Product Identification

Product Name

2,3-Epoxypropyl o-tolyl ether

Synonyms

(2-Methylphenoxymethyl)oxirane
1,2-Epoxy-3-(o-tolyloxy)propane
2,3-Epoxypropyl o-tolyl ether
Epodil 742
Glycidyl 2-methylphenyl ether
Heloxy 62

CAS

2210-79-9

Formula

C10H12O2

Molecular Weight

164.22

EINECS

218-645-3

RTECS

TZ3700000

RTECS Class

Drug; Mutagen; Primary Irritant

Beilstein/Gmelin

4585

Beilstein Reference

4-17-00-00993

EC Index Number

603-056-00-X

EC Class

Mutagenic Category 3; Irritant; Sensitising; Dangerous for the Environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear light yellow liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Boiling Point

259

Density

1.0884 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.2

Vapor Density

>AIR

Refractive Index

1.5292 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician.

Inhalation

IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used.

Skin

IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment.

Eyes

First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.

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

Acute effects - cough, sore throat. Irritates the eyes, skin and respiratory tract<BR>Chronic effects - Skin sensitizaiton.

Skin

Redness, pain.

Eyes

Redness

EC Risk Phrase

R 38 40 43 51/53

EC Safety Phrase

S 36/37 61

UN (DOT)

3334

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Protective gloves and clothing. Safety goggles or eye protection in combinaiton with breathing protection.

Respirators

Wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter.

Exposure Effects

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

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

>110

Fire Fighting

Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher.

Fire Potential

This chemical is combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

If you spill this chemical, FIRST REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION. Then, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Your contaminated clothing and absorbent paper should be sealed in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with ethanol followed by washing with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Reacts with strong oxidizers, ac ids and bases.

Stability

The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides.

Transport Information

UN Number

3334