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Methylparaben

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Item number685679
CAS99-76-3
FormulaC8H8O3
Molecular weight152,15 g/mol
Quantity 1X250MG
storage conditions4 °C
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Safety Data Sheetaccording to Regulation (EC) No 1907/2006 (REACH)
Classifications according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008.
Printdate 29.03.2024
IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE/MIXTURE AND OF THE COMPANY/UNDERTAKING
Product name:Methylparaben
Catalog No.:685679
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixtureIdentified: Laboratory chemical
uses: R&D
Uses advised against:HPC Standards GmbH
Am Wieseneck 7

04451 Cunnersdorf
Deutschland


Tel. +49 34291 3372-36
Fax. +49 34291 3372-39
contact@hpc-standards.com
Emergency telephone numberHPC Standards Tel. +49 34291 3372-36
This number is only available during office hours.
HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Chronic aquatic toxicity (Category 3), H412
For the full text of the H-Statements mentioned in this Section, see Section 16.
This substance is not classified as dangerous according to Directive 67/548/EEC
Label elements
Pictogram
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
Pictogram none
Signal word none
Hazard statement(s)
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary statement(s)
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
Supplemental Hazard
Statements
none
2.3 Other hazards - none
COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS3.1 Substances
Synonyms : Methyl paraben
p-Hydroxybenzoic acid methyl ester
Methylis parahydroxybenzoas
Formula : C8H8O3
Molecular Weight : 152,15 g/mol
CAS-No. : 99-76-3
EC-No. : 202-785-7
No components need to be disclosed according to the applicable regulations.
For the full text of the H-Statements and R-Phrases mentioned in this Section, see Section 16
FormulaC8H8O3
Molecular Weight (g/mol)152.15
CAS-No.99-76-3
FIRST AID MEASURES4.1 Description of first aid measures
General advice
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
The most important known symptoms and effects are described in the labelling (see section 2.2) and/or in
section 11
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
no data available
FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Carbon oxides
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
5.4 Further information
no data available
ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapours, mist or gas. Ensure
adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust.
For personal protection see section 8. 6.2 Environmental precautions
Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the
environment must be avoided.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed
containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections
For disposal see section 13
HANDLING AND STORAGE7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols.
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.
For precautions see section 2.2.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
Apart from the uses mentioned in section 1.2 no other specific uses are stipulated
EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
a) Appearance Form: crystalline
Colour: white
b) Odour odourless
c) Odour Threshold no data available
d) pH no data available
e) Melting point/freezing
point
Melting point/range: 125 - 128 °C
f) Initial boiling point and
boiling range
no data available
g) Flash point no data available
h) Evapouration rate no data available
i) Flammability (solid, gas) The product is not flammable. - Flammability (solids)
j) Upper/lower
flammability or
explosive limits
no data available
k) Vapour pressure no data available
l) Vapour density no data available
m) Relative density 1,38 g/cm3 at 20 °C
n) Water solubility 1,88 g/l at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 105 - soluble
o) Partition coefficient: noctanol/
water
log Pow: 1,98
p) Auto-ignition
temperature
> 403 °C
q) Decomposition
temperature
no data available
r) Viscosity no data available
s) Explosive properties no data available
t) Oxidizing properties The product has been shown not to be oxidising in a test following Directive
67/548/EEC (Method A17, oxidising properties). 9.2 Other safety Information Dissociation constant 8,4 at 23 °C
STABILITY AND REACTIVITY10.1 Reactivity
no data available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
no data available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5 Incompatible materials
Strong oxidizing agents, Strong bases
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Other decomposition products - no data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity
LD50 Oral - rat - 2.100 mg/kg
(OECD Test Guideline 401)
Inhalation: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
Skin - rabbit
Result: No skin irritation - 24 h
Serious eye damage/eye irritation
Eyes - rabbit
Result: Mild eye irritation
Respiratory or skin sensitisation
in vivo assay - guinea pig
Result: Does not cause skin sensitisation.
(OECD Test Guideline 406)
Germ cell mutagenicity
Ames test
S. typhimurium
Result: negative
rat - male
Result: negative
Carcinogenicity
IARC: No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
Developmental Toxicity - rat - Oral
No adverse effect has been observed in chronic toxicity tests.
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure
no data available Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure
no data available
Aspiration hazard
no data available
Additional Information
Repeated dose toxicity - rat - male and female - Oral - No observed adverse effect level - >= 250 mg/kg
RTECS: DH2450000
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly investigated.
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been
thoroughly investigated., Respiratory disorders
ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity to fish semi-static test LC50 - Oryzias latipes - 59,5 mg/l - 96 h
(OECD Test Guideline 203)
Toxicity to daphnia and
other aquatic
invertebrates
static test EC50 - Daphnia magna (Water flea) - 41,1 mg/l - 48 h
(OECD Test Guideline 202)
Toxicity to algae static test EC50 - Pseudokirchneriella subcapitata - 91 mg/l - 72 h
(ISO 8692)
12.2 Persistence and degradability
Biodegradability aerobic - Exposure time 28 d
Result: 89 % - Readily biodegradable.
(OECD Test Guideline 301B)
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
no data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
no data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
PBT/vPvB assessment not available as chemical safety assessment not required/not conducted
12.6 Other adverse effects
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
no data available
DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Dissolve or mix the material
with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber.
Contaminated packaging
Dispose of as unused product.
TRANSPORT INFORMATION14.1 UN number
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.2 UN proper shipping name
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods
IMDG: Not dangerous goods IATA: Not dangerous goods
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.4 Packaging group
ADR/RID: - IMDG: - IATA: -
14.5 Environmental hazards
ADR/RID: no IMDG Marine pollutant: no IATA: no
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available
REGULATORY INFORMATIONThis safety datasheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
no data available
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
For this product a chemical safety assessment was not carried out
OTHER INFORMATIONThe 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. For lab use only!