International Chemical Safety Cards

CYCLOHEXANOL ICSC: 0243

CYCLOHEXANOL
Cyclohexyl alcohol
Hexahydrophenol
Hexalin
C6H11OH
Molecular mass: 100.2
CAS # 108-93-0
RTECS # GV7875000
ICSC # 0243
EC # 603-009-00-3
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames.
Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 68°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 68°C use a closed system, ventilation.

EXPOSURE


  • INHALATION
    		• Ataxia. Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Sore throat.
    		Ventilation.
    		Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• Dry skin. Redness.
    		Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• Redness. Pain.
    		face shield,
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Abdominal pain. Cough. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Drowsiness.
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
    		Separated from strong oxidants, Dry.

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    R: 20/22-37/38
    S: 24/25
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0243 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS HYGROSCOPIC LIQUID OR WHITECRYSTALS , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic gases and vapours. Reacts violently with strong oxidants.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV: 50 ppm; 206 mg/m3 (as TWA) (skin) (ACGIH 1996).

    MAK: 50 ppm; 210 mg/m3; II,1 (1997)
    OSHA PEL: TWA 50 ppm (200 mg/m3)
    NIOSH REL: TWA 50 ppm (200 mg/m3) skin
    NIOSH IDLH: 400 ppm


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and through the skin on prolonged exposure.

    INHALATION RISK:
     A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     The liquid defats the skin with possible sloughing..
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 161°C
    Melting point: 23°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.96
    Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 4
    Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.13
    		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.5
    Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00
    Flash point: 68°C c.c.
    Auto-ignition temperature: 300°C
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: see Notes
    ENVIRONMENTAL
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    N O T E S
    Estimated value of lower explosive limit: 1.2 volume %.
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-557
    NFPA Code: H1; F2; R0;
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    ICSC: 0243 CYCLOHEXANOL
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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