| [Flash Point] 139 | |
| [Autoignition] 230 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. | |
| [Upper exp. limit] 2.7 | |
| [Lower exp. limit] .4 | |
| [Fire Potential] Fire hazard moderate when exposed to heat or flame; can react with oxidizing materials. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [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. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. Causes skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. | |
| [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. | |
| [UN (DOT)] 1986 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. 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. | |
| [Exposure Effects] Headache, dizziness, giddiness, ataxia, sedation and coma may occur. | |
| [Poison Class] - | |
| [Appearance] Leaflets from ethanol. Faint. | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Melting Point] 56 - 57 | |
| [Boiling Point] 336 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 1E-5 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 0.886 g/cm3 (21 C) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 8.31 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 66.9 kJ/mol | |
| [Usage] Substitute for cetyl alc in pharmaceutical dispensing, in cosmetic creams, for emulsions, textile oils & finishes, as antifoam agent, lubricant, & chemical raw material. | |
| [Vapor Density] 9.5 | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.457 (20 C) | |
| [Product Name] 1-Hydroxyoctadecane | |
| [Synonyms] Octadecan-1-ol Stearyl alcohol | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_112-92-5.htm">112-92-5 | |
| [Formula] C18H38O | |
| [Molecular Weight] 270.5 | |
| [EINECS] 204-017-6 | |
| [RTECS] RG2010000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen; Primary Irritant | |
| [Merck] 12,8960 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1362907 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-01-00-01888 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Disposal Code] 3 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents - strong acids. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 1986 | |
| [Hazard Class] 3 | |
| [Packing Group] I; II; III | |
| [HS Code] 2905 17 00 |
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