Material Safety Data Sheet
6-methylheptanoic acid   

Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: 6-methylheptanoic acid  
Catalog Numbers: SC-47475

Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS#929-10-2
Chemical Name: 6-methylheptanoic acid 
Percent  95%min
EINECS/ELINCS: Not available
Hazard Codes: Xi
Risk Phrases: 37/38-41

Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Cause irritation to eyes and skin.

Potential Health Effects
Eye: Cause eye irritation.
Skin: Cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
Chronic: Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect. 

3.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No.1272/2008
 GHS05 Corrosion
Eye Dam: 1 H318 Causes serious eye damage
 GHS07
Skin Irrit.2 H315 Causes skin irritation
STOT SE 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation

3.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No.: 1272/2008
Hazard pictograms: GHS05, GHS07
Signal word: Danger
Hazard statements:             H315 Causes skin irritation
                                            H318 Causes serious eye damage
                                            H335 May cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary statements:  P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
                                            P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do.
                                                                                               Continue rinsing
                                            P302+P352           IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water.
                                            P321                     Special treatment(see on this label).
                                            P405                     Store locked up.
                                            P501                     Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
3.3 Other hazards
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT: Not applicable
vPvB: Not applicable

Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Eyes:Flush eyes with plentyofwater occasionallylifting the upper and lower lids.Get medical aid.
Skin:Get medical aid. Flush skin with plentyofwater while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion:Get medical aid.Wash mouth outwith water.
Inhalation:Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
General Information:As in anyfire,wear a self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear.
ExtinguishingMedia:Use water spray, extinguishing powder and carbon dioxide, Fight larger fires with water jet or alcohol-resistant foam.

Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
General Information:Use proper personal protective equipment, Keep unprotected persons away, Ensure adequate ventilation.
Spills/Leaks:Vacuum or sweep up material and place into suitable disposalcontainer. Avoid generating dusty conditions.

Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
Handling:Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist or gas. Avoid contactwith eyes, skin.
Storage:Storage temperature: Keep container tightly closed and sealed, Store in a dryand well-ventilated place.

Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
Personal Protective Equipment
EngineeringControls:Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and safetyshower.Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:Wear chemical safetygoggles.
Skin:Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:Wear appropriate respirators where necessary

Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Colorless
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.  
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 232ºC (762 Torr)
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: 116.6±6.9ºC
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Water Solubility: Slightly soluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.926±0.06 g/cm3 (20 ºC 760 Torr)
Molecular Formula: C8H16O2
Molecular Weight: 144.21

Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage conditions.
IncompatibilitieswithOther Materials: Oxidizing agents.
Hazardous combustionor Decompositionproducts: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
RTECS#: Not available.
CAS#929-10-2.
LD50/LC50: RTECS:Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
6-Methylheptanoic acid,95%min- Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology: No information found
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

Section 12 - Ecological Information 
Additional ecological information:
General notes: no data available

Section 13 - Disposal Considerations 
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

Section 14 - Transport Information 
Shipping Name: not regular

Section 15 - Regulatory Information 
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
      Hazard Class: Xi
        Risk Phrases:
            R-phrase(s)
            R36/37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
            R41 Risk of serious damage to eyes
            S-phrase(s)
            S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
            S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
Other hazards: None

Section 16 - Additional Information
While the information herein is believed to be reliable, it is furnished without warranty of any kind. It shall be used only as a guide. We assume no liabilities from the use of this product or information contained herein.