Product Identification

Product Name

Gallic acid trimethyl ether

Synonyms

3,4,5-Trimethoxybenzoic acid
Dimethylglycine ethyl ester
Ethyl (dimethylamino)acetate
Ethyl 2-dimethylaminoacetate
Ethyl N,N-dimethylglycinate
Gallic acid trimethyl ether
Glycine, N,N-dimethyl, ethyl ester
N,N-Dimethylglycine ethyl ester
Trimethylgallic acid

CAS

33229-89-9

CAS

118-41-2

Formula

C10H12O5

Formula

C6H13NO2

Molecular Weight

131.16999999999999

Molecular Weight

212.2

EINECS

251-411-9

EINECS

204-248-2

RTECS

MB9990000

RTECS Class

Drug

Beilstein/Gmelin

884655

Beilstein/Gmelin

1750085

Beilstein Reference

4-04-00-02366

Beilstein Reference

4-10-00-01996

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid.

Appearance

Off white powder.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

168 - 170

Boiling Point

28 (1 torr)

Boiling Point

376

Vapor Pressure

2.5E-6 (25 C)

Density

0.92 g/cm3

Density

1.31 g/cm3 (24.95 C)

pKa/pKb

4.23 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

1.9

Heat Of Vaporization

65.8 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Skin

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Flammables-area.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Personal Protection

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.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

129

Flash Point

44

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Will form explosive mixtures with air. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool.

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

4

Stability

Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2918 90 90