Safety data for sebacoyl chloride
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Synonyms: sebacyl chloride, n-octane-1,8-dicarboxylic acid dichloride
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Molecular formula: ClCO(CH2)8COCl
CAS No: 111-19-3
EINECS No: 203-843-4
Physical data
Appearance: colourless to light yellow liquid with a pungent odour
Melting point: -7 C
Boiling point:
Vapour density:
Vapour pressure:
Density (g cm-3): 1.12
Flash point: 113 C
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility: decomposes
Stability
Reacts violently with water liberating toxic gas.
Incompatible with water, oxidizing agents, amines, alcohols.
Toxicology
Corrosive - causes burns. Harmful if swallowed or
inhaled, and in contact with the skin. Severe irritant.
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R20 R21 R22 R34 R36 R37 R38.
Transport information
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UN No 1760. Hazard class 8.
Personal protection
Safety glasses, gloves, good ventilation. Do not add water
to bottles containing this material. Use CO2 rather
than water extinguishers to tackle fires involving it.
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S26 S36 S37 S39 S45.