Product Identification

Product Name

4-Isopropylbenzaldehyde

Synonyms

4-Propan-2-ylbenzaldehyde
Cuminaldehyde

CAS

122-03-2

Formula

C10H12O

Molecular Weight

148.21

EINECS

204-516-9

RTECS

CU7000000

RTECS Class

Natural Product; Primary Irritant

Merck

13,2648

Beilstein/Gmelin

636547

Beilstein Reference

4-07-00-00723

EC Class

harmful

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Boiling Point

235

Vapor Pressure

0.05 (25 C)

Density

0.9832 g/cm3 (0 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.98

Heat Of Vaporization

47.3 kJ/mol

Usage

Substance is used in as an aroma for perfumes.

Refractive Index

1.529 (25 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

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

Skin

Get medical aid. 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.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Hazards

Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion and poison hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.

EC Risk Phrase

R 22

EC Safety Phrase

S 36/37

UN (DOT)

1988

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

93

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Combustible Liquid. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Fire Potential

Combustible Liquid.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

1

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

1988

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2912 29 00