Methylcyclohexane

CAS 108-87-2 C₇H₁₄ MW 98.2000 Danger
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Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H225 Highly Flammable liquid and vapor Flammable liquids
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways Aspiration hazard
H320 Causes eye irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation
H332 Harmful if inhaled Acute toxicity, inhalation
H335 May cause respiratory irritation Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects
H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard
H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard

Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment.
P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264+P265 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P301+P316 IF SWALLOWED: Get emergency medical help immediately.
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water [or shower].
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.
P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
P391 Collect spillage.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL500 ppm
NIOSH REL400 ppm
NIOSH IDLH1200 ppm
Skin NotationYes — can be absorbed through skin

Physical Properties

Colorless liquid with a faint, benzene-like odor.

Boiling Point214°F
Flash Point25°F
Vapor Pressure37 mmHg
Specific Gravity0.77

NFPA 704 Diamond

3
1
0
Health Fire Reactivity

Target Organs

Lungs Skin Eyes Nervous System

mild narcotic effects

Synonyms

cyclohexylmethane; hexahydrotoluene

Data Sources

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