International Chemical Safety Cards

ISOPHORONE ICSC: 0169

ISOPHORONE
1,1,3-Trimethyl-3-cyclohexene-5-one
3,5,5-Trimethyl-2-cyclohexene-1-one
Isoacetophorone
C9H14O
Molecular mass: 138.2
CAS # 78-59-1
RTECS # GW7700000
ICSC # 0169
EC # 606-012-00-8
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames.
Powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 84°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 84°C use a closed system, ventilation.

 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!

INHALATION Burning sensation. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath.
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN Dry skin. Redness.
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness. Pain. Blurred vision.
Safety spectacles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Abdominal pain. Burning sensation (further see Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place.
Separated from strong oxidants.

Xi symbol
R: 36/37/38
S: (2-)26
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0169 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

ISOPHORONE ICSC: 0169

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
 Reacts with strong oxidants.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: 5 ppm; 28 mg/m3 (ceiling values) (ACGIH 1993-1994).


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance and the vapour of this substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Exposure could cause lowering of consciousness.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Lungs may be affected by inhalation of high concentrations. The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 215°C
Melting point: -8°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.92
Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 25°C: 1.2
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 40		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.8
Flash point: 84°C c.c.°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 460°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.8-3.8
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.2
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
N O T E S
The occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-621
NFPA Code: H 2; F 2; R 0;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0169 ISOPHORONE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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