Product Identification

Product Name

Ethyl 3-hydroxybenzoate

Synonyms

Benzoic acid, 3-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
Benzoic acid, m-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
m-Ethoxycarbonylphenol

CAS

7781-98-8

Formula

C9H10O3

Molecular Weight

166.18

EINECS

231-951-1

Beilstein/Gmelin

2208566

Beilstein Reference

4-10-00-00321

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White powder.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

72 - 73

Boiling Point

282

Vapor Pressure

0.001 (25 C)

Density

1.068 g/cm3 (131 C)

pKa/pKb

9.19 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

2.42

Heat Of Vaporization

55.7 kJ/mol

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.

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 lids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

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

Causes irritation.

Skin

Causes irritation.

Eyes

Causes irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves.

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.

Exposure Effects

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

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

130

Fire Fighting

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

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, strong reducing agents, strong acids.

Stability

No data.