5-METHYLSALICYLIC ACID

Safety Data Sheet
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1. PRODUCT: Syn:  6-Hydroxy-m-toluic acid , p-Cresotic acid  CAS No.: 89-56-5 	E-C No.:201-918-6
 Weight:  152.15g/mol 	Formula: C8H8O3

2. HAZARDS: GHS: Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4)	Skin irritation (Category 2)
Eye irritation (Category 2A)	Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3)
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Signal Word:         WARNING
HAZARD STATEMENT(S): H302: Harmful if swallowed	H319: Causes serious eye irritation
		H315: Causes skin irritation 	H335: May cause respiratory irritation	
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT(S) : P261: Avoid breathing dust/spray/ fume/gas/ mist/ vapors. P264: wash skin thoroughly after handling	P270: Do not drink, eat, smoke, when using this product. P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.   P405: Store locked up. P330: Rinse mouth P280: Wear protective gloves/eye & face protection  P301 + P312: If Swallowed: Call Poison Center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. P302 + P352: If on skin gently wash with plenty of soap & water. P304 + P340: If inhaled: remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338: If in Eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present & easy to do so. Continue Rinsing. P310: Immediately Call Poison Center or doctor/physician 	P391:Collect spillage P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions) P332 + P313: If skin irritation occurs: consult physician P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P403 + P233: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

HMIS Class: Health hazard 2, Flammability   0,  Physical hazards   0			
NFPA Rating: Health hazard 2, Fire     0, Reactivity hazard   0
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION / INFO ON INGREDIENTS: 
Chemical					 CAS No.	 	Percent		
6-Hydroxy-m-toluic acid  			89-56-5	  	98% 

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 min. and seek medical advice. 
Skin: Rinse with plenty of soap & water and seek medical advice. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting w/o medical advice. Rinse with water. Consult physician. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.  Physician: Treat symptomatically & supportively.

5. FIRE FIGHTING: Info: wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH full PPE. Irritating & toxic gas maybe generated by thermal decomp/combustion.  Haz:  Carbon oxides. Extinguishing: Use water spray, dry chem, chem foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Flash Pt: N/A. Autoignite Temp: N/A. Explosion Limits: N/A

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Sect 8. Spills/Leaks: Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the PPE section. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. 

7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation & accumulation.  Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatibles. 

8. EXPOSURE: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Chemical 				ACGIH		NIOSH		OSHA – Final/Vacated PEL’s
5-Methylsalicylic acid			None listed	None listed	None listed

PPE: Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA’s eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. 
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. 

9. PHYSICAL & CHEM: Appearance: White – light brown crystalline powder Melting Pt: 151–154°C (302-309˚F) 

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable at room temp. in closed containers under normal storage & handling. 
Avoid: Incompatibles, dust generation, excess heat, strong oxidants. Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases. Haz Decomp: see section 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS: GP3920200	LD50/LC50: Oral, mouse:  LD50 = 1 gm/kg
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA. Other: May cause respiratory irritation.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: Environmental Fate: No information available.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification. RCRA P-Series: None listed. RCRA U-Series: None listed. 

14. TRANSPORT INFO: Not regulated.

15. REGULATORY INFO: SARA 311/312:  Acute Health Hazard.
CERCLA Hazardous and corresponding RQs None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ. 
SARA Section 302 Extremely Haz None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313 No chemicals are reportable under Section 313. 
STATE CAS# 89-56-5   is not present on state lists from CA, MN, MA, FL. 
PA & NJ Right to Know:	6-Hydroxy-m-toluic acid  CAS#89-56-5
California Prop.65: None of the chemicals are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

EUROPEAN/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
Hazardous Symbols:    XI WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 89-56-5:  1 
Canada - DSL/NDSL CAS# 89-56-5 is not listed on Canada’s DSL List or NDSL List. 
Canada - WHMIS This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products Regulation and the MSDS contains all of the information required by these regulations. CAS#89-56-5 is not listed on Canada’s Ingredient Disclosure List. 

16. DISCLAIMER INFO: DUDLEY CORPORATION provides the information herein in good faith but makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary handling of the material by a properly trained person using this.  Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose. DUDLEY CORPORATION makes no representations or warranties, either expressed or implied, including without limitation and warranties of merchantability, fitness for a particular purpose with respect to the information set forth herein or to the product to which the information refers. Accordingly, DUDLEY CORPORATION will not be responsible for damages resulting from the use of or reliance upon this information.