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2-Phenylethanol

CAS 60-12-8
EC 200-456-2

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
2-Phenylethanol
Product Code
A15241, L04611
Chemical Name
2-Phenylethanol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
60-12-8 Check regulations →
EC Number
200-456-2 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar logo

Alfa Aesar

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Alfa Aesar

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

After normal business hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H311
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H311 Toxic in contact with skin.
H315 Causes skin irritation.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
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.
P362 Take off 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
2-Phenylethanol EC: 200-456-2 60-12-8 --- 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 (inhalation, skin), consult a doctor (eye), seek medical treatment (swallowing).

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.

Cleanup methods

Absorb with liquid-binding material

Materials: sand, diatomite, acid binders, universal binders, sawdust

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. Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers. Keep container tightly sealed.

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.

Eyes

Safety glasses

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

Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Flash Point
101 °C (214 °F)
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Voc Content
---
Explosive Limits
---
Ph
Not determined.
Colour Intensity
---
Density
1.021 g/cm³ (8.52 lbs/gal)
Form
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Boiling Point
219 °C (426 °F)
Appearance
Liquid, Colorless
Metal Corrosion
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Solubility In Water
Not determined
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Freezing Point
---
Flammability
Not determined.
Molecular Weight
---
Bulk Density
---
Odor
Not determined
Relative Density
Not determined.
Cloud Point
---
Vapor Pressure
Not determined
Auto Ignition Temperature
Not determined
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Melting Point
-27 °C (-17 °F)
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solidification Point
---
Properties Status
---
Colour
Colorless
Solubility
---
Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
Solubility In Fat
---
Physical State
Liquid
Softening Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
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

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

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
UN2810
Shipping Name
Toxic, liquids, organic, n.o.s. (2-Phenylethanol)
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
IMDG

Warning: Toxic substances

IATA

Warning: Toxic substances

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for 2-Phenylethanol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 2-Phenylethanol?

2-Phenylethanol is a liquid appearing as liquid, colorless with colorless color. It has not determined odor.

What is 2-Phenylethanol used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for 2-Phenylethanol?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H311: Toxic in contact with skin.
  • H315: Causes skin irritation.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of 2-Phenylethanol?

The melting point is -27 °C (-17 °F) and the boiling point is 219 °C (426 °F).