| [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 immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Get medical aid immediately. 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 eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/37/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [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. | |
| [Appearance] Slightly yellow solid. | |
| [Melting Point] 168 - 170 | |
| [Boiling Point] 300 | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 1.08 | |
| [Product Name] Methyl 3,5-dihydroxybenzoate | |
| [Synonyms] Benzoic acid, 3,5-dihydroxy-, methyl ester Methyl alpha-resorcylate | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_2150-44-9.htm">2150-44-9 | |
| [Formula] C8H8O4 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 168.14 | |
| [EINECS] 218-426-2 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 2091651 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 3-10-00-01447 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |
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