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3-Methylbenzophenone

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[Flash Point]

140
[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]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. 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 Safety Phrase]

S 24/25
[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]

Clear slight yellow to green liquid.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

0 - 2
[Boiling Point]

317
[Vapor Pressure]

0.0004 (25 C)
[Density]

1.088 g/cm3 (17.5 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

3.64
[Heat Of Vaporization]

55.9 kJ/mol
[Refractive Index]

1.60 (20 C)
[Product Name]

3-Methylbenzophenone
[Synonyms]

3-Benzoyltoluene
3-Methylbenzophenone
m-Methylbenzophenone
Phenyl m-tolyl ketone
[CAS]

"CASEN_643-65-2.htm">643-65-2
[Formula]

C14H12O
[Molecular Weight]

196.24
[EINECS]

211-401-7
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

2045488
[Beilstein Reference]

4-07-00-01403
[Small spills/leaks]

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

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.