Product Name: Phenylethyl Resorcinol
Chemical Formula: C14H14O2
Synonyms: 4-(1-Phenylethyl)resorcinol
Manufacturer: Supplier contact details required before purchase; information must be kept on site for reference and regulatory compliance.
Use: Ingredient in cosmetic formulations, commonly for skin-brightening products.
Contact Information: Local distributor or main corporate office provides emergency numbers; maintain emergency data visible at storage locations.
CAS Number: 85-27-8
Recommended Use: Industrial and cosmetic preparations only, never for food or pharmaceutical applications.
Restrictions: Use only in professional settings; non-professionals must avoid direct contact.
Emergency Contact: OSHA regulated; follow procedures for chemical exposure and fire emergencies.
Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS for normal handling; situations involving fire, ingestion, or inhalation can present risks.
Health Hazards: May cause slight eye or skin irritation on prolonged exposure; dust inhalation can trigger mild respiratory effects.
Fire and Explosion Hazards: Fine dust may create combustible mixtures with air; high temperatures release irritating fumes.
Environmental Hazards: Large releases may impact aquatic environments; avoid disposal outside regulated channels.
Signal Word: Caution—handle using personal protection and adequate ventilation.
Pictogram: No standardized pictograms required for consumer products, but industrial quantities demand a warning icon.
Risk Phrases: R36/38: Irritating to eyes and skin; S22: Do not breathe dust; S24/25: Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
Target Organs: Skin, eyes, respiratory tract.
Component: Phenylethyl Resorcinol
Concentration: Typically supplied as pure solid, may appear as 99% or higher in certified batches.
Purity: No significant impurities above threshold for GHS classification.
Stabilizers and Additives: None commonly present; verify with supplier for batch variations.
Other Ingredients: None required for proper function in cosmetic or industrial formulations.
Eye Contact: Flush with fresh water for several minutes; remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so without causing harm; continue rinsing; seek medical attention for persistent irritation.
Skin Contact: Remove any contaminated clothing immediately; wash affected skin thoroughly with soap and water; medical attention is rarely needed unless rash or irritation develops.
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air location; seek medical advice if symptoms like coughing, shortness of breath, or dizziness do not subside quickly.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth if material is swallowed; medical supervision needed in cases with large quantities or prolonged symptoms like nausea or abdominal pain; do not induce vomiting.
Most Important Symptoms: Itching, redness, mild respiratory discomfort, or abdominal upset.
Protecting First Responders: Wear gloves, protective glasses, and a dust mask or respirator during direct contact scenarios.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray for small fires; foam or water fog for larger fires, ensuring personnel protection.
Unsuitable Media: Do not use strong jets of water; may scatter dust and spread fire.
Special Hazards: Combustion produces carbon oxides and potentially irritating fumes; closed containers may rupture under excessive heat.
Firefighter Protection: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear; avoid inhaling gases or dust.
Thermal Decomposition: Avoid direct exposure to flame as fumes contain hazardous gases.
Explosion Data: Risk increases if dust is present in air; avoid sources of ignition.
Personal Precautions: Wear gloves, goggles, and dust mask; avoid breathing dust; control access to affected area.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent product from entering drains, soil, and open water courses; use barriers or absorbent materials.
Spill Cleanup Methods: Gently sweep up solid and deposit in containers for disposal; avoid raising dust clouds; ventilate area thoroughly.
Disposal for Large Spills: Collect using spark-proof tools; store in labeled containers.
Safe Handling Advice: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing by using gloves and goggles; use only with local exhaust or adequate ventilation.
Storage Conditions: Keep in tightly sealed containers; store in cool, dry, well-ventilated places away from incompatible substances such as strong acids, oxidizers, or moisture sources.
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, or bases may trigger hazardous reactions.
Hygiene: Wash hands before breaks and after handling; do not eat, drink, or smoke in work areas.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established OSHA or ACGIH exposure limits for this specific molecule, but avoid inhaling dust.
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation is recommended; maintain airflow to reduce airborne concentrations.
Personal Protective Equipment: Use dust masks or respirators, chemical safety goggles, gloves (nitrile or latex), and dedicated work clothes.
Environmental Exposure Controls: Ensure chemical-resistant floors and retain wastewater for proper disposal.
Monitor Exposure: Regular workplace air measurements; keep records of personnel exposure and symptoms.
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid or powder.
Odor: Mild to none; no sharp or irritating fumes in normal use.
Melting Point: Approximately 77-81°C
Boiling Point: Not precisely defined due to decomposition; technical suppliers typically reference decomposition above 260°C.
Solubility: Sparingly soluble in water; soluble in ethanol, DMSO, and some oils.
pH: Neutral (in water suspension).
Vapor Pressure: Negligible under ambient conditions.
Partition Coefficient (log P): Estimated around 2.1.
Other Properties: Stable crystalline structure at room temperature; does not sublimate or release detectable gases under normal conditions.
Density: Approximately 1.18 g/cm³
Flash Point: Above 100°C, typically not reached in normal handling operations.
Chemical Stability: Remains stable under normal storage and handling conditions without exposure to strong acids, bases, or oxidants.
Conditions to Avoid: Rapid heating, open flames, static discharge, high humidity, or prolonged sunlight exposure.
Hazardous Reactions: May react violently with strong oxidizers or concentrated acids, producing heat or fumes; does not polymerize spontaneously.
Decomposition Products: Exposure to fire breaks bonds, producing carbon monoxide/carbon dioxide and phenolic vapors.
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong oxidants, concentrated mineral acids, or other aggressive chemicals.
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 reported above 2000 mg/kg (rat); not acutely toxic in low exposures typically seen in professional use.
Irritation: Mild eye and skin irritant in some individuals; may cause redness or discomfort.
Sensitization: No confirmed reports of allergic sensitization, though skin reactions not ruled out after repeated use.
Chronic Toxicity: Long-term studies limited; no evidence of carcinogenicity or reproductive toxicity.
Symptoms of Overexposure: Eye or skin irritation, dust-induced coughing, throat dryness.
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Existing skin or respiratory conditions may become temporarily worse on exposure.
Persistence and Degradability: Degrades slowly in soil and water; not classified as rapidly biodegradable.
Bioaccumulation: Low likelihood due to chemical structure and partition coefficient.
Aquatic Toxicity: Limited data; avoid release to waterways; chronic exposure may disrupt sensitive aquatic life.
Mobility: Not expected to leach aggressively but remains in top soil layers.
Wastewater Impact: Residues should not enter municipal sewage without treatment to remove organic contaminants.
Disposal Methods: Dispose of in accordance with local and national regulations for organic chemical waste; incineration recommended, or chemical landfill with proper liner and recordkeeping.
Container Disposal: Rinse and triple-clean before discarding; contaminated containers require hazardous material handling.
Prohibited Disposal: Do not release into street drains, surface water, or regular municipal trash collection.
Waste Codes: Refer to local environmental authorities for proper codes; small laboratory use falls under non-regulated chemical waste when properly diluted and neutralized.
UN Number: Not classified as dangerous for transportation according to IATA/IMDG/ADR requirements; check regionally for bulk quantities.
Proper Shipping Name: Phenylethyl Resorcinol, not otherwise specified.
Transport Hazard Class: No regulation for small, packaged quantities; bulk must follow standard industrial chemical guidelines.
Packing Group: Not assigned.
Special Precautions: Prevent motion, vibration, and exposure to extremes of temperature or humidity during shipment; keep containers tightly closed and labeled.
Environmental Hazards: Not classified as marine pollutant; accidental release may require clean-up of spill area and proper notifications.
Inventory Status: Registered or under notification in the EU (REACH), US (TSCA), Japan (ENCS), and other major chemical regulatory inventories.
Label Requirements: Industry-standard pictograms and hazard statements required for workplace use; consumer products must include precautionary language per regional cosmetics regulations.
Chemical Leachate: Monitor disposal to prevent ground water contamination; report incidents as mandated by regional environmental offices.
SARA/Title III: Not listed as an extremely hazardous substance or Section 313 toxic chemical.
California Proposition 65: Not present on the Prop 65 chemical list as of last update.
Workplace Control: Workplaces accountable for reporting storage above regulatory threshold limits.
Additional Legal Considerations: Check regional updates in classification, permissible uses, and transportation rules; maintain employee training and chemical inventory logs.
