Resorcinol
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CAS
108-46-3
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C6H4(OH)2
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RTECS
VG9625000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
1,3-Benzenediol; m-Benzenediol; 1,3-Dihydroxybenzene; m-Dihydroxybenzene; 3-Hydroxyphenol; m-Hydroxyphenol
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DOT ID & Guide
2876 / 153
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 10 ppm (45 mg/m3) ST 20 ppm (90 mg/m3)
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
1 ppm = 4.50 mg/m3
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Physical Description
White needles, plates, crystals, flakes, or powder with a faint odor. [Note: Turns pink on exposure to air or light, or contact with iron.]
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MW: 110.1
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BP: 531°F
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MLT: 228°F
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Sol: 110%
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VP(77°F): 0.0002 mmHg
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IP: 8.63 eV
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Sp.Gr: 1.27
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Fl.P: 261°F
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UEL: ?
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LEL(392°F): 1.4%
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Class IIIB Combustible Liquid, but may be difficult to ignite.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Acetanilide, albumin, alkalis, antipyrine, camphor, ferric salts, menthol, spirit nitrous ether, strong oxidizers & bases [Note: Hygroscopic (i.e., absorbs moisture from the air).]
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 5701; OSHA PV2053
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
Provide: Eyewash
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water wash immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat, upper respiratory system; methemoglobinemia; cyanosis, convulsions; restlessness, bluish skin, increased heart rate, dyspnea (breathing difficulty); dizziness, drowsiness, hypothermia, hematuria (blood in the urine); spleen, kidney, liver changes; dermatitis
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, central nervous system, blood, spleen, liver, kidneys
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See also: INTRODUCTION
See ICSC CARD: 1033 |
