o-Phthalaldehyde
Synonyms: 1,2-Benzenedicarboxaldehyde
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name
o-Phthalaldehyde
Product Form
Substance
Catalogue No.
AL3556
CAS Number
643-79-8
EC Number
211-402-2
EC Index Number
605-005-00-2
Grade
AR, For Fluorometry
HSN Code
29122990
Molecular Formula
C8H6O2
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name
o-Phthalaldehyde
Catalogue No.
AL3556
Product form
Substance
CAS Number
643-79-8
EC Number
211-402-2
Grade
AR, For Fluorometry
EC Index Number
605-005-00-2
Chemical Formula
C8H6O2
HSN Code
29122990
Synonyms
1,2-Benzenedicarboxaldehyde
Chemical Structure
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1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture
Fluorogenic reagent for detecting primary amines and amino acids.
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. 3; Skin Corr. 1B; Skin Sens. 1; Eye Dam. 1; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1
Classification source
ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 4807 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms
Corrosive, Acute Toxic, Environmental Hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H301: Toxic if swallowed; H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction; H318: Causes serious eye damage; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards
Corrosive to metals; may cause skin and eye burns.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name
o-Phthalaldehyde
CAS No.
643-79-8
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation
Move to fresh air. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after skin contact
Wash with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
First-aid measures after eye contact
Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Seek medical attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion
Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use
Irritation of the respiratory tract, skin burns, eye damage.
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.
Unsuitable extinguishing media
Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures
May emit toxic fumes under fire conditions. Use water spray to cool containers.
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. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain spill and absorb with inert material.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up
Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Vacuum with specialist equipment or carefully sweep into sealable containers. Carefully collect remainder.
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 gloves and eye protection. 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
Well closed. Separated from oxidants, amines, strong bases and food and feedstuffs. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection
Handle with gloves.
Eye protection
Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin and body protection
Complete suit protecting against chemicals. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
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
Solid
Colour
White to pale yellow
Odour
Characteristic
Odour threshold
Not determined
pH value
Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
Not determined
Melting point
55.8 °C
Freezing point
Not determined
Boiling point
BP: 83 °C at 0.8 mm Hg
Flash point
132 °C (270 °F) - closed cup
Auto-ignition temperature
Not determined
Decomposition temperature
Not determined
Flammability (solid, gas)
Not flammable
Vapour pressure
0.0052 mm Hg at 21 °C (0.69 Pa)
Relative vapour density at 20°C
Relative vapor density (air = 1): 4.6
Density
Density (at 20 °C): 1.13 g/cm³
Solubility
In water, 5 g/100 mL at 20 °C
Log Pow
0.51
Viscosity, kinematic
Not applicable
Viscosity, dynamic
Not applicable
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. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions
Reacts with oxidants, amines and strong bases. This generates fire and explosion hazard.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid
Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizers, bases.
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
Toxic if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through skin.
Skin corrosion/irritation
H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Serious eye damage/irritation
H318: Causes serious eye damage
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
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)
2923
UN-No. (IMDG)
2923
UN-No. (IATA)
2923
UN-No. (ADN)
2923
UN-No. (RID)
2923
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
o-Phthalaldehyde
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
o-Phthalaldehyde
Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
o-Phthalaldehyde
Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
o-Phthalaldehyde
Proper Shipping Name (RID)
o-Phthalaldehyde
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es)
8 (6.1)
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR)
II
Packing group (IMDG)
II
Packing group (IATA)
II
Packing group (ADN)
II
Packing group (RID)
II
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.