Substance Name: Sebacic Acid
Chemical Formula: C10H18O4
CAS Number: 111-20-6
Synonyms: Decanedioic Acid
Recommended Use: Plasticizer, intermediate in nylon, lubricants, cosmetics, pharmaceuticals
Supplier Details: Manufacturer’s contact details and emergency telephone number
Product Code: Proprietary code supplied by manufacturer
GHS Classification: Eye irritation Category 2A, Skin irritation Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use eye and face protection. Wear protective gloves.
Hazard Symbol: Irritant
Routes of Exposure: Skin contact, eye contact, inhalation of dust, ingestion
Chemical Identity: Sebacic Acid (Decanedioic Acid)
CAS Number: 111-20-6
Concentration: 97–100% (by weight)
Impurities: Not typically present in hazardous concentrations
Additives: None required for technical or formulated grade
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with clean water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Seek medical attention if irritation persists.
Skin Contact: Wash area with soap and water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical advice for persistent irritation.
Inhalation: Move to fresh air. Keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Seek medical attention if symptoms appear.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Seek medical attention if discomfort develops.
Most Important Symptoms: Redness, irritation, pain in contact areas.
Notes for Physicians: Treat symptomatically. No specific antidote.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide
Unsuitable Media: Avoid full water jet. Risk of spreading material.
Specific Hazards: Carbon oxides may form in fire. Dust may form explosive mixtures with air.
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear.
Special Procedures: Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Prevent run-off from entering drains or watercourses.
Personal Precautions: Use personal protective equipment as required. Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent further leakage or spillage. Avoid discharge into drains, surface water, or soil.
Cleanup Methods: Collect solid material. Place in a suitable container for disposal. Ventilate area thoroughly.
Handling Dust: Minimize dust formation. Use non-sparking tools and explosion-proof equipment.
Disposal of Waste: Comply with local and national regulations for hazardous waste.
Handling: Wear protective gloves, eye protection, and use local ventilation. Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing.
Technical Measures: Employ dust control measures. Prevent buildup of dust.
General Hygiene: Wash hands before eating, drinking, or smoking. Ensure eyewash stations and safety showers are available.
Storage Conditions: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers.
Container Requirements: Keep tightly closed when not in use. Avoid prolonged exposure of containers to moisture.
Incompatibilities: Strong bases, oxidizing agents
Engineering Controls: Provide adequate ventilation. Use local exhaust at processing points.
Exposure Limits: No values established for sebacic acid. Maintain general workplace dust limits (ACGIH TLV for nuisance dust: 10 mg/m³ (total), 3 mg/m³ (respirable)).
Respiratory Protection: If airborne dust is generated, use a dust mask meeting NIOSH N95 or higher standard.
Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side-shields or chemical splash goggles
Skin Protection: Gloves resistant to chemicals, long-sleeved clothing
Personal Hygiene: Avoid eating or drinking during use. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
Other Protection: Safety shoes, protective apron if necessary
Appearance: White crystalline powder or flakes
Odor: Faint, fatty
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: 6.0–7.0 (1% solution in water)
Melting Point: 131–134°C
Boiling Point: 294°C (decomposes)
Flash Point: >180°C (closed cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not applicable
Flammability: Dust may be combustible
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not applicable
Relative Density: 1.2 g/cm³ (20°C)
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol and ether
Partition Coefficient (Log Kow): 0.72
Auto-ignition Temperature: 395°C
Decomposition Temperature: >300°C
Viscosity: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal conditions
Hazardous Reactions: None known with common materials
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong bases
Decomposition Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, possible low molecular weight organic acids
Conditions to Avoid: Exposure to excessive heat, ignition sources, moisture
Acute Toxicity: Expected to have low acute oral and dermal toxicity
Oral LD50 (rat): >10,000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: May cause mild to moderate irritation with prolonged contact
Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes serious eye irritation
Respiratory Sensitization: No reliable data
Skin Sensitization: Not a known sensitizer
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by IARC, NTP, or OSHA
Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence found in animal studies
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: No specific data
Aspiration Hazard: Not applicable
Ecotoxicity: Minimal toxicity toward aquatic organisms. LC50 (fish, 96h): >100 mg/L
Persistence and Degradability: Biodegradable in water and soil
Bioaccumulative Potential: Low (<1, Log Kow 0.72)
Mobility in Soil: Moderate mobility expected due to water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: No significant risk identified for ozone depletion or endocrine disruption
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of waste in accordance with national, regional, or local regulations
Disposal of Packaging: Clean containers can be recycled or disposed of as non-hazardous waste
Special Instructions: Do not discharge into drains or the environment
Physical and Chemical Properties Affecting Disposal: Solid residue, non-volatile, stable
Recommended Disposal: Incinerate with energy recovery or dispose of at a licensed landfill facility
UN Number: Not classified as hazardous for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Sebacic Acid
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Prevent dust release, use sealed containers during transportation.
Additional Information: Not subject to international regulations under ADR/RID, IMDG, IATA
Inventories: Listed on TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, DSL/NDSL, AICS
OSHA Regulation: Not classified as hazardous under OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
EPA Regulation: Not listed as hazardous waste under RCRA
SARA Title III: Not subject to SARA Title III sections 302, 304, 311, 312, or 313
REACH Status: Registered, complies with Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006
Labeling Requirements: Safety phrases and precautionary phrases per GHS
Other State and Federal Regulations: Not subject to any specific state right-to-know requirements
