Product Name: Special Ester
Chemical Family: Ester Compounds
Product Use: Industrial lubricant, plasticizer
Manufacturer: Example Chemical Corp.
Emergency Phone: 1-800-555-0199
Address: 100 Safety Ave, Industry City, USA
Date of Preparation: June 2024
Classification: Flammable liquid (Category 3), Skin irritant (Category 2), Eye irritant (Category 2A)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Combustible liquid, causes skin and eye irritation, may cause drowsiness or dizziness
Pictograms: Flame, exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Work in well-ventilated areas. Keep away from open flames, sparks, and hot surfaces.
Chemical Identity: Proprietary blend of alkyl esters
CAS Number: 123-45-6
Concentration: 95-100%
Impurities: None known
Stabilizing Additives: None specified
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep comfortable, seek medical attention if respiratory symptoms develop.
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek help if irritation persists.
Eye Contact: Rinse with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, call doctor if discomfort continues.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, call Poison Control or seek medical help.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, CO2, water mist
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jet
Hazards from Fire: Can release carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, and irritating fumes
Protective Equipment: Full protective gear, self-contained breathing apparatus
Additional Info: Cool containers with water to prevent rupture. Use caution near storage drums exposed to heat.
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and protective clothing. Ensure ventilation.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, soil, or waterways.
Containment: Stop leak if safe. Use inert absorbent materials like sand or earth.
Cleanup: Collect material in appropriate containers for disposal. Use non-sparking tools.
Handling: Avoid breathing vapors, contact with skin and eyes. Use only with proper ventilation. Keep away from heat sources and open flames. Ground containers when transferring.
Storage: Store in cool, dry, well-ventilated area in original, tightly closed containers. Keep away from incompatible substances such as oxidizing agents and acids. Protect from sunlight and moisture.
Exposure Limits: Occupational exposure limit not established; minimize exposure as a precaution.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation to control vapor levels.
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles
Skin Protection: Protective gloves resistant to chemicals, long sleeves
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved organic vapor respirator if ventilation inadequate
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating or drinking. Remove contaminated clothing after handling.
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Slight, fatty
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point/Freezing Point: -30°C
Boiling Point: 210°C
Flash Point: 85°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Slower than ether
Flammability: Combustible liquid
Vapor Pressure: <1 mm Hg @ 20°C
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Solubility: Insoluble in water, miscible with organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): High
Viscosity: Medium
Specific Gravity: 0.92–0.97 @ 25°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal storage and use conditions
Possible Hazardous Reactions: Reacts with strong oxidizers and acids, risk of fire
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flames, strong sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids and bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, acrid fumes in fire
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Skin and eye irritation, central nervous system effects with high exposure
Chronic Effects: Prolonged skin exposure may cause dermatitis
Toxicity Data: LD50 (oral, rat) > 5000 mg/kg, inhalation and dermal toxicity not observed in animal studies
Carcinogenicity: No component listed by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Other Data: No evidence of mutagenicity or reproductive toxicity from available studies
Ecotoxicity: Low toxicity to aquatic organisms based on available data, but large releases can be harmful to aquatic environments
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable over time, but process can be slow
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not likely to bioaccumulate due to low water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Sinks and adheres to soils; low mobility
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid uncontrolled release to environment. No evidence of significant ozone depletion contribution.
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of material via licensed hazardous waste contractor; do not pour down the drain or release to soil.
Container Disposal: Triple rinse containers, puncture, and send to approved recycler or hazardous waste disposal.
Special Precautions: Follow all local, regional, and national regulations for hazardous chemical disposal. Contaminated packaging handled as hazardous waste.
UN Number: UN1993
Proper Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid, N.O.S. (Special Ester)
Transport Hazard Class: 3
Packing Group: III
Label: Flammable liquid
Marine Pollutant: Not a marine pollutant
Details for Air, Sea, and Road Transport: Refer to regulations for quantity exemptions and packaging rules.
OSHA Status: Regulated under Hazard Communication Standard
TSCA Status: All ingredients listed or exempt
SARA Title III Sections 311/312: Fire hazard, acute health hazard
California Proposition 65: Not listed for carcinogenicity or reproductive toxicity
Other Regulatory Info: Follow REACH, WHMIS, and local regulations concerning storage and worker safety. Compliance with chemical notification and labeling laws required.
