Properties

• Appearance:

  colourless to yellow oily liquid with a bitter almond odour

• Density:

  4.2 (vs air)

• Melting point:

  1-2 °C(lit.)

• Boiling point:

  197 °C(lit.)

• Flashing point:

  77 °C

• Coefficient of refraction:

  n20/D 1.573(lit.)

• Vapor density:

  4.2 (vs air)

• Vapour pressure:

  1 mmHg ( 33 °C)

• Solubility:

  Slightly soluble in water

Safety Information

• Symbol:

  

• Signal words:

  Warning

• Hazard statements:

  H302 Harmful if swallowed.

  H315 Causes skin irritation.

  H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

  H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects.

  H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

• Precautionary statements:

  P201 Obtain special instructions before use.

  P273 Avoid release to the environment.

  P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

  P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.

  P391 Collect spillage. Hazardous to the aquatic environment.

  P501 Dispose of contents/container to …