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Hexadecanedioic acid

CAS 505-54-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Hexadecanedioic acid
Product Code
177504
Chemical Name
Hexadecanedioic acid

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
505-54-4 Check regulations →
REACH No.
A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration or the annual tonnage does not require a registration.

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV

manufacturer

Ildefonse Vandammestraat 5/7B B-1560 HOEILAART

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified no signal word

Hazard Classifications

Not Classified

GHS Pictograms

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Synonyms : Thapsic acid Formula : C16H30O4 Molecular weight : 286,41 g/mol CAS-No. : 505-54-4 EC-No. : 208-013-5

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Thapsic acid EC: 208-013-5 505-54-4 --- No

No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: make victim drink water (two glasses at most).

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult doctor if feeling unwell.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water Foam Carbon dioxide (CO2) Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Avoid inhalation of dusts. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up dry. Clean up affected area.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

For precautions see section 2.2.

Storage

Tightly closed. Dry.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of Regulation (EU) 2016/425 and the standard EN 374 derived from it. Full contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,11 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested:Dermatril® (KCL 740 / Aldrich Z677272, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374 If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

required when dusts are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type P1 The entrepeneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Flash Point
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Odor Threshold
---
Boiling Point
No data available
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Solubility In Water
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Freezing Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Ph
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Relative Density
No data available
Softening Point
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
No data available
Molecular Weight
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Solubility
---
Odor
No data available
Voc Content
---
Physical State
powder
Flammability
No data available
Appearance
---
Colour
white
Vapor Density
---
Melting Point
Melting point/ range: 120 - 123 °C
Physical State Data
solid
Colour Intensity
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Cloud Point
---
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Form
---
Properties Status
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
State Under Standard Conditions
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature) .

Reactivity

The following applies in general to flammable organic substances and mixtures: in correspondingly fine distribution, when whirled up a dust explosion potential may generally be assumed.

Hazardous reactions

no information available

Avoid

no information available

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

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

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Hexadecanedioic acid?

The signal word is no signal word.

What is the physical form of Hexadecanedioic acid?

Hexadecanedioic acid is a powder with white color. It has no data available odor.

What is Hexadecanedioic acid used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What is the melting point of Hexadecanedioic acid?

The melting point is Melting point/ range: 120 - 123 °C and the boiling point is No data available.