Product Identification
【Product Name】Ethyl o-toluate
【Synonyms】邻甲基苯甲酸乙酯
【CAS】87-24-1
【Formula】C10H12O2
【Molecular Weight】164.2
【EINECS】201-734-6
【Beilstein/Gmelin】2042517
【Beilstein Reference】4-09-00-01699

Physical and Chemical Properties
【Appearance】Colorless liquid.
【Solubility in water】Insoluble
【Melting Point】-10℃
【Boiling Point】227℃
【Vapor Pressure】0.08 (25℃)
【Density】1.0479 g/cm3 (4℃)
【Partition Coefficient】3.19
【Heat Of Vaporization】46.4 kJ/mol
【Refractive Index】1.507 (22℃)

First Aid Measures
【Ingestion】Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
【Inhalation】Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
【Skin】Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
【Eyes】Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage
【Storage】Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
【Handling】Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification
【Ingestion】May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.
【Inhalation】Causes respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.
【Skin】Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
【Eyes】Causes eye irritation.
【EC Safety Phrase】S 24/25

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
【Personal Protection】Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
【Respirators】Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures
【Flash Point】91℃
【Fire Fighting】Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Combustible Liquid. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures
【Small spills/leaks】Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity
【Stability】No data.
【Incompatibilities】Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
【Decomposition】Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.