
Liquid
๐Ÿ‘ƒ Odor
Fruit-like
๐Ÿ“Š Odor Threshold
Not determined.
๐Ÿงช Ph
4.1
๐ŸงŠ Melting Point
-81 ยฐC
Critical Property
๐Ÿ’จ Boiling Point
52-54 ยฐC
Critical Property
๐Ÿ”ฅ Flash Point
-19 ยฐC
Critical Property
๐Ÿ“Š Freezing Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Softening Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Solidification Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Cloud Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Crystallisation Point
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
๐Ÿ’จ Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
๐Ÿ’จ Vapor Pressure
256 hPa
๐Ÿ“Š Vapor Density
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Relative Density
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Bulk Density
Not available
โš–๏ธ Density
0.921 g/cm3
Critical Property
๐Ÿ”ฅ Flammability
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Upper Explosive Limit
16.5 Vol %
๐Ÿ“Š Lower Explosive Limit
2.7 Vol %
๐Ÿ“Š Explosive Limits
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Auto Ignition Temperature
440 ยฐC
๐Ÿ“Š Decomposition Temperature
Not determined.
๐Ÿ’ง Solubility
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
๐Ÿ“Š Solubility In Water
105 g/l
๐Ÿ“Š Solubility In Fat
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Molecular Weight
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Voc Content
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Metal Corrosion
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Dynamic Viscosity
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Kinematic Viscosity
Not available
๐Ÿ“Š Properties Status
Not available

Safe Handling & Storage Procedures

Industrial handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace safety requirements

โš ๏ธ Handling Precautions

โ€ข Handle under dry protective gas.

โ€ข Keep container tightly sealed.

โ€ข Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

๐Ÿช Storage Conditions

โ€ข Refrigerate.

โ€ข Store under dry inert gas.

โ€ข This product is moisture sensitive.

โ€ข Keep container tightly sealed.

โ€ข Protect from humidity and water.

๐Ÿ”ฅ Fire Prevention Measures

Protect against electrostatic charges. Fumes can combine with air to form an explosive mixture. Keep ignition sources away.

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

๐Ÿญ Engineering Controls

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

๐Ÿงค Hand Protection

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Material of gloves Butyl rubber, BR. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined 167. Glove thickness: 0.3 mm

๐Ÿ‘๏ธ Eye Protection

Safety glasses with side shields / NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU)

๐Ÿ˜ท Respiratory Protection

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type AXBEK (EN 14387) as a backup to engineering controls. Risk assessment should be performed to determine if air-purifying respirators are appropriate. Only use equipment tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (USA) or CEN (EU).

๐Ÿฆบ Skin/Body Protection

Protective work clothing.

Chemical Stability & Reactivity Data

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials information

โœ… Chemical Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

โš—๏ธ Reactivity

No information known.

โš ๏ธ Hazardous Reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

๐Ÿšซ Conditions to Avoid

No further relevant information available.

๐Ÿงช Incompatible Materials

Oxidizing agents, Air, Heat, Water/moisture

๐Ÿ’จ Hazardous Decomposition Products

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

Ecological Information & Environmental Impact

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and ecological effects data

๐ŸŒฑ Toxicity

Aquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Persistence and degradability

No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Bioaccumulative potential

No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Mobility in soil

No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT: Not applicable. vPvB: Not applicable.

๐ŸŒฑ Endocrine disrupting properties

No further relevant information available.

๐ŸŒฑ Other adverse effects

No further relevant information available.

Waste Disposal & Treatment Methods

Waste disposal procedures, treatment methods, and regulatory compliance requirements

โ™ป๏ธ Waste Treatment Methods

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

๐Ÿ—‚๏ธ Product Disposal Recommendations

Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

Transportation & Shipping Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory transport requirements

๐Ÿท๏ธ UN Number

UN1190

๐Ÿ“ฆ Proper Shipping Name

Ethyl formate

โš ๏ธ Transport Hazard Class

3

๐Ÿ“‹ Packing Group

II

๐Ÿšข IMDG Maritime Transport Precautions

Warning: Flammable liquids F-E,S-ฤŽ E

Regulatory Information & Compliance

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and regulatory compliance status

๐Ÿ“‹ Regulatory Summary

The product is classified and labeled in accordance with 29 CFR 1910 (OSHA HCS).

โŒ Chemical Safety Assessment

No chemical safety assessment has been performed for this substance.

โ„น๏ธ Additional Regulatory Information

Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them, and should make independent judgement of suitability of this information to ensure proper use and protect the health and safety of employees.

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What is the hazard signal word for Ethyl formate?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is the physical form of Ethyl formate?

Ethyl formate is a liquid appearing as general information appearance . It has fruit-like odor.

What is Ethyl formate used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Ethyl formate?

This substance has 5 hazard statements: H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor. H302: Harmful if swallowed. H332: Harmful if inhaled. H319: Causes serious eye irritation. H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Ethyl formate?

The melting point is -81 ยฐC and the boiling point is 52-54 ยฐC.