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Name: Nonylphenol
Chemical Family: Alkylphenols
Common Uses: Surfactants, detergents, plastics
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow, oily liquid
Odor: Sweet, phenolic smell
Health Risks: Causes irritation to skin and eyes, considered toxic after long-term exposure, may disrupt hormones
Flammability: Moderate fire hazard; forms combustible mixtures
Environmental Impact: Long-lasting contaminant; especially toxic to aquatic animals
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, ingestion
Signal Words: Danger, warning
Main Ingredient: Nonylphenol (CAS number: 25154-52-3 or 84852-15-3 depending on isomer)
Purity: Often ranges from 85% to 95%
Impurities: Trace amounts of other alkylphenols and related by-products
Synonyms: para-Nonylphenol, 4-Nonylphenol
Skin Contact: Wash thoroughly with soap and plenty of water for several minutes
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with water; remove contact lenses if present
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting; rinse mouth; consult a doctor
Note: Long-term exposure can increase risk for serious effects; act quickly
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, sand
Hazardous Combustion Products: Releases irritating vapors, possible toxic gases such as carbon oxides and phenolic compounds
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective gear
Precautions: Keep containers cool by spraying water from a safe distance
Personal Protection: Use gloves, protective clothing, and eye/face shield
Environmental Cautions: Prevent wash-off into drains or water bodies
Spill Response: Absorb with inert material like sand or earth, collect in sealed containers
Decontamination: Wash contaminated areas thoroughly
Handling Tips: Avoid breathing vapors, minimize skin and eye contact, use with adequate ventilation
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly-sealed containers, away from heat, sparks, and open flames
Special Storage Instructions: Keep out of sunlight, segregate from incompatible chemicals such as oxidizers and acids
Engineering Controls: Ventilation at sources of vapor or mist, fume hoods if necessary
PPE: Chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile recommended), safety goggles, protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Mask or respirator if ventilation is insufficient
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly, never eat or drink in the work area
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Pale yellow
Odor Threshold: Detectable at low concentrations
Boiling Point: 293-297°C
Melting Point: -8°C
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, miscible with organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Low
Density: Around 0.95 g/cm³
Viscosity: Moderately viscous
Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and storage conditions
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids and oxidizers
Decomposition Risk: Heating may produce hazardous fumes, risk increases with mixing incompatible materials
Acute Toxicity: Harmful by inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion
Skin and Eye Damage: May cause burns or long-term irritation
Chronic Exposure: Interferes with hormone function; possible carcinogenic risk in animals
Symptoms: Redness, blistering, nausea, headache, breathing difficulties
Toxicity to Fish: High, disrupts reproduction and growth even at low concentrations
Persistence: Breaks down slowly in the environment; accumulates in organisms
Bioaccumulation: Notorious for building up in aquatic food webs
Mobility in Soil: Moves slowly, binds to sediments
Waste Treatment: Follow local regulations for hazardous waste
Recommended Methods: Incineration in approved facility
Container Management: Clean and dispose of containers as hazardous waste, never reuse for food or drink
Shipping Name: Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, n.o.s. (contains Nonylphenol)
Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous dangerous substances)
Packing Group: III
Special Precautions: Label clearly, keep away from incompatible materials, avoid spills during transport
Restrictions: Many countries place tight control on use in consumer products, especially detergents
Worker Safety: Occupational exposure limits set by agencies in some regions; consult local workplace safety laws
Environmental Law: Subject to regulation under hazardous substances lists because of aquatic toxicity
Reporting Requirements: Spills or releases often must be reported to local environmental or chemical safety authorities
