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4-Hydroxybenzoic acid

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[Flash Point]

171
[Autoignition]

250
[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, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.
[Ingestion]

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
[Skin]

Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
[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 cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
[Handling]

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

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Ingestion of large amounts may cause systemic effects such as nausea, stomach pain, rapid breathing, sweating, convulsions, coma, cardiovascular collapse and possible death.
[Inhalation]

Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause severe eye irritation. May result in corneal injury.
[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 and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
[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.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

White to off-white.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Melting Point]

210 - 211
[Boiling Point]

336
[Vapor Pressure]

4E-5 (25 C)
[Density]

1.398 g/cm3
[pKa/pKb]

4.57 (pKa)
[Partition Coefficient]

1.58
[Heat Of Vaporization]

61.1 kJ/mol
[Usage]

Substance is used in org.
[Vapor Density]

1.46
[Refractive Index]

1.53
[Product Name]

4-Hydroxybenzenecarboxylic acid
[Synonyms]

4-Carboxyphenol
Paraben acid
p-Hydroxybenzoic acid
p-Salicylic acid
[CAS]

"CASEN_99-96-7.htm">99-96-7
[Formula]

C7H6O3
[Molecular Weight]

138.12
[EINECS]

202-804-9
[RTECS]

DH1925000
[RTECS Class]

Drug
[Merck]

13,4837
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

970950
[Beilstein Reference]

4-10-00-00345
[EC Class]

irritant
[Small spills/leaks]

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

4
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

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

2918 29 30