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Salicylic acid

CAS 69-72-7
EC 200-712-3

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Salicylic acid
Product Code
L03985

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
69-72-7 Check regulations →
EC Number
200-712-3 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H318 Causes serious eye damage.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Salicylic acid EC: 200-712-3 69-72-7 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

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

Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

Medical Treatment

Seek medical treatment.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

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

Specific hazards

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

Firefighter Protection

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

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental

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

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Store in the dark. Store away from strong bases. Store away from oxidizing agents.

Fire prevention

No information known.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

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

Hands

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: Nitrile rubber, NBR. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes): Not determined.

Eyes

Tightly sealed goggles

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present. Recommended filter device for short term use: Use a respirator with type N95 (USA) or PE (EN 143) cartridges 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.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Solubility
---
Physical State
solid
Solubility In Water
1.8 g/l
Form
Crystalline powder
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Vapor Pressure
Not applicable.
Ph
Not applicable.
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Molecular Weight
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Odor
Not determined
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Voc Content
---
Cloud Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Density
1.443 g/cm³ (12.042 lbs/gal)
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Flammability
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Solidification Point
---
Relative Density
Not determined.
Freezing Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Appearance
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Boiling Point
211 °C (412 °F) (20mm Hg)
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Flash Point
157 °C (315 °F)
Melting Point
158-160 °C (316-320 °F)
Colour
White to cream
Physical State Data
solid
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Metal Corrosion
---
Bulk Density
---
Properties Status
---
Softening Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility In Fat
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents, Bases, Light

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

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

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed

For use only by technically qualified individuals.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Salicylic acid?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Salicylic acid?

Salicylic acid is a solid with white to cream color. It has not determined odor.

What is Salicylic acid used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for Salicylic acid?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.

What is the melting point of Salicylic acid?

The melting point is 158-160 °C (316-320 °F) and the boiling point is 211 °C (412 °F) (20mm Hg).