Product Name: Ethyl 6-Chlorohexanoate
Chemical Formula: C8H15ClO2
CAS Number: 6293-28-3
Product Use: Organic synthesis, pharmaceutical intermediate
Manufacturer: Supplier information on label or invoice
Contact Numbers: Emergency phone listed on label, general inquiries through main office
Email: Safety department email for safety, handling, or transport questions
Classification: Irritant to skin and eyes, potentially harmful if inhaled or swallowed
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes eye and skin irritation, may cause respiratory irritation, toxic to aquatic life
Pictograms: Exclamation mark, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid skin and eye contact, wear protective clothing, use in ventilated areas, avoid release into the environment
Chemical: Ethyl 6-Chlorohexanoate
Common Name: No alternate common name widely used
Chemical Family: Ester, chlorinated aliphatic compound
Impurities: May contain trace moisture or related chlorinated esters
Concentration: Typically ≥98% purity unless otherwise specified
Synonyms: Ethyl 6-chlorohexanoate, 6-chlorohexanoic acid ethyl ester
Eye Contact: Rinse with gentle stream of water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue rinsing, seek medical attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing and shoes, wash skin with soap and water, seek medical help for persistent symptoms
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air, keep warm and at rest, if breathing difficulty or irritation occurs, consult physician
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, drink water if alert, call poison control and seek immediate attention
Symptoms and Effects: Stinging, redness, cough, sore throat, nausea possible; delayed effects may include dermatitis
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, CO2, water spray for small fires, larger fires use water fog
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: High-pressure water jets may spread the burning material
Special Hazards: Can form irritating and toxic smoke, may emit hydrogen chloride and carbon oxides
Protective Equipment: Wear full protective gear including self-contained breathing apparatus
Firefighting Instructions: Move containers away from fire if safe, cool exposed containers with water, prevent runoff from entering drains
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable gloves, eye protection, avoid breathing vapors, ensure good ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering drains, watercourses, or soil
Methods for Cleaning Up: Absorb with inert material such as sand, sweep up, place in suitable container for disposal, ventilate area, wash spill site after material pickup
Emergency Procedures: Isolate area, remove ignition sources, use nonsparking tools
Handling: Use in chemically resistant gloves, goggles and protective clothing, avoid breathing vapor or mist, keep away from sources of ignition, don’t eat, drink, or smoke near work area
Storage: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated location, tightly sealed containers, protect from moisture, incompatible substances like strong oxidizers kept separate
Special Considerations: Use explosion-proof equipment where vapor formation is likely, ground and bond containers for static discharge
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific value established, recommend exposure kept to minimum
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust in poorly ventilated places, splash guards where risk of spills
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical safety goggles, resistant gloves (nitrile or neoprene), lab coat or apron, NIOSH-approved respirator for vapors if local exhaust not sufficient
Hygiene Measures: Do not touch face or rub eyes during use, wash hands thoroughly after handling, remove contaminated clothing before breaks or leaving workplace
Appearance: Clear to slightly yellowish liquid
Odor: Characteristic mild odor
Molecular Weight: 178.66 g/mol
Boiling Point: 111–114 °C at 20 mmHg
Melting Point: Not available
Flash Point: 94 °C (estimated, closed cup)
Vapor Pressure: Not precisely determined at standard conditions
Solubility: Very low in water, soluble in organic solvents like alcohols and ethers
Density: Near 1.05 g/cm³ at 25 °C
Partition Coefficient (log Pow): Not measured, likely moderate
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal use and storage conditions, hydrolyzes slowly in presence of water
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, open flames, direct sunlight, strong oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids or bases
Hazardous Decomposition: Hydrogen chloride, carbon oxides released at high temperatures
Hazardous Polymerization: Not expected
Acute Toxicity: LD50 oral (rat, estimates range 1500–3000 mg/kg), LD50 dermal (no data, likely moderate toxicity)
Irritation: Skin and eye irritation reported in animal models
Sensitization: Not expected to cause skin sensitization under normal use
Chronic Toxicity: Not classified as carcinogen, mutagen, or reproductive toxin based on available information
Potential Effects: May cause gastrointestinal distress if ingested, respiratory irritation if inhaled
Target Organs: None specifically identified in chronic studies
Ecotoxicity: Expected to be toxic to aquatic organisms at moderate concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Moderately persistent, hydrolysis and biodegradation expected over time
Bioaccumulative Potential: Not determined, unlikely to bioaccumulate significantly
Mobility in Soil: Low water solubility suggests limited mobility in most soils
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release into natural waterways, not classified as ozone depleting
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose as hazardous waste by incineration or authorized chemical waste facility, avoid landfill or sewage system discharge
Container Disposal: Triple rinse containers, puncture and send to permitted facility, follow local regulations
Waste Codes: Assign appropriate code based on country regulations
Precautions: All waste work done in compliance with national, regional, and local environment protection rules
UN Number: Not assigned (not regulated for transport under typical shipping scenarios)
Proper Shipping Name: Not regulated
Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous under DOT, IATA, or IMDG guidelines
Packing Group: Not applicable
Marine Pollutant: No data, avoid shipment over water if avoidable
Special Precautions: Ensure secure packaging to prevent leaks, transport with compatible materials only, emergency contact numbers available on shipping documents
US Regulations: Not listed on TSCA or SARA Title III, not subject to CERCLA reporting
EU Regulations: REACH pre-registration may apply, not classified as hazardous per CLP regulation
Canada: Not listed in DSL or NDSL, not a controlled product under WHMIS
Other Inventories: Check specific country chemical inventory listings
Labeling Requirements: Hazard pictogram and warning required on product label, workplace labels describe handling and first aid measures
Other Notes: Review national workplace safety rules regularly, update training if SDS is revised
