Product Name: Ethyl Oleate
Chemical Formula: C20H38O2
CAS Number: 111-62-6
Recommended Use: Solvent, lubricant, pharmaceutical intermediate
Manufacturer: Refer to supplier documentation for company-specific data
Emergency Contact: Refer to local or national emergency numbers for hazardous chemical exposure
GHS Classification: Not classified as hazardous under GHS regulations
Label Elements: No specific hazard pictogram required
Signal Word: None
Hazard Statements: May cause mild skin or eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Wash exposed areas after handling, avoid inhaling mist
Other Hazards: Material can create slippery surfaces if spilled
Chemical Name: Ethyl Oleate
CAS Number: 111-62-6
EC Number: 203-889-5
Purity: 98–100%
Impurities: Trace amounts of other fatty acid esters possible in technical grades
Inhalation: Move to fresh air promptly. Seek medical advice if symptoms develop
Skin Contact: Wash affected area thoroughly with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Eye Contact: Rinse with clean water for several minutes, lifting eyelids occasionally
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention if feeling unwell
Symptoms: Possible mild irritation to skin, eyes, or mucous membranes, rarely more severe reactions
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, water spray
Unsuitable Media: Do not use high pressure water stream. Can spread burning liquid
Special Hazards: May release irritating fumes or smoke upon combustion due to breakdown products
Protective Equipment: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective gear
Advice: Cool exposed containers with water to prevent rupture from heating
Personal Precautions: Use gloves and eye protection, ventilate the area
Spill Response: Stop leak if safe. Absorb onto sand, earth, or other inert material. Collect in suitable container
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, waterways, or soil
Cleanup Methods: Thoroughly wash spill site after material removal; dispose of contaminated materials safely
Notification: Inform supervisory personnel of major spills as required by workplace protocol
Precautions: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Use only with adequate ventilation
Safe Handling: Practice good hygiene, wash hands thoroughly after use. Do not eat or drink during handling
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed original container, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, away from incompatible substances like strong oxidizers
Storage Class: General chemicals
Specific Use Advice: Keep away from open flames and sources of static discharge
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation if necessary
Respiratory Protection: Not typically required for normal use; use a mask if vapors form
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves such as nitrile or neoprene
Eye Protection: Safety glasses with side shields
Other Protective Equipment: Wear suitable protective clothing if splash risk exists
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after handling; do not wear contaminated clothing home
Appearance: Clear pale yellow oily liquid
Odor: Slight, faint fatty odor
Melting Point: -32°C
Boiling Point: 216–223°C at 13 mmHg
Flash Point: 180°C
Auto-Ignition Temperature: > 350°C
Vapor Pressure: Very low at ambient temperatures
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Density: 0.87–0.88 g/cm³ at 20°C
Viscosity: 6–10 cSt at 40°C
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Log Kow > 6
pH: Not applicable
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage conditions
Incompatible Materials: Avoid strong oxidizing agents, acids, and bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, irritating fumes when burned
Reactivity: Not reactive under recommended storage and handling
Polymerization: Will not occur
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): >5,000 mg/kg (low toxicity)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritation can occur with repeated exposure
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Slight irritation possible
Respiratory Sensitization: Not classified as a respiratory sensitizer
Skin Sensitization: Not expected to cause skin sensitization
Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: No data indicating specific risk
Chronic Effects: Not known to cause chronic health effects in humans through normal exposure
Other Information: Used in some pharmaceutical and food-grade applications where stringent purity is required
Ecotoxicity: Not anticipated to be harmful to aquatic life in low concentrations; large spills can cause oxygen depletion in water
Persistence and Degradability: Readily biodegradable in the environment
Bioaccumulative Potential: May bioaccumulate because of its high log Kow
Mobility in Soil: Low, tends to adsorb to soil and sediments
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid release to waterways, treatment plants may degrade material efficiently
Waste Treatment Methods: Incineration in approved facilities or disposal according to local regulations
Product Disposal: Do not dispose into drains or natural environment
Packaging Disposal: Rinsed and emptied containers may be recycled or disposed in compliance with local waste regulations
Advice: Consult national or regional environmental authorities for advice on disposal of residual material
UN Number: Not regulated as dangerous for transport
UN Proper Shipping Name: Not designated as hazardous
Transport Hazard Class: Not applicable
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Avoid spillages in public transport vehicles, transport in sealed containers
TSCA: Listed in United States Toxic Substances Control Act Inventory
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
EINECS/ELINCS (EU): Listed
REACH Status: Exempt as a naturally occurring substance, or registered
OSHA Hazards: Not considered hazardous
Other Country Registries: Included in major international inventories
Labeling Requirements: Comply with workplace safety and chemical labeling requirements in your operating region