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4-Methoxycinnamic acid

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[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. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
[Ingestion]

Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
[Skin]

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

If symptoms develop, immediately move individual away from exposure and into fresh air. Flush eyes gently with water for at least 15 minutes while holding eyelids apart; seek immediate medical attention.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36
[Personal Protection]

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.
[Respirators]

Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.
[Exposure Effects]

The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated.
[Appearance]

White, amorphous, granular powder.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Melting Point]

173.5 - 174
[Boiling Point]

317
[pKa/pKb]

4.04 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

1.81
[Product Name]

3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid
[Synonyms]

3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid
3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)acrylic acid
3-(4-Methoxyphenyl)prop-2-enoic acid
O-Methyl-p-coumaric acid
p-Methoxycinnamic acid
[CAS]

"CASEN_830-09-1.htm">830-09-1
[Formula]

C10H10O3
[Molecular Weight]

178.18
[EINECS]

212-594-0
[RTECS]

UD3391300
[RTECS Class]

Drug
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

510468
[Beilstein Reference]

0-10-00-00298
[Small spills/leaks]

Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.