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Product Name: Methyl N-Hexanoate
Chemical Formula: C7H14O2
CAS Number: 106-70-7
Synonyms: Methyl caproate
Recommended Use: Industrial, laboratory use, flavor ingredient
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Emergency Overview: Colorless liquid with a fruity odor used in chemical synthesis and food additives.
Hazard Classification: Flammable liquid, Category 3; Acute toxicity, Oral Category 4; Eye irritation, Category 2A; Skin irritation, Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor; Harmful if swallowed; Causes skin and eye irritation
Pictograms: Flame, Exclamation Mark
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames; Wash skin thoroughly after handling; Avoid breathing vapor, mist or spray; Use personal protective equipment as required
Potential Health Effects: Eye, skin, and respiratory tract irritation; swallowing may cause gastrointestinal discomfort.
Chemical Name: Methyl n-hexanoate
Chemical Formula: C7H14O2
Content: 98-100% by weight
Impurities: Trace levels of residual alcohols and acids.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; provide oxygen if breathing is difficult; seek medical attention for persistent symptoms
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing; rinse skin thoroughly with soap and water; contact medical personnel if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; lift eyelids occasionally; get medical help if redness or pain persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water; do not induce vomiting; call a poison center or physician for advice; never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person
Symptoms and Effects: Burning sensation, coughing, headache, nausea.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray (do not use water jet)
Fire Hazards: Vapors can form explosive mixtures with air; combustion releases carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Specific Hazards: Containers may explode if heated; runoff may pollute waterways
Special Procedures: Cool exposed containers with water spray; avoid breathing fumes.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area; remove ignition sources; ventilate area; use protective gloves, eyewear, and suitable respirator
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spills from entering drains, soil, waterways
Cleanup Methods: Contain and absorb spill with inert materials such as sand or earth; collect for proper disposal; wash spill site with detergent and water
Reporting: Report large spills as required by regulations.
Handling: Work in a well-ventilated area; avoid inhalation, ingestion, and contact with skin and eyes; use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed, properly labeled containers; keep in cool, well-ventilated place; keep away from heat, sparks, flames, and incompatible materials (acids, oxidizers)
Hygiene: Wash hands thoroughly after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke during use.
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation; use closed systems where possible; maintain eye wash stations and safety showers in work area
Exposure Limits: No established exposure limits; minimize exposure through good industrial hygiene practices
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, flame-retardant clothing, suitable respiratory protection if airborne levels exceed safe limits
Environmental Controls: Prevent product from entering drains or environment.
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Fruity, sweet
Molecular Weight: 130.19 g/mol
Melting Point: -62°C
Boiling Point: 151-153°C
Flash Point: 48°C (closed cup)
Auto-ignition Temperature: 275°C
Density: 0.87 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water; miscible with alcohols and organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: 2.4 mmHg at 25°C
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): 2.7
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and bases
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and toxic fumes
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, sparks, incompatibles.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat): 2700 mg/kg; LD50 (dermal, rabbit): not well documented
Corrosion/Irritation: Causes moderate skin and eye irritation
Sensitization: Not known to cause allergic skin reaction
Chronic Toxicity: No evidence of carcinogenicity or mutagenicity; long-term exposure data limited
Symptoms: Can produce headache, nausea, drowsiness after high exposure.
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic organisms in high concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in soil and water over time
Bioaccumulative Potential: Moderate, Log Kow indicates potential for environmental build-up
Mobility: Medium volatility; moderate mobility in soil
Other Adverse Effects: No long-term impact expected at typical use levels.
Waste Disposal Methods: Disposal must follow local, regional, and national regulations; incineration in a chemical incinerator with afterburner and scrubber preferred
Container Disposal: Empty containers should be triple rinsed, then punctured before recycling or disposal
Avoid Release: Prevent material from entering public sewers, waterways, or soil.
UN Number: UN 3272
UN Proper Shipping Name: Esters, N.O.S. (Methyl n-hexanoate)
Transport Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable liquid)
Packing Group: III
Labeling: Flammable liquid label required
Special Precautions: Avoid transport with oxidizers, acids; ensure containers are sealed and upright during transport; protect from physical damage.
OSHA Status: Hazardous under OSHA criteria
SARA Title III: Not listed as a reportable quantity
TSCA: Listed in TSCA inventory
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed on Canadian DSL
European Inventory: EINECS number 203-419-9
Labeling Requirements: Flammable liquid symbol, hazard and precautionary statements as required by GHS
Other Regulations: Check state and local regulations for specific requirements.
