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Mesityl oxide

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Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
Mesityl oxide
Product Code
L05891
Chemical Name
Mesityloxide

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

EC Number

European Community number - used for regulatory compliance in EU/EEA

Uses Information

Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development

Overview

Mesityl oxide (CAS: 141-79-7 ) is a oil 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

warning (Warning)

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Category 3 H226
Acute Tox. Category 4 H302
Acute Tox. Category 4 H312
Acute Tox. Category 4 H332

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

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

GHS02

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

Hazard Statements

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H302 + H312 + H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.

Precautionary Statements

  • P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
  • P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
  • P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
  • P303 + P361 + P353: If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
  • P403 + P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
  • P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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

📍

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

🌍

US

📞

800-343-0660

📠

800-322-4757

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

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

Emergency Contact

📞

(800) 343-0660

🕒

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Product Type

substance

General Composition

Chemical characterization: Substances

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Mesityloxide
EC: 205-502-5
141-79-7 Not specified ✓ Non-hazardous

Additional Information

4-Methyl-4-penten-2-one

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

🫁 Inhalation Exposure

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

🖐️ Skin Contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

👁️ Eye Contact

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

🍽️ Ingestion/Swallowing

Seek medical treatment.

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

💨 Vapor Pressure
9.3 hPa (7 mm Hg)
📊 Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
📊 Explosive Limits
Not available
📊 Odor Threshold
Not determined.
🧪 Ph
Not determined.
💧 Solubility
Not available
📊 Metal Corrosion
Not available
🧊 Melting Point
-59 °℃ (-74 ºF)
Critical Property
📊 Cloud Point
Not available
📊 State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
📊 Properties Status
Not available
🎨 Colour
Colorless
📊 Auto Ignition Temperature
344 ℃ (651 ºF)
⚖️ Density
0.856 g/cm3 (7.143 lbs/gal)
Critical Property
📊 Colour Intensity
Not available
📊 Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
🧪 Physical State
Not available
💨 Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
👃 Odor
Not determined
👁️ Appearance
Oil
🔥 Flash Point
30 °C (86 °F)
Critical Property
📊 Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
📊 Molecular Weight
Not available
📊 Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
📊 Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
📊 Vapor Density
Not determined.
📊 Lower Explosive Limit
1.6 Vol %
📊 Solubility In Water
30 g/l
📊 Form
Not available
🔥 Flammability
Not applicable.
📊 Crystallisation Point
Not available
📊 Physical State Data
Not available
📊 Freezing Point
Not available
📊 Solubility In Fat
Not available
📊 Relative Density
Not determined.
📊 Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
📊 Solidification Point
Not available
💨 Boiling Point
129-130 ℃ (264-266 °F)
Critical Property
📊 Voc Content
Not available
📊 Bulk Density
Not available
📊 Softening Point
Not available

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

🏭 Engineering Controls

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

🧤 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. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined.

👁️ Eye Protection

Safety glasses.

😷 Respiratory Protection

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

🦺 Skin/Body Protection

Protective work clothing.

Transportation & Shipping Information

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

🏷️ UN Number

UN1229

📦 Proper Shipping Name

Mesityl oxide

⚠️ Transport Hazard Class

3

📋 Packing Group

III

🚢 IMDG Maritime Transport Precautions

F-E,S-Ď

✈️ IATA Air Transport Precautions

F-E,S-Ď

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

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

What is the hazard signal word for Mesityl oxide?

The signal word for this substance is "warning".

What is Mesityl oxide used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Mesityl oxide?

This substance has 2 hazard statements: H226: Flammable liquid and vapour. H302 + H312 + H332: Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.

What is the melting point of Mesityl oxide?

The melting point is -59 °℃ (-74 ºF) and the boiling point is 129-130 ℃ (264-266 °F).