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2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid

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[Flash Point]

167
[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]

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do not use mouth-to-mouth respiration if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device.
[Skin]

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Immediately 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 tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis.
[Ingestion]

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
[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]

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.
[Exposure Effects]

Effects may be delayed.
[Appearance]

Beige powder.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Melting Point]

145 - 146
[Boiling Point]

328
[Vapor Pressure]

8E-5 (25 C)
[pKa/pKb]

4.17 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

.77
[Heat Of Vaporization]

60.2 kJ/mol
[Product Name]

2-Hydroxyphenylacetic acid
[Synonyms]

(2-Hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
(o-Hydroxyphenyl)acetic acid
2-HPAA
[CAS]

"CASEN_614-75-5.htm">614-75-5
[Formula]

C8H8O3
[Molecular Weight]

152.15
[EINECS]

210-393-2
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

908000
[Beilstein Reference]

4-10-00-00536
[EC Class]

irritant
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.
[Incompatibilities]

Bases, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, oxidizing agents.
[Stability]

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

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

2918 29 90