Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Crotonic acid
Common Name/
Trade Name
Manufacturer
Commercial Name(s)
Synonym
Chemical Name
Chemical Family
Crotonic acid
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water
for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.Wash
clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek
immediate medical attention.
Inhalation If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Get medical attention.
Serious Inhalation Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product Combustible.
Auto-Ignition Temperature 396°C (744.8°F)
OPEN CUP: 88°C (190.4°F).
Flash Points
Not available.
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products of Combustion
Fire Hazards in Presence of Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Various Substances
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Explosion Hazards in
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Presence of Various
Substances
Fire Fighting Media SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
and Instructions LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide.
Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste
disposal container.
Large Spill Combustible material. Corrosive liquid.
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY
earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled
material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined
Crotonic acid
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Precautions Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment
containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Never add water to this
product. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical
advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from
incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Storage Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealed until ready for use.
Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame).
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors
below their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal
to the work-station location.
Personal Protection Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves. Boots. Respiratory protection is not necessary for normal handling. Good room ventilation or use
of local exhaust (fume hood) is sufficient. Use a vapor respirator under conditions where exposure to the
substance is apparent (e.g. generation of high concentrations of mist or vapor or dust, inadequate
ventilation, development of respiratory tract irritation), and engineering controls are not feasible. Be sure to
use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should
a Large Spill be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a
specialist BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Liquid. Not available.
Odor
Taste Not available.
Molecular Weight 86.09 g/mole
Color Not available.
pH (1% soln/water) Not available.
185°C (365°F)
Boiling Point
Melting Point 72°C (161.6°F)
Critical Temperature Not available.
Specific Gravity 0.9604 - 1.03 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure 0 kPa (@ 20°C)
2.97 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
Volatility Not available.
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Not available.
Ionicity (in Water) Not available.
Dispersion Properties See solubility in water, diethyl ether, acetone.
Solubility Easily soluble in hot water.
Soluble in cold water, diethyl ether, acetone.
SOLUBLE IN HOT PETROLEUM ETHER
IN ETHANOL @ 25 DEG C: 52.5% WT/WT; ACETONE @ 25 DEG C: 53.0% W/W; IN TOLUENE @ 25
DEG C: 37.5% WT/WT
Water solubility: 8.6X10+4 mg/l at 25 deg C
555 g/l in water at 20 deg C
Crotonic acid
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Instability Temperature Not available.
Heat, ignition sources, incompatible materials
Conditions of Instability
Incompatibility with various Reactive with oxidizing agents.
substances
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Corrosivity
Special Remarks on Not available.
Reactivity
Special Remarks on Not available.
Corrosivity
Will not occur.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 1000 mg/kg [Rat].
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 200 mg/kg [Guinea pig].
Chronic Effects on Humans May cause damage to the following organs: lungs.
Other Toxic Effects on Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion.
Humans Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation.
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Acute Potential Health Effects:
Toxic Effects on Humans Skin: Corrosive. Causes severe irritation and burns.
Eyes: Corrosive. Causes severe irritation and burns.
Inhalation: Breathing in Crotonic Acid can irritate the nose and throat causing coughing and wheezing. It
may cause burns to the respiratory tract.
Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Can cause digestive tract/gastrointestinal tract burns.
Chronic Potential Health Effects:
Inhalation: It can irritate the lungs. Repeated exposure may cause bronchitis to develop with cough,
phlegm, and/or shortness of breath.
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
BOD5 and COD Not available.
Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation
products may arise.
Toxicity of the Products The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
of Biodegradation
Special Remarks on the Not available.
Products of Biodegradation
Crotonic acid
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification Class 8: Corrosive material
UNNA: 2823 : Crotonic Acid, solid PG: III
Identification
Not available.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
Pennsylvania RTK: Crotonic acid
Federal and State
Massachusetts RTK: Crotonic acid
Regulations
New Jersey: Crotonic acid
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Crotonic acid
California California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has
Proposition 65 found to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Warnings
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has
found to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found.
Other Regulations OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS
No. 223-077-4).
Canada: Listed on Canadian Domestic Substance List (DSL).
China: Listed on National Inventory.
Japan: Listed on National Inventory (ENCS).
Korea: Listed on National Inventory (KECI).
Philippines: Listed on National Inventory (PICCS).
Australia: Listed on AICS.
WHMIS (Canada) CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
Other Classifications
DSCL (EEC) R34- Causes burns. S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse
immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves and eye/face protection.
S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell,
seek medical advice immediately (show the
label where possible).
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 3 National Fire Protection
2 Flammability
2 Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
3 0 Reactivity
Health
Reactivity
0
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
Crotonic acid
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment
Gloves.
Full suit.
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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