Material Safety Data Sheet

SECTION 1 - PRODUCT & COMPANY INFORMATION
01	Product Name:	SODIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE
02	Synonyms:	2-Ethylcaproic acid sodium salt * 2 Ethylhexanoic acid sodium salt *
03	Chemical Formula:	C8H15O2Na
04	Molecular Wt:	166.20
05	Company:	RONAK CHEMICALS
06	Address:	4709/1, GIDC Estate, Nr. Sun Pharma Inds. Ltd., Ankleshwar – 393 002, Gujarat, INDIA.

SECTION 2 - Composition/Information on Ingredients
Product Name	CAS No EC No Annex I Index No.
POTASSIUM 2-ETHYLHEXANOATE	19766-89-3 243-283-8 None

SECTION 3 - Hazards Identification
SPECIAL INDICATION OF HAZARDS TO HUMANS AND THE ENVIRONMENT Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin

SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation:	If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial Respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin Contact:	In Case Of Contact, Immediately Wash Skin With Soap And Copious Amounts Of Water.
Eye Contact:	In Case Of Contact, Immediately Flush Eyes With Copious Amounts Of Water For At Least 15 Mint.
Ingestion :	If Swallowed, Wash Out Mouth With Water Provided Person Is Conscious. Call A Physician.

SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing Media Suitable:	Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, Or appropriate foam.
Special Risks :	Specific Hazard(s): Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
Special Protective Equipment For Firefighters:	Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
PROCEDURE(S) OF PERSONAL PRECAUTION(S) :	Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots, and heavy rubber gloves.
METHODS FOR CLEANING UP:	Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal. Avoid raising dust. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
HANDLING:	Directions for Safe Handling: Do not breathe dust. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure.
STORAGE:	Conditions of Storage: Keep tightly closed.

SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:	Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required.
General Hygiene Measures:	Wash thoroughly after handling.
Personal Protective Equipment:	Respiratory Protection: Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a dust mask type N95 (US) or type P1 (EN 143) respirator.
Hand Protection:	Compatible chemical-resistant gloves.
Eye Protection:	Chemical safety goggles.

SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance:	Physical State: Solid
Property:	Value	At Temperature or Pressure
pH:	N/A
BP/BP Range:	N/A
MP/MP Range:	> 300 °C
Flash Point:	N/A
Flammability:	N/A
Autoignition Temp:	N/A
Oxidizing Properties:	N/A
Explosive Properties:	N/A
Explosion Limits:	N/A
Vapor Pressure:	N/A
SG/Density:	N/A
Partition Coefficient:	N/A
Viscosity:	N/A
Vapor Density:	N/A
Saturated Vapor Conc.:	N/A
Evaporation Rate:	N/A
Bulk Density:	N/A
Conductivity:	N/A
Miscellaneous Data:	N/A
Solubility:	N/A

SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:	Stable, Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:	Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide
Hazardous Polymerization:	Will not occur

SECTION 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS NUMBER: MO7855000
SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
ROUTE OF EXPOSURE
Skin Contact:	Causes skin irritation.
Skin Absorption:	May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eye Contact:	Causes eye irritation.
Inhalation:	May be harmful if inhaled. Material is irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract.
Ingestion:	May be harmful if swallowed.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - TERATOGEN
Species:	Rat
Dose:	4200 MG/KG
Route of Application:	Oral
Exposure Time:	(6-19D PREG)
Result:	Effects on Embryo or Fetus: Fetotoxicity (except death,e.g., stunted fetus).
Species:	Rat
Dose:	1400 MG/KG
Route of Application:	Oral
Exposure Time:	(6-19D PREG)
Result:	Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Urogenital system. Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Musculoskeletal system.
CHRONIC EXPOSURE - REPRODUCTIVE HAZARD
Species:	Mouse
Dose:	2304 MG/KG
Route of Application:	Intraperitoneal
Exposure Time:	(7-9D PREG)
Result:	Effects on Fertility: Post-implantation mortality (e.g.,dead and/or resorbed implants per total number of implants). Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Central nervous system.

SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
No data available.

SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
SUBSTANCE DISPOSAL
Contact a licensed professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Observe all federal, state, and local environmental regulations.

SECTION 14 - Transport Information
RID/ADR:	Non-hazardous for road transport.
IMDG:	Non-hazardous for sea transport.
IATA:	Non-hazardous for air transport.

SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
CLASSIFICATION AND LABELING ACCORDING TO EU DIRECTIVES
INDICATION OF DANGER	Xi Irritant
R-PHRASES	36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
S-PHRASES	26-36 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable protective clothing.
COUNTRY SPECIFIC INFORMATION
Germany
WGK	3, Self-Classification

SECTION 16 - Other Information
WARRANTY
The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. Sigma-Aldrich Inc., shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. Copyright 2007 Sigma-Aldrich Co. License granted to make unlimited paper copies for internal use only.