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3-Methoxysalicylaldehyde

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[Flash Point]

94
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
[Ingestion]

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
[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. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Ingestion]

Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 22 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39
[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 gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
[Appearance]

Yellow crystalline powder.
[Solubility in water]

Slightly soluble
[Melting Point]

40 - 42
[Boiling Point]

265
[Vapor Pressure]

0.0056 (25 C)
[Density]

1.2039 g/cm3 (45 C)
[pKa/pKb]

8.17 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

1.4
[Heat Of Vaporization]

52.3 kJ/mol
[Heat Of Combustion]

-3829 kJ/mol
[Usage]

Used in the study of mutagenesis and as a synthetic precursor for pharmaceuticals.
[Vapor Density]

5.2
[Refractive Index]

1.5632 (45 C)
[Product Name]

3-Methoxysalicylaldehyde
[Synonyms]

2-Hydroxy-3-methoxybenzaldehyde
2-Hydroxy-m-anisaldehyde
3-Methoxy-2-hydroxybenzaldehyde
3-Methoxysalicylaldehyde
6-Formyl-2-methoxyphenol
6-Formylguaiacol
[CAS]

"CASEN_148-53-8.htm">148-53-8
[Formula]

C8H8O3
[Molecular Weight]

152.15
[EINECS]

205-715-3
[RTECS]

CU6530000
[RTECS Class]

Mutagen; Primary Irritant
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

471913
[Beilstein Reference]

4-08-00-01747
[Small spills/leaks]

Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
[Stability]

Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
[HS Code]

2912 49 00