| [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] Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [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 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] Gray to light brown solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Slightly soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 52-56 | |
| [Boiling Point] 261 | |
| [pKa/pKb] 9.97 (pKa) | |
| [Usage] Antibacterial food preservative. | |
| [Product Name] 2,6-Dimethoxyphenol | |
| [Synonyms] 1,3-Dimethoxy-2-hydroxybenzene 2,6-Dimethoxyphenol 2-Hydroxy-1,3-dimethoxybenzene Pyrogallol 1,3-dimethyl ether | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_91-10-1.htm">91-10-1 | |
| [Formula] C8H10O3 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 154.16 | |
| [EINECS] 202-041-1 | |
| [RTECS] SL0900000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Drug | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1526871 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-06-00-07329 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Bases, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, and oxidizing agents. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |
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