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Retinyl acetate

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[Flash Point]

> 100
[Autoignition]

>250
[Fire Fighting]

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

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.
[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. Immediately 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 cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

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

May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[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.
[Appearance]

White to off-white solid.
[Melting Point]

60
[Boiling Point]

70 (0.0001 torr)
[Density]

1.007 g/cm3
[Usage]

Antioxidant.
[Refractive Index]

1.5865 (20 C)
[Product Name]

all-trans Vitamin A acetate
[Synonyms]

all-trans-Retinyl acetate
Crystalets
Myvak
Myvax
Retinyl acetate
Vitamin A acetate
[CAS]

"CASEN_127-47-9.htm">127-47-9
[Formula]

C22H32O2
[Molecular Weight]

328.49
[EINECS]

204-844-2
[RTECS]

VH6825000
[RTECS Class]

Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1915439
[Beilstein Reference]

4-06-00-04135
[Small spills/leaks]

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

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acetic acid.