Safety Data Sheet - Furfuryl Alcohol

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Furfuryl Alcohol

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL2246

CAS Number 98-00-0

EC Number 202-626-1

EC Index Number 605-001-00-0

Grade 98% For Synthesis

HSN Code 29321300

Molecular Formula C5H6O2

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Furfuryl Alcohol

Catalogue No. AL2246

Product form Substance

CAS Number 98-00-0

EC Number 202-626-1

Grade 98% For Synthesis

EC Index Number 605-001-00-0

Chemical Formula C5H6O2

HSN Code 29321300

Synonyms 2-Furfuryl alcohol, Furfural alcohol

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Used as a monomer in furan resin synthesis and as a synthetic intermediate.

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Acute Tox. 4; Eye Irrit. 2; Acute Tox. 3; STOT SE 3; Carc. 2; STOT RE 2

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7361 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Acute Toxic, Health Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H302: Harmful if swallowed; H312: Harmful in contact with skin; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H331: Toxic if inhaled; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H351: Suspected of causing cancer; H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Suspected carcinogen; may cause respiratory irritation.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Furfuryl Alcohol

CAS No. 98-00-0

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately flush the contaminated skin with water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water. Get medical attention promptly.

First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Headache, dizziness, nausea, respiratory irritation, skin irritation.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Combustible liquid. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area. Ventilate and contain spill. Use appropriate protective equipment.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Collect leaking liquid in sealable non-plastic containers. Absorb remaining liquid in inert absorbent. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE). Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Separated from strong oxidants, acids and food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless to pale yellow

Odour Faint burning odor

Odour threshold No data available

pH value No data available

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) No data available

Melting point -14.6 °C

Freezing point No data available

Boiling point 171 °C

Flash point 167 °F (75 °C) (Open cup)

Auto-ignition temperature +490 °C (915 °F)

Decomposition temperature No data available

Flammability (solid, gas) Not applicable

Vapour pressure Vapor pressure, Pa at 20 °C: 53

Relative vapour density at 20°C 3.37 (Air = 1)

Density 1.1296 g/cu cm at 20 °C

Solubility Soluble in chloroform; very soluble in ethanol, ethyl ether

Log Pow log Kow= 0.28

Viscosity, kinematic No data available

Viscosity, dynamic No data available

Explosive properties No data available

Oxidising properties No data available

Explosive limits No data available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Turns amber due to autoxidation and intermolecular dehydration during storage and turns black in presence of air.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Reacts with strong oxidants and acids. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks some types of plastic.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Not specified

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 275 mg/kg fed as 2 % aq. soln; LC50 Rat inhalation 233 ppm/ 4 hr; LD50 Rat ip 650 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity H351: Suspected of causing cancer

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335: May cause respiratory irritation

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) H373: May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) UN 2874

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 2874

UN-No. (IATA) UN 2874

UN-No. (ADN) UN 2874

UN-No. (RID) UN 2874

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Furfuryl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Furfuryl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Furfuryl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Furfuryl Alcohol

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Furfuryl Alcohol

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 6.1

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) III

Packing group (IMDG) III

Packing group (IATA) III

Packing group (ADN) III

Packing group (RID) III

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.