Product Name: Ethyl Salicylate
Chemical Name: Ethyl 2-hydroxybenzoate
CAS Number: 118-61-6
EINECS Number: 204-258-6
Molecular Formula: C9H10O3
Molecular Weight: 166.18 g/mol
Recommended Uses: Flavoring agent, fragrance ingredient, pharmaceutical intermediate, solvent
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier documentation
Contact Information: Emergency phone numbers, address, and email set by supplier documentation
GHS Classification: Eye irritation Category 2, Skin irritation Category 2
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation, may cause serious eye irritation, may cause respiratory discomfort
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with eyes or skin, avoid breathing dust, wash thoroughly after handling, use personal protective equipment
Chemical Identity: Ethyl Salicylate
Concentration: at least 98% by weight
Impurities: Minor quantities of related esters or residual solvents possible, data supplied by manufacturer
Synonyms: 2-Hydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester, Benzoic acid, 2-hydroxy-, ethyl ester
Eye Contact: Rinse with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes, remove contact lenses if present, seek medical attention if irritation continues
Skin Contact: Wash skin thoroughly with water and soap, remove contaminated clothing, seek medical assistance for any persistent irritation
Inhalation: Move person into fresh air, ensure comfortable breathing, get medical attention for symptoms like coughing or difficulty breathing
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, never induce vomiting unless directed by a health professional, seek immediate medical advice
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jets may spread burning material
Specific Hazards: Vapors may form flammable mixtures with air, combustion may produce carbon oxides and irritating fumes
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Special Procedures: Isolate the area, stay upwind, prevent runoff into drains and waterways
Personal Precautions: Use protective clothing, gloves, and eye protection, ensure adequate ventilation, avoid breathing vapors or dust
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spill from entering drains, sewers, or surface water
Methods for Clean-up: Soak up with inert absorbent material, shovel residue into a container for disposal, clean area with water and detergent
Handling: Avoid exposure to skin and eyes, minimize dust generation, use in well-ventilated areas, wash hands after use
Storage: Store in tightly closed container, in cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from heat or ignition sources, incompatible substances include strong oxidizing agents
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific occupational exposure limits established
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, and general dilution ventilation to keep airborne levels below recommended exposure limits
Personal Protection—Eyes: Safety goggles
Personal Protection—Skin: Protective gloves, lab coat
Personal Protection—Respiratory: NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator for exposures above exposure limits or when ventilation is inadequate
General Hygiene: No eating, drinking, or smoking while handling, wash hands after use
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Characteristic, sweet, wintergreen-like aroma
Odor Threshold: Not established
Melting Point: -8°C (17.6°F)
Boiling Point: 230°C (446°F)
Vapor Pressure: 0.14 mmHg at 25°C
Vapor Density: 5.7 (Air = 1)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, very soluble in ethanol and organic solvents
pH: Not applicable (not water soluble enough)
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): 2.61
Viscosity: Not established
Flash Point: 108°C (Cleveland Open Cup)
Autoignition Temperature: 500°C
Decomposition Temperature: 260°C
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Density: 1.14 g/cm3 at 25°C
Stability: Stable under standard conditions of storage and handling
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids or bases
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, sparks, and sources of ignition
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke, irritating organic fumes
Hazardous Reactions: None known during normal processing and storage
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Potential Acute Health Effects: Can cause skin and eye irritation, inhalation may lead to irritation of respiratory tract, ingestion can cause gastrointestinal upset
Potential Chronic Health Effects: Prolonged or repeated skin contact may result in dermatitis; risk of allergic reactions in sensitive individuals is not ruled out
LD50 (Oral, Rat): 1,990 mg/kg
LD50 (Dermal, Rabbit): Data not available
Carcinogenicity: Not classified as a human carcinogen by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Mutagenicity and Teratogenicity: Not expected based on available data
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms at high concentrations
Aquatic Toxicity (Fish): LC50 96h: 23 mg/L (Oryzias latipes)
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in soil and water
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low to moderate, log Kow indicates some potential for bioaccumulation
Mobility in Soil: Low volatility, substance likely to adsorb to soil particles
Other Adverse Effects: Prevent release to the environment at concentrations above permitted limits
Waste Disposal: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, national, and international regulations, incineration preferred for organic chemicals
Packaging Disposal: Triple-rinse empty containers, recycle or dispose of as chemical waste
Precautions: Do not dump into drains, soil, or water bodies
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Ethyl Salicylate
Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant
Special Precautions for User: Avoid transport with food and feedstuffs, ensure container integrity during transit
U.S. Regulations: Listed on TSCA inventory, not subject to SARA 313 reporting, not regulated under CERCLA
European Union: Listed in EINECS, not classified as a hazardous substance according to EU regulations, no specific workplace exposure limits
Canada: Listed on DSL, no WHMIS classification
Label Requirements: GHS compliant labeling required with warning and precautionary statements
Other International Regulations: Meets standards set by major chemical safety conventions; check country-specific requirements for import, export, and environmental compliance
