DECANOIC ACID(CAPRIC ACID)|RONAS CHEMICALS IND.CO.,LTD.

MSDS of DECANOIC ACID (CAPRIC ACID)

Material Safety Data Sheets of DECANOIC ACID (CAPRIC ACID)-------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------
1. CHEMICAL PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Decanoic acid
Product Catalog Numbers: DR-0402
Synonyms: Capric Acid
Molecular Formula: CH3(CH2)8CO2H
Molecular Weight: 172.27
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2. COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS# :334-48-5
Chemical Name :Decanoic acid
Percent:>99.0
EINECS/ELINCS: 206-376-4
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3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
CAUTION! MAY BE HARMFUL IF ABSORBED THROUGH THE SKIN. MAY CAUSE RESPIRATORY AND
DIGESTIVE TRACT IRRITATION. CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION. TARGET ORGANS: NONE KNOWN.
NFPA Hazard Ratings: Health - 2, Flammability - 1, Reactivity - 0
NOTE: NFPA ratings involve data and interpretations that may vary from company to company. They are intended
only for rapid, general identification of the magnitude of the specific hazard. To deal adequately with the safe
handling of this material, all the information contained in this MSDS must be considered.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes eye irritation.
Skin: Causes moderate skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion: May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic: No information found.
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4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get
medical aid immediately.
Skin: Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.
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5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower: Not available.
Upper: Not available.
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand,
MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. This material in sufficient quantity and reduced
particle size is capable of creating a dust explosion.
Extinguishing Media: In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
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6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks: Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal.
Avoid generating dusty conditions.
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7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and
accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible
substances.
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8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls: Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
ACGIH: none listed
NIOSH: none listed

OSHA - Final PELs: none listed
OSHA Vacated PELs: Decanoic acid: No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149.
Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
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9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Crystals
Appearance: white
Odor: Unpleasant odor
PH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 0.13 hPa @ 79 deg C
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 270 deg C
Freezing/Melting Point:31.5 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: 0.15 G/L (200C)
Specific Gravity/Density:.8930g/cm3
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10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Bases, reducing agents, oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
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11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Oral, rat: LD50 = 3730 mg/kg;
Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 1770 mg/kg;
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 334-48-5: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology: No data available.
Teratogenicity: No data available.
Reproductive Effects: No data available.
Neurotoxicity: No data available.
Mutagenicity: No data available.
Other Studies: No data available.
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12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity: Not available.
Environmental Fate: Not available.
Physical/Chemical: Not available.
Other: Not available.
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13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
RCRA D-Series Maximum Concentration ofContaminants: None listed.
RCRA D-Series Chronic Toxicity ReferenceLevels: None listed.
RCRA F-Series: None listed.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
Not regulated as a hazardous material.
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15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 334-48-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
SARA
Section 302 (RQ)
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
Section 302 (TPQ)
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 334-48-5: acute.
Section 313

No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act: This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants. This material does not contain any
Class 1 Ozone depletors. This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act: None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA. None
of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA. None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA: None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 334-48-5 is not present on state lists from CA, PA, MN, MA, FL, or NJ.
California No Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals in this product are listed. European/International
Regulations European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases: R 21 Harmful in contact with skin. R 36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
Safety Phrases: S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 334-48-5: 1
Canada
CAS# 334-48-5 is listed on Canada's DSL/NDSL List.
WHMIS: Not available.
CAS# 334-48-5 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
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16. OTHER INFORMATION
The information contained herein is based on current knowledge and experience; no responsibility is accepted that
the information is sufficient or correct in all cases. Users should consider these data only as a supplement to other
information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of
information from all sources to assure proper use and disposal of these materials and the safety and health of
employees and customers and the protection of the environment.