Product Name: Ethyl 4-Chlorovalerate
Chemical Formula: C7H13ClO2
Synonyms: Ethyl 4-chloropentanoate
CAS Number: 54124-52-4
Recommended Use: Laboratory chemical, intermediate in organic synthesis
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Classification: Irritating to eyes and skin, may cause respiratory tract irritation, potential environmental hazard
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation, harmful if swallowed or inhaled
Pictogram: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing vapors, wash exposed skin thoroughly after handling, use with adequate ventilation, keep away from flame or hot surfaces
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, eye and skin contact
Potential Health Effects: Irritation to mucous membranes, dizziness, headache, possible respiratory discomfort
Environmental Impact: Harmful to aquatic life with potential for long-lasting effects
Component: Ethyl 4-Chlorovalerate
Concentration: 98–100% by weight
Impurities/Other Components: May contain low levels of residual solvents or starting materials determined by manufacturing process, typically below threshold for additional regulation
CAS Number: 54124-52-4
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, immediately wash skin with plenty of water and soap, seek medical attention if symptoms develop
Inhalation: Move victim to fresh air, keep at rest, seek medical attention for difficulty breathing or persistent symptoms
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek immediate medical attention
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation, redness, pain in affected areas, cough, dizziness, headache
Notes to Physicians: Provide symptomatic and supportive care, monitor for respiratory distress or signs of chemical exposure
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, CO₂, foam, or water spray to cool containers
Unsuitable Media: Direct water jets may spread chemical
Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Vapors may form explosive mixtures, containers may rupture if heated
Products of Combustion: Hydrogen chloride, carbon oxides, other unknown toxic fumes
Protective Equipment for Firefighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear, avoid inhaling combustion products
Special Hazards: Evacuate area, keep upwind
Personal Precautions: Evacuate personnel, ventilate area, avoid inhalation or skin contact, wear appropriate personal protective equipment
Environmental Precautions: Prevent runoff to drains, surface water, and soils
Spill Containment and Cleanup: Contain leak with absorbent inert material, collect and store in closed chemical waste container, wash area with soap and water, ventilate
Notification: Report significant releases to environmental and safety authorities if required by local regulations
Precautions for Safe Handling: Use only in well-ventilated areas, avoid contact with skin and eyes, do not breathe fumes or vapor, wash hands after use, use measures to minimize aerosol generation, do not eat or drink in handling area
Storage Conditions: Store tightly closed in a dry, cool, well-ventilated place away from incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers or acids, keep away from heat or ignition sources
Special Rules: Keep containers upright and secured, label storage area clearly, do not reuse empty containers
Control Parameters: No established OSHA or ACGIH exposure limits for this specific chemical
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, chemical fume hood recommended for laboratory settings
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves (e.g., nitrile or neoprene), splash-resistant safety goggles, laboratory coat or apron, in case of insufficient ventilation use respiratory protection (organic vapor cartridge recommended)
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly before breaks, after handling, remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
Appearance: Clear colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Slight characteristic ester odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable (neutral in aqueous solution)
Melting Point: Below room temperature
Boiling Point: Approximately 210–216°C
Flash Point: 95°C (closed cup, estimated)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Combustible liquid
Vapor Pressure: Low at room temperature
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Relative Density: 1.04 g/cm³ (at 20°C)
Solubility: Partially soluble in water, miscible with most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not established
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Viscosity: Not measured
Molecular Weight: 164.63 g/mol
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage conditions
Possible Hazardous Reactions: May react with strong oxidizers, acids, bases
Polymerization: Will not occur under standard conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flame, strong sunlight, incompatible substances
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids or bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride gas, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and possible other toxic vapors with thermal decomposition
Acute Toxicity: Limited data; estimated oral, dermal, inhalation toxicity may be moderate based on related esters
Potential Health Effects: Skin and eye irritant, respiratory tract irritation, possible digestive discomfort if ingested, headache, dizziness
Routes of Exposure: Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion
Symptoms: Redness, pain, dryness for skin and eye exposure; cough, shortness of breath for inhalation; nausea, abdominal pain for ingestion
Sensitization: Not reported
Chronic Effects: No long-term toxicity data, avoid repeated or prolonged exposure
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity: Not classified by IARC or NTP based on available evidence
Reproductive Toxicity: No data
Toxicity to Aquatic Organisms: Anticipated moderate toxicity based on chemical class, may affect fish and invertebrates negatively upon acute exposure
Mobility: May leach in soil, soluble in organic solvents, limited water solubility
Persistence and Degradability: May undergo slow degradation in the environment, not rapidly biodegradable
Bioaccumulation Potential: Potential for accumulation in aquatic organisms not clearly established
Other Adverse Effects: Risk of contamination in water systems, avoid direct release into watershed
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose of waste and contaminated containers in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations
Methods of Disposal: Incinerate in approved facility or hand over to licensed hazardous waste disposal contractor
Special Precautions: Do not discharge to waterways, sewers, or unregulated landfills
Contaminated Packaging: Triple rinse, puncture or crush before disposal, comply with chemical waste labeling regulations
UN Number: Not assigned for this substance in most transport codes
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated, may be shipped as chemical liquid, n.o.s. if required
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous according to IATA, IMDG, DOT guidelines under routine lab packaging
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Non-marine pollutant
Special Precautions for Transport: Keep containers tightly closed, secure to prevent movement in transit, handle with gloves and splash protection as for storage, store away from strong oxidizers, acids
U.S. Regulations: Not listed on the U.S. TSCA inventory as a regulated material; not listed on CERCLA, SARA Title III, or RCRA as hazardous chemical
Canada: Not subject to reporting on the DSL/NDSL lists for toxic substances
EU: Not classified as hazardous for supply up to 2018; subject to standard REACH obligations, consult updated version for REACH/CLP compliance
Other International Regulations: Chemical may be subject to registration in other countries where handled in bulk or for industrial use
Workplace Regulations: Standard industrial safety procedures apply, chemical hygiene plan requirements for laboratory use
Label Elements: Clearly mark all containers with identification, hazard pictogram, and safety measures based on actual workplace risk assessment
