| [Flash Point] 135 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Fires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. | |
| [Fire Potential] This material is probably combustible. | |
| [Ingestion] DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. | |
| [Inhalation] IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used. | |
| [Skin] IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment. | |
| [Eyes] First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place at 25 C or lower. | |
| [Handling] Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied. Since emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed. Use good personal hygiene practices. Wash hands before eating, drinking, smoking, or using toilet facilities. Promptly remove soiled clothing and wash before reuse. Shower after work using plenty of soap and water. | |
| [Ingestion] Swallowing this material is not likely to be harmful. | |
| [Inhalation] This material is a dust or may produce dust. Breathing small amounts of this material is not likely to be harmful. | |
| [Skin] Unlikely to cause skin irritation or injury. | |
| [Eyes] Dust can cause eye irritation. Symptoms include stinging, tearing, redness, and swelling of eyes. | |
| [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] Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles. | |
| [Respirators] Wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter. | |
| [Appearance] Brownish-white powder with a characteristic odor. | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Melting Point] 83.3 | |
| [Boiling Point] 428 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 4E-9 (25 C) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 13.63 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 78.9 kJ/mol | |
| [Product Name] Policosanol | |
| [Synonyms] Cluytyl alcohol Montanyl alcohol Octacosyl alcohol | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_557-61-9.htm">557-61-9 | |
| [Formula] C28H58O | |
| [Molecular Weight] 410.76 | |
| [EINECS] 209-181-2 | |
| [Merck] 12,6840 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1786879 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-01-00-01915 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] If you spill this chemical, you should dampen the solid spill material with water, then transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with water to pick up any remaining material. Seal your contaminated clothing and the absorbent paper in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Wash all contaminated surfaces with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Flammable and/or toxic gases are generated by combination with with alkali metals, nitrides, and strong reducing agents Reacts with oxoacids and carboxylic acids to form esters plus water Incompatible with oxidizing agents. | |
| [Stability] Stable at normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |
| [UN Number] 1986 | |
| [Hazard Class] 3 | |
| [Packing Group] I; II; III |
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