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3,5-Dimethylphenol

CAS 108-68-9
EC 203-606-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
3,5-Dimethylphenol
Product Code
L05600
Chemical Name
3,5-Dimethylphenol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
108-68-9 Check regulations →
EC Number
203-606-5 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

800-343-0660

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

Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H301
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H311
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B H314

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

Hazard Statements

H301 + H311 Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/...
P303 + P361 + P353 If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P361 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
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

Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
3,5-Dimethylphenol EC: 203-606-5 108-68-9 --- 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

Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

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. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental

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

Cleanup methods

Use neutralizing agent.

Materials: neutralizing agent

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.

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

Eyes

Tightly sealed goggles. Full face protection

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

State Under Standard Conditions
---
Melting Point
64 °C (147 °F)
Solidification Point
---
Voc Content
---
Flammability
Not determined.
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Ph
Not applicable.
Bulk Density
---
Form
Crystalline
Relative Density
Not determined.
Freezing Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Softening Point
---
Density
1.12 g/cm³ (9.346 lbs/gal)
Flash Point
109 °C (228 °F)
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Explosive Limits
---
Vapor Pressure
1.3 hPa (1 mm Hg)
Solubility In Fat
---
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Physical State Data
solid
Appearance
---
Colour Intensity
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
10 g/l
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Cloud Point
---
Solubility
---
Properties Status
---
Boiling Point
222 °C (432 °F)
Metal Corrosion
---
Colour
Not determined
Crystallisation Point
---
Physical State
Crystalline
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Odor
Not determined
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

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

UN Number
UN2261
Shipping Name
XYLENOLS, SOLID
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
II
ADR

Warning: Toxic substances

IMDG

Warning: Toxic substances

IATA

Warning: Toxic substances

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 3,5-Dimethylphenol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 3,5-Dimethylphenol?

3,5-Dimethylphenol is a crystalline with not determined color. It has not determined odor.

What is 3,5-Dimethylphenol used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for 3,5-Dimethylphenol?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H301 + H311: Toxic if swallowed or in contact with skin.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What is the melting point of 3,5-Dimethylphenol?

The melting point is 64 °C (147 °F) and the boiling point is 222 °C (432 °F).