Chemical Name: Hexyl Cinnamaldehyde
CAS No: 101-86-0
Synonyms: 2-benzylideneoctanal, alpha-hexylcinnamaldehyde
Recommended Use: Used in fragrances, personal care, household products, and cosmetics
Supplier: Contact details for supplier or manufacturer should be provided on request
Emergency Phone Number: Local poison control or national emergency response
Classification: Skin Sensitiser (Category 1), Eye Irritant (Category 2), Acute Toxicity (oral, Category 5)
Signal Word: Warning
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Hazard Statements: May cause an allergic skin reaction, causes serious eye irritation, may be harmful if swallowed
Precautionary Statements: Avoid skin contact, wear protective gloves and eye/face protection, wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid breathing vapors, if skin irritation or rash occurs seek medical advice
Chemical Name: Hexyl Cinnamaldehyde
Concentration: Typically >95%
Impurities: Trace amounts of related aldehydes or byproducts possible as residuals
Chemical Formula: C15H20O
Molecular Weight: 216.32 g/mol
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air and keep at rest, seek medical attention if symptoms appear
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash immediately with soap and plenty of water, do not reuse contaminated clothing until thoroughly cleaned, monitor for skin irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately and continuously with plenty of water, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical advice if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person, seek immediate medical help if symptoms or concerns arise
Most Important Symptoms: Skin or eye irritation, redness, rash, discomfort
Advice to Physician: Treat symptomatically, monitor for delayed allergic reactions
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, or dry chemical
Specific Hazards: Combustible, may produce irritating or toxic fumes if heated, including carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear full protective gear and self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Procedures: Move containers from fire area if possible without risk, cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment, ventilate area well, avoid direct contact with liquid or vapors
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage, keep out of drains, soil, and watercourses
Cleanup Methods: Soak up spillage with inert absorbent material, place in approved disposal containers, clean spill area thoroughly, dispose recovered material according to local regulations
Handling: Ground and bond containers when transferring product, avoid vapor formation, use with adequate ventilation, keep away from ignition sources
Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in cool, dry, well-ventilated area, protect from sunlight and sources of heat, keep away from incompatible materials such as oxidizing agents
Engineering Controls: Ensure effective local exhaust and general ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile, neoprene), safety goggles or face shield, protective clothing, use appropriate respiratory protection in case of insufficient ventilation
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established national exposure limit; minimize exposure as much as possible
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling, avoid eating or drinking during use, remove contaminated clothing
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Sweet, floral, jasmine-like aroma
Odor Threshold: Not available
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: -7°C
Boiling Point: 305°C
Flash Point: 110°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Flammability: Combustible
Vapor Pressure: 0.01 mm Hg at 25°C
Vapor Density: Not established
Relative Density: 0.98–1.00 g/cm3 at 20°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Log Kow 5.3
Viscosity: 27 mPa.s at 25°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of storage and use
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to heat, flames, strong oxidizing agents
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizers
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possibly other toxic vapors during combustion
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): >3000 mg/kg, low acute toxicity
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation after prolonged or frequent contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes transient but significant redness and irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: No data suggests risk in normal use
Skin Sensitization: Possible allergic reaction for sensitive individuals
Carcinogenicity: No data indicating carcinogenicity
Reproductive Toxicity: Not identified as a reproductive hazard
Repeated Dose Toxicity: Prolonged exposure may increase risk of skin allergy
Other Effects: High concentrations of vapor may produce headaches or drowsiness
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in aquatic environment
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in environmental screening tests
Bioaccumulative Potential: High potential based on octanol-water partition coefficient (Kow >5)
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility expected due to low water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid discharge into environment, product contains biocides components
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of waste according to local, regional, and national regulations, avoid uncontrolled releases
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers thoroughly, dispose following environmental regulations, do not reuse packaging
Recommended Disposal: Incinerate at approved facility or through licensed chemical waste disposal contractor
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transport by ADR/RID/IMDG/IATA
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Special Precautions for Users: Ensure containers are secure and upright during transit, prevent leaks or spills, avoid stacking to minimize rupture risk during movement
International Inventories: Listed in TSCA (USA), EINECS/ELINCS (Europe), DSL (Canada), AICS (Australia), ENCS (Japan), KECI (Korea)
Labeling Requirements: Must include hazard pictograms, signal word, hazard and precautionary statements as required
Safety Assessment: Regulated by IFRA/IOFI for use in fragrance products
Other Regulations: Subject to OSHA regulations for workplace safety, requires inclusion in workplace chemical inventories, must follow REACH and other regional safety guidance for substances
