Product Identification

Product Name

4-Hydroxybenzyl cyanide

Synonyms

2-(4-Hydroxyphenyl)acetonitrile
4-Hydroxybenzeneacetonitrile
4-Hydroxybenzyl-cyanide
Benzeneacetonitrile, 4-hydroxy-
p-Hydroxybenzyl-cyanide
p-Hydroxyphenylacetonitrile

CAS

14191-95-8

Formula

C8H7NO

Molecular Weight

133.15

EINECS

238-046-0

RTECS

AM0530000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

1934470

Beilstein Reference

4-10-00-00554

EC Class

harmful

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Yellow solid.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

68 - 71

Boiling Point

330

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. SPEED IS ESSENTIAL. A DOCTOR MUST BE NOTIFIED AT ONCE.

Inhalation

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

Skin

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

Eyes

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

Handling and Storage

Storage

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

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause severe gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting and possible burns. May cause cardiac disturbances. May cause tissue anoxia, characterized by weakness, headache, dizziness, confusion, cyanosis, weak and irregular heart beat, collapse, unconsciousness, convulsions, coma and death. May cause central nervous system effects.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion.

Skin

May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 20/21/22 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

3276

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. 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.

Poison Class

1 (Extremely strong toxins)

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

178

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 Potential

Non-Combustible

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

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

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

6

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

3276

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2926 90 95