Product Name: Cyclohexyl Salicylate
Synonyms: Salicylic acid cyclohexyl ester
Recommended Uses: Fragrance ingredient, cosmetic formulations
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Emergency Contact: Emergency telephone number relevant to the region or locality
CAS Number: 87-22-9
EC Number: 201-730-4
Classification: Eye Irritant (Category 2A), Skin Sensitizer (Category 1B)
Label Elements: Signal word: Warning, Hazard statements: Causes serious eye irritation, may cause an allergic skin reaction
Pictograms: Exclamation mark (GHS07)
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes and skin, wash skin thoroughly after handling, use protective equipment
Hazard Overview: Irritation to skin and eyes, possible sensitizing for some users upon repeated exposure
Potential Health Effects: Inhalation: May cause respiratory irritation, Skin: Prolonged or repeated exposure can cause sensitization, Eyes: Causes irritation, Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed
Environmental Hazards: Harmful to aquatic life with long-term consequences
Chemical Identity: Cyclohexyl Salicylate
CAS Number: 87-22-9
Concentration: 100% (For pure substance)
Molecular Formula: C13H16O3
Molecular Weight: 220.27 g/mol
Impurities: Typically present at very low levels, including trace solvents or unreacted starting materials
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air. If breathing becomes difficult, seek medical attention. Remove from exposure and keep at rest.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing immediately. Wash affected skin thoroughly with soap and water. Do not reuse clothing until laundered.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously under running water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing and seek medical advice.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical attention.
Important Symptoms: Redness, irritation, sensitization of skin or eyes.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable Media: Avoid high pressure water spray that may spread the fire.
Special Hazards: Can release toxic fumes including carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide under fire conditions.
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
Precautions: Move containers from fire area if safe to do so, prevent runoff from entering waterways.
Firefighting Instructions: Cool exposed containers with water spray. Evacuate area if large quantities involved.
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable protective clothing, chemical resistant gloves, and safety goggles.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, surface water, and soil.
Spill Cleanup: Absorb spill with inert non-combustible material like sand or vermiculite. Shovel or sweep into suitable containers for disposal.
Decontamination: Wash spill site after removal of contaminated material.
Ventilation: Provide adequate ventilation in area of leak or spill.
Reporting: Notify authorities as required by local regulations.
Handling: Handle in well-ventilated areas. Avoid breathing vapors or mists, avoid skin and eye contact.
Hygiene: Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, protected from direct sunlight, heat, and ignition sources.
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, and bases can react with the product.
Workplace Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation where vapors may be generated.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established occupational exposure limits for Cyclohexyl Salicylate.
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate general and local exhaust ventilation to minimize exposure.
Personal Protective Equipment: Eyes: Safety goggles or face shield. Hands: Chemical resistant gloves. Body: Suitable protective clothing. Respiratory: Approved respirator if vapor is present above safe levels.
Environmental Exposure Controls: Implement measures to prevent product from entering drains or water courses.
Work Practice Controls: Wash thoroughly after handling, before eating or drinking.
Appearance: Clear, colorless to slightly yellow liquid.
Odor: Mild, sweet, floral fragrance.
pH: Not applicable (insoluble in water).
Melting Point: -7°C
Boiling Point: 322°C
Flash Point: 146°C (closed cup)
Flammability: Not highly flammable, but combustible under certain conditions.
Vapor Pressure: Low at room temperature.
Solubility: Insoluble in water; readily soluble in organic solvents such as ethanol or oils.
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): High, suggests potential for bioaccumulation.
Density: 1.08 g/cm³
Viscosity: Not specified.
Decomposition Temperature: Decomposes at elevated temperature.
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and handling.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, open flames, sparks, direct sunlight.
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Combustion may yield carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and other unidentified organic compounds.
Hazardous Polymerization: Not expected under normal storage and use.
Reactivity: No specific reactivity hazards known under recommended conditions.
Acute Toxicity: Low oral toxicity in animal studies; estimated LD50 (oral, rat) > 2000 mg/kg.
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause slight to moderate skin irritation upon prolonged or repeated contact.
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Can cause eye irritation.
Respiratory Sensitization: No data indicating respiratory sensitization.
Skin Sensitization: May cause allergic skin reaction in sensitive individuals.
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: No evidence of mutagenic effects found during testing.
Carcinogenicity: No components listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, or OSHA.
Reproductive Toxicity: No reproductive or developmental toxicity identified in available studies.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): No data to suggest specific target organ effects from single exposure.
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): No data to suggest toxicity from prolonged exposure.
Aspiration Hazard: Not expected to be an aspiration hazard under normal use.
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable; potential for persistence in the environment.
Bioaccumulative Potential: High partition coefficient indicates possible bioaccumulation in aquatic organisms.
Mobility in Soil: Low water solubility limits mobility through soil and water systems.
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to waterways. Long-term adverse effects on aquatic life are possible even in small amounts.
Disposal Methods: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations. Do not dump into drains, surface water, or soil.
Waste Treatment Methods: Incineration in approved facility recommended. Handle contaminated packaging as hazardous waste.
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers should be completely drained, triple-rinsed, and then disposed of as regulated material.
Special Precautions: Avoid release into the environment during disposal processes.
UN Number: Not regulated for transport according to current regulations.
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as a dangerous good under ADR/RID, IMO/IMDG, IATA/ICAO.
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant as per IMDG code, but take steps to avoid accidental spills during transport.
Special Precautions for User: Transport in securely closed containers upright to prevent leaks. Avoid extreme temperatures during transportation.
Safety, Health, and Environmental Regulations: Cyclohexyl Salicylate is subject to workplace safety regulations in many jurisdictions. Not listed on the US TSCA as a hazardous chemical, but exposure must follow OSHA standards for handling irritants.
Chemical Inventory Listing: Included in inventories such as EINECS (Europe), DSL (Canada), AICS (Australia).
Restrictions: May face use restrictions in cosmetics and personal care under IFRA guidelines.
Labelling Requirements: Hazard pictogram, warning statement, and safe handling advice under GHS.
Other Regulations: Observe limitations regarding aquatic releases as per local environmental protection acts.
Product Classification: Classified for transport, workplace, and consumer use in line with international chemical hazard standards.
