Palmitic Acid
Synonyms: Hexadecanoic acid
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
Palmitic Acid
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL3392
CAS Number
57-10-3
EC Number
200-312-9
EC Index Number
-
Grade
98% For Synthesis
HSN Code
29157010
Molecular Formula
C16H32O2
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
Palmitic Acid
Catalogue No.
AL3392
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
57-10-3
EC Number
200-312-9
Grade
98% For Synthesis
EC Index Number
-
Chemical Formula
C16H32O2
HSN Code
29157010
Synonyms
Hexadecanoic acid
Chemical Structure
-
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Used in the synthesis of various chemical products, including soaps and surfactants.
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
Not classified as hazardous (majority of notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory)
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 985 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
None required
Signal word
None
Hazard statements
None
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
None identified.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
Palmitic Acid
CAS No.
57-10-3
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after skin contact
Wash with soap and water. If irritation occurs, seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if symptoms occur.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
May cause mild irritation to skin and eyes.
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
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. Advice for firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus for firefighting if necessary.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Carbon oxides.
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
Contain spill and collect using inert absorbent material. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference
Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use in a well-ventilated area.
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 bases, oxidants and reducing agents. Well closed.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Handle with gloves.
Eye protection
Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection
Choose body protection in relation to its type, to the concentration and amount of dangerous substances, and to the specific work-place.
Respiratory protection
Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection from nuisance levels of dusts are desired, use type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) dust masks.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state
Solid
Colour
White
Odour
Virtually odorless; slight characteristic odor
Odour threshold
Not determined
pH value
Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not determined
Melting point
62.49 °C
Freezing point
Not determined
Boiling point
351.5 °C
Flash point
> 200 °C
Auto-ignition temperature
Not determined
Decomposition temperature
Not determined
Flammability (solid, gas)
Combustible
Vapour pressure
3.8X10-7 mm Hg at 25 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C
Not applicable
Density
Density: 0.8527 g/cu cm at 62 °C
Solubility
In water, 0.04 mg/L at 25 °C
Log Pow
7.17
Viscosity, kinematic
Not determined
Viscosity, dynamic
Not determined
Explosive properties
Not explosive
Oxidising properties
Not oxidizing
Explosive limits
Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity
Stable under normal conditions.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Reacts with bases, oxidants and reducing agents.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products
When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Mouse iv 57 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Serious eye damage/irritation
Not classified (based on available data)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
Not classified (based on available data)
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)
Not assigned
UN-No. (IMDG)
Not assigned
UN-No. (IATA)
Not assigned
UN-No. (ADN)
Not assigned
UN-No. (RID)
Not assigned
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
Not classified as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
Not classified as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
Not classified as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
Not classified as dangerous goods
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
Not classified as dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
Not applicable
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
Not applicable
Packing group (IMDG)
Not applicable
Packing group (IATA)
Not applicable
Packing group (ADN)
Not applicable
Packing group (RID)
Not applicable
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.