Product Identification

Product Name

alpha,4-Dimethyl-alpha-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)-3-cyclohexene-1-methanol

Synonyms

(R*,R*)-(+/-)-a,4-dimethyl-a-(4-methyl-3-pentenyl)cyclohex-3-ene-1-methanol
6-Methyl-2-(4-methyl-3-cyclohexen-1-yl)-5-hepten-2-ol
Dragosantol

CAS

515-69-5

Formula

C15H26O

Molecular Weight

222.37

EINECS

208-205-9

RTECS

MJ9685000

RTECS Class

Other

Merck

13,1241

Beilstein/Gmelin

5733954

Beilstein Reference

6-06

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless to straw color thick liquid. Light odor.

Solubility in water

> 0.1 g/l (20 C)

Boiling Point

315

Vapor Pressure

4E-5 (25 C)

Density

0.9211 g/cm3 (20 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

64.4 kJ/mol

Usage

Active ingredient of cosmetic of protecting and nursing irritability skin, and adapting for sunscreen cosmetic, baby cosmetic, shaver products.

Refractive Index

1.495 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.

Eyes

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles.

Respirators

Government approved respirator.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

135

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Cover with dry lime or soda ash, pick up, keep in a closed container, and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

3

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2906 19 00