Product Identification

Product Name

2-Butenoic acid 2-isooctyl-4,6-dinitrophenyl ester

Synonyms

2,4-Dinitro-6-(2-octyl)phenyl crotonate
2,6(or 2,4)-Dinitro-4(or 6)octylphenyl crotonates in which octyl is a mixture of 1-methylheptyl, 1-ethylhexyl and 1-propylpentyl groups
2-Butenoic acid, 2(or 4)-isooctyl-4,6(or 2,6)dinitrophenyl ester
Caprane
Crotothane
Karathane

CAS

39300-45-3

Formula

C18H24N2O6

Molecular Weight

364.4

EINECS

254-408-0

RTECS

GQ5775000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector

Merck

12,3340

Beilstein/Gmelin

NA

EC Index Number

609-023-00-6

EC Class

Harmful; Irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Dark oily liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Boiling Point

138

Vapor Pressure

4E-8 (25 C)

Density

1.10 g/cm3 (20 C)

pKa/pKb

12.7 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

34,400

Usage

Acaricide, fungicide.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.

Inhalation

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.

Skin

Wash affected areas of skin and hair vigorously with soap and water. Dermal exposure is usually accompanied by a yellowish discoloration which does not have to be removed completely to prevent absorption.

Eyes

Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Dyspnea, tachypnea, cyanosis, and pulmonary edema may occur.

Skin

Yellow staining of skin occurs following contact with nitrophenols. Diaphoresis is common.

Eyes

Cataracts, secondary glaucoma, symblepharon, paresis of accomodation, and nystagmus have been reported.

Ingestion

Nausea, vomiting, and abdominal pain may be prominent.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Protective gloves and clothing. Safety goggles.

Respirators

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.

Exposure Effects

Blood pressure, pulse, respiratory rate, and temperature may all be elevated after exposure. In severe poisoning, restlessness, seizures, and coma may occur. Animal studies show developmental malformations involving the neurologic, ophthalmic, urologic, and skeletal systems of offsprings.

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.