3-HYDROXY-4-METHYLBENZOIC ACID

Safety Data Sheet
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Effective Date: January 1, 2021
1. PRODUCT: Syn:  3,4-Cresotic acid, 3-Hydroxy-p-toluic acid 	CAS No.: 586-30-1 E-C No.:209-571-2
Weight:  152.15g/mol 			Formula: C8H8O3

2. HAZARD: GHS: Skin irritation (Cat 2) Eye irritation (Cat 2A) Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Cat 3)
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Signal Word:         WARNING
HAZARD STATEMENT: H319: Causes serious eye irritation.H315: Causes skin irritation H335: May cause respiratory irritation 	
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT: P261: Avoid breathing dust/spray/ fume/gas/ mist/ vapors. P264: wash skin thoroughly after handling P271: Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area. P405: Store locked up. P280: Wear protective gloves/eye & face protection P302 + P352: If on skin, 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.	P312: Call Poison Center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions) P332 + P313: If skin irritation occurs: consult physician   P337 + P313: If eye 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

3. COMPOSITION / INFO ON INGREDIENTS: 
Chemical 			 CAS No.	 	Percent		
3-Hydroxy-p-toluic acid	                586-30-1               98%                  

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

5. FIREFIGHTING: Info: wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA or NIOSH & full PPE. Irritating & highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomp/combustion. Extinguishing: Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, water spray, or alcohol-resistant foam. Haz: Carbon oxides.  Flash Pt: N/A Autoignition Temp: N/A

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the PPE section. Sweep up, then place into suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist or gas. Storage: Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

8. EXPOSURE: Facilities storing/utilizing this material should be equipped with eyewash facility & chemical safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. 
Chemical 				ACGIH		NIOSH		OSHA Final / Vacated PELs
3-Hydroxy-4-methyl benzoic 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. 0.11mm thick nitrile. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators: Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard approved respirator when necessary.

9. PHYSICAL & CHEM: Appearance: White to slightly beige powder Melting Pt: 205-210˚C (401-410˚F) 

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable under normal storage & handling conditions. Avoid: Incompatibles.
Incompatibilities: Acids, acetic anhydride, acid chlorides, carbon dioxide, oxidizing agents, bases. Haz Decomp: see section 5

11. TOXIC INFO: RTECS#: unlisted.	LD50/LC50: No info. Carcinogenicity: Not in ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: No info.

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: SARA311/312: Acute Health hazard, Chronic Health Hazard
Section 302 (RQ) and Section 302 (TPQ): None of the chemicals in this product have an RQ or a TPQ.
Section 313: No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
State: CAS# 586-30-1 is not present on state lists from CA, MN, MA, FL. 
PA & NJ Right to Know:	3-Hydroxy-p-toluic acid  CAS#586-30-1
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
Hazard Symbols: XI  WGK (Water Danger/Protection): CAS# 586-30-1: No information found.
Canada DSL/NDSL List: None of the chemicals in the materials are on this list 
Canada WHMIS: None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL or NDSL list.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List CAS# 586-30-1 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.