Product Name: Heptanoic Acid Ester with 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Propanediol
Chemical Formula: C14H28O4
Synonyms: 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediol diheptanoate
CAS Number: 60456-26-0
UN Number: Not classified
Recommended Use: Used in specialty lubricants, coatings, and plasticizers
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier details on product packaging
Emergency Contact: Refer to supplier or local poison control center
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous according to GHS
Physical Hazards: Can form slippery surfaces if spilled, non-flammable
Health Hazards: May cause mild skin and eye irritation on prolonged or repeated contact, ingestion may cause stomach upset
Environmental Hazards: Avoid release into waterways and soil, not acutely toxic but long-term accumulation should be avoided
Label Elements: No symbol required under current regulations, precautionary statements may appear
Precautionary Statements: Avoid direct contact with skin and eyes, use adequate ventilation, wash hands after handling
Chemical Name: Heptanoic Acid Ester with 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-Propanediol
Purity: Typically above 97%
Impurities: Heptanoic acid <1%, 2,2-Dimethyl-1,3-propanediol <1%
Additives: None
Hazardous Components: Not classified as hazardous at this concentration
Inhalation: Move the person to fresh air, keep comfortable, seek medical attention for persistent symptoms like coughing or irritation
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical attention if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly, drink water, do not induce vomiting, seek medical help if unwell
Note to Physicians: Treat symptomatically, no specific antidote known
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water fog, dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Direct water streams may spread the material
Specific Hazards: May decompose at high temperatures, releasing carbon oxides, fumes
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Special Procedures: Remove containers from fire area if safe, cool with water spray, contain fire-fighting runoff to avoid environmental contamination
Personal Precautions: Wear personal protective equipment such as gloves, safety glasses, and suitable clothing
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, surface water, or soil
Methods for Cleanup: Absorb with inert material such as sand or earth, collect and dispose of according to local regulations, wash area with detergent and water to remove residues
Safe Handling Practices: Avoid excessive heat, direct contact with skin and eyes, use in ventilated areas, keep containers tightly closed after use
Storage Conditions: Store in original containers, in cool, dry, well-ventilated areas, away from direct sunlight and incompatible materials such as strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, strong bases, strong oxidizing agents
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking after handling the product
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established exposure limit for this ester
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or general room ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles or face shield, protective clothing
Respiratory Protection: Not required under normal conditions, if exposed to mist or aerosol, use approved respirator
Environmental Controls: Prevent spills and manage waste in accordance with local regulations to avoid contamination of water sources
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Faint ester-like
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous)
Melting Point: Approx. -35°C
Boiling Point: Above 290°C
Flash Point: Above 180°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not volatile
Flammability: Not considered flammable
Vapor Pressure: Low, <0.01 mmHg at 20°C
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
Viscosity: Medium viscosity at room temperature
Density: Around 0.95 g/cm³ at 20°C
Chemical Stability: Stable under typical storage conditions
Reactivity: Will not polymerize, may degrade if exposed to strong acids or bases
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, alkalis
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Thermal decomposition forms carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possible small amounts of hydrocarbons
Conditions to Avoid: Extreme heat, moisture, direct sunlight, sources of ignition
Acute Toxicity: Low oral and dermal toxicity (oral LD50 in rats > 2000 mg/kg based on structurally similar esters)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild irritation with repeated or prolonged exposure
Eye Damage/Irritation: Slight, may experience redness
Respiratory Effects: Mists or vapors may cause mild irritation to respiratory tract
Sensitization: Not expected to cause skin or respiratory sensitization
Carcinogenicity: No data indicating carcinogenic potential
Mutagenicity: No data indicating mutagenic effects
Reproductive Toxicity: No known adverse effects
Repeated Dose Toxicity: No chronic effects known at low exposure levels
Aquatic Toxicity: No significant toxicity to aquatic organisms at typical use concentrations
Persistence & Degradability: Expected to be biodegradable based on ether and ester chemistry
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Likely to have low mobility due to insolubility in water
Other Adverse Effects: No ozone depletion or global warming potential identified, but large quantities should not be released into the environment
Waste Handling: Treat as non-hazardous industrial waste, dispose of in accordance with local, regional and national regulations
Methods of Disposal: Send to licensed chemical disposal facility, incinerate if permitted by regulations, avoid landfill disposal if large quantities
Contaminated Packaging: Decontaminate containers before recycling or disposal, follow local container disposal guidelines
Special Precautions: Do not flush into watercourses, do not dispose of untreated product down the drain
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Classes: Not classified as dangerous goods
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions for User: Keep tightly closed and upright during transport, avoid excessive movement that may damage containers
Environmental Hazards: Not a marine pollutant
Bulk Transport: Not subject to ADR/RID/IMDG/ICAO regulations for bulk chemical transport
Inventory Status: Listed on main chemical inventories (TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, DSL, ENCS, AICS, KECL)
Label Requirements: No special labeling required under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, EU CLP, or GHS, but good practice includes precaution statements
SARAH Title III: Not subject to reporting
REACH Status: Pre-registered or registered under REACH regulation (EU)
Other Regulations: Subject to Chemical Hygiene Plan, not subject to US CERCLA, RCRA, or SARA Sections 302, 304, 313
Restrictions: There are no specific international, national, or regional restrictions identified
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