Product Identification

Product Name

Methyl hex-3-enoate

Synonyms

3-Hexenoic acid, methyl ester
Hydrosorbic acid, methyl ester

CAS

2396-78-3

Formula

C7H12O2

Molecular Weight

128.16999999999999

EINECS

219-256-1

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

6.3 g/L (25 C)

Melting Point

-68

Boiling Point

169

Vapor Pressure

4.8 (25 C)

Density

0.9132 g/cm3 (25 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.06

Heat Of Vaporization

38.28 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.4240 (23^oC)

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. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.

Eyes

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Keep away from heat and open flame.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

May be harmful if inhaled. Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

May cause irritation.

Hazards

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Risk Phrase

10

EC Safety Phrase

16

UN (DOT)

3272

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Protective clothing.

Respirators

Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

46

Fire Fighting

For small (incipient) fires, use media such as 'alcohol' foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. For large fires, apply water from as far as possible. Use very large quantities (flooding) of water applied as a mist or spray; solid streams of water may be ineffective. Cool all affected containers with flooding quantities of water. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Fire Potential

Combustible liquid.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Cover with dry-lime, sand, or soda ash. Place in covered containers using non-sparking tools and transport outdoors. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable if stored as directed.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Oxides of carbon.

Transport Information

UN Number

3272

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

III