Product Name: Ethyl 8-Chlorooctanoate
Chemical Formula: C10H19ClO2
Synonyms: 8-Chlorooctanoic acid ethyl ester
CAS Number: 4562-34-9
Recommended Use: Intermediate in chemical synthesis, research applications
Manufacturer/Supplier: Information supplied according to the purchase source
Emergency Contact: Refer to company emergency phone number or local poison control center
Address: Refer to supplier
GHS Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2), Skin irritation (Category 2), Acute oral toxicity (Category 4), Specific organ toxicity – single exposure (Category 3, narcotic effects)
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. Harmful if swallowed. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, fume, gas, mist, vapors or spray. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves, clothing, and eye protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Chemical Name: Ethyl 8-Chlorooctanoate
Concentration: >99% by weight
Impurities: Not specified by standard commercial sources
Additives: None reported
Inhalation: Move subject to fresh air. Keep at rest in comfortable position. Get medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with plenty of soap and water. Seek medical advice if irritation persists.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easily removable. Continue rinsing. Contact a healthcare provider immediately.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth thoroughly. Do not induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Seek immediate medical attention.
Most Important Symptoms/Effects: Irritation to eyes and skin, respiratory symptoms, adverse effects on the nervous system if large amounts inhaled or ingested.
Medical Attention: Symptomatic treatment recommended. Physician should consider possibility of sensitization or secondary infection.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, or water spray. Select medium suitable for surrounding fire.
Special Hazards: Combustible liquid. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Hazardous decomposition includes carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride.
Firefighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus. Cool combustible containers with water spray from safe distance. Avoid inhalation of combustion products.
Specific Hazards: Dense smoke may be produced under fire conditions. Containers may violently rupture under thermal stress.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate area, ventilate. Avoid inhalation or contact with eyes and skin. Wear chemical-resistant gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent release into drains, surface water, and soil. Contain spillage using inert absorbent material (sand, soil, vermiculite), collect and place in appropriate container for disposal. Notify proper authorities if release causes significant environmental impact.
Cleanup Methods: Clean up immediately while using proper PPE. Absorb liquid with inert material, transfer to labeled container, and wash spill area with water. Dispose of waste according to local regulations.
Handling: Avoid direct contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Prevent dust, mist or vapor formation. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Handle with care to prevent leaks and spills.
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and face after handling and before eating or drinking. Remove contaminated clothing before entering eating areas.
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from sources of ignition, strong oxidizers, bases, and acids. Protect from direct sunlight and moisture.
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to maintain air levels below recommended exposure limits.
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical splash goggles, chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing. Use approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or irritation occurs.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limits known for this specific compound. Comparable limits for similar esters suggest keeping exposure as low as reasonably achievable.
General Protection: Avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in work area. Maintain good industrial hygiene.
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Slight ester-like odor
pH: Not applicable (ester)
Melting Point: −30 °C to −27 °C (approximate)
Boiling Point: 250 °C (estimated)
Flash Point: 110 °C
Evaporation Rate: Not determined
Vapor Pressure: <0.01 mm Hg at 20 °C
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Solubility (Water): Insoluble
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Log Kow >3 (estimated)
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not established
Decomposition Temperature: Not established
Viscosity: Not determined
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions.
Reactivity: Reacts with strong acids, strong bases, and strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Polymerization: Will not occur under normal conditions.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, alkalis, acids.
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if swallowed (estimated LD50 oral, rat: 2,000–5,000 mg/kg); inhalation and dermal toxicity: data not available, but caution advised
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes irritation
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Causes irritation
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Data lacking, but not expected to cause sensitization at low doses
Chronic Effects: Prolonged or frequent exposure might produce dermatitis or nervous system effects
Mutagenicity/Carcinogenicity/Reproductive Toxicity: No data available; not classified as a known human carcinogen
Specific Target Organ Toxicity: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
Symptoms: Eye redness, skin rash, nausea, headache, fatigue
Ecotoxicity: No specific data available; related chlorinated fatty acid esters can cause harm to aquatic organisms on direct exposure
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to be biodegradable under environmental conditions, but breakdown may vary depending on site and microbial activity
Bioaccumulative Potential: Potential for accumulation in aquatic organisms given estimated log Kow exceeding 3
Mobility in Soil: Low mobility due to low solubility in water and higher partition coefficient
Other Adverse Effects: Do not allow undiluted product or large quantities to reach groundwater, water courses, or sewage systems
Product Disposal: Dispose of as hazardous chemical waste in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations. Do not pour into drains or the environment.
Container Disposal: Empty containers can retain product residue. Triple rinse and offer for recycling or disposal via licensed waste contractor.
Recommended Disposal Methods: Incineration in a chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber, where permitted.
Precautions: See local guidelines for chemical disposal. Handle waste containers using similar protective measures as for product.
UN Number: Not regulated under UN rules for ground or air transport in typical small packaging
Proper Shipping Name: Ethyl 8-Chlorooctanoate or Chemical, NOI
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated
Packing Group: Not assigned (for small/standard laboratory quantities)
Marine Pollutant: Not classified as marine pollutant, but avoid bulk discharge into water
Special Precautions for Transport: Keep container tightly closed. Protect from physical damage, heat, and incompatible materials.
ERG Code: Not assigned
Chemical Inventory Status: Component listed or regulated under national inventories (such as TSCA, REACH). Check compliance per specific country.
Workplace Safety: Subject to OSHA Hazard Communication Standard in the United States. EU Regulation 1907/2006 (REACH) applicable.
Labeling Requirements: Comply with GHS labeling for hazardous substances for transport and workplace use.
Other Regulations: Ensure use meets applicability of SARA Title III, CERCLA, or similar regional regulations for health and environmental hazards.
Sector-Specific Restrictions: Restrictions may apply to use as food additive, pharmaceutical ingredient, or consumer product depending on region.
