Product Identification

Product Name

1-Cyclohexylethanol

Synonyms

(1-Hydroxyethyl)cyclohexane
1-Cyclohexyl-1-ethanol
a-Methylcyclohexanemethanol
Methylcyclohexylcarbinol
Methylcyclohexylmethanol

CAS

1193-81-3

Formula

C8H16O

Molecular Weight

128.24

EINECS

214-780-7

RTECS

GV5776500

RTECS Class

Primary Irritant

Beilstein/Gmelin

2322053

Beilstein Reference

1-06-00-00012

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Boiling Point

188 - 189

Vapor Pressure

0.16 (25 C)

Density

0.918 g/ml (20 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

49.5 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.4652 (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. Keep away from heat and open flame.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

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

Skin

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

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Hazards

Combustible liquid. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

EC Safety Phrase

23 24/25

UN (DOT)

1993

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves.

Respirators

Government approved respirator.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

73

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.

Fire Potential

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.

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

Disposal Code

3

Stability

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

1993

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

III

HS Code

2906 19 00