Product Identification

Product Name

Tridecanal

Synonyms

n-Tridecanal
n-Tridecylaldehyde
Tridecyl aldehyde

CAS

10486-19-8

Formula

C13H26O

Molecular Weight

198.35

EINECS

234-004-0

Beilstein/Gmelin

1760949

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-03386

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear, light yellow liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

15

Boiling Point

266

Vapor Pressure

0.015 (25 C)

Density

2.00 g/cm3

Partition Coefficient

5.69

Heat Of Vaporization

49.5 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.4384 (18 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

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.

Eyes

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

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket. Refrigerator (approx 4 C).

Handling

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

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Hazards

Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion and poison hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.

UN (DOT)

1988

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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

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.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

117

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use water spray, dry chemical, or foam.

Upper exp. limit

5

Lower exp. limit

.6

Fire Potential

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, air.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

1988

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

I; II; III