Product Name: 2-Hydro-3-Methylthiophene
Chemical Family: Thiophenes
Chemical Formula: C5H6OS
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Recommended Use: Used in chemical synthesis, pharmaceuticals, and research
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Synonyms: 3-Methyl-2-hydrothiophene
Classification: Flammable Liquid (Category 3), Acute Toxicity (Oral, Category 4), Eye Irritant (Category 2A), Skin Irritant (Category 2)
GHS Label Elements: Signal Word: Warning; Hazard pictograms: Flame, Exclamation Mark
Hazard Statements: Flammable liquid and vapor; Harmful if swallowed; Causes skin and eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames; Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection; In case of fire use foam or dry powder for extinction
Potential Health Effects: Eye irritation, skin irritation, headache, nausea if inhaled or ingested
Environmental Hazards: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Chemical Identity: 2-Hydro-3-Methylthiophene
Concentration: >98%
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Additives: None reported
Impurities: May contain trace levels of other thiophene derivatives
Inhalation: Move affected person to fresh air immediately; seek medical attention if symptoms continue
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, rinse skin with plenty of water for several minutes; if irritation occurs, get medical advice
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present, continue rinsing; contact a physician
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting; seek immediate medical advice
Symptoms: Redness, irritation, coughing, dizziness, nausea
Extinguishing Techniques: Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide; water may be ineffective
Hazards from Combustion: Produces toxic fumes such as sulfur oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective clothing
Special Precautions: Stay upwind; avoid inhaling fumes; cool containers with water spray from a safe distance
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, protective goggles, lab coat, ensure good ventilation
Environmental Precautions: Prevent runoff into drains, sewers, or surface water
Cleanup Methods: Absorb spill with inert material such as sand or earth, place in suitable container for disposal, ventilate area thoroughly
Precautions for Handling: Handle in a well-ventilated area, avoid inhalation or direct contact; keep ignition sources away
Storage Details: Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place, keep tightly closed, segregate from oxidizers and incompatible substances; store away from food and feed
Occupational Exposure Limits: No national exposure limits indicated; keep airborne levels low
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general room ventilation
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE): Wear chemical splash goggles, nitrile gloves, chemical-resistant lab coat; use respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate; eye wash and safety showers recommended in work area
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Distinct, sulfurous
Boiling Point Range: 120–125°C
Melting Point: Data not available
Flash Point: 36°C (closed cup)
Vapor Pressure: Moderate at room temperature
Solubility: Insoluble in water; soluble in organic solvents
Density: ~1.0 g/cm³ at 20°C
pH: Not applicable
Viscosity: Low
Flammability: Flammable liquid with moderate vapor hazard
Chemical Stability: Stable under standard conditions, sensitive to air and light over prolonged periods
Reactive With: Strong oxidizers, strong acids, bases
Decomposition Products: Yields sulfur oxides and carbon oxides if combusted
Hazardous Reactions: May form explosive mixtures with air, avoid heat and sources of ignition
Likely Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin contact, eye contact, ingestion
Acute Effects: Harmful if swallowed, causes moderate irritation to eyes and skin
Chronic Effects: No human long-term toxicity data available, repeated exposure may dry or crack skin
LD50/LC50: No specific values available; structurally related compounds show moderate toxicity
Carcinogenic Status: Not listed as carcinogen by IARC, ACGIH, NTP, or OSHA
Symptoms: Drowsiness, dizziness, nausea, headache on significant exposure
Eco-toxicity: Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Low to moderate; not expected to persist significantly in soil or sediment
Mobility in Soil: Limited mobility due to low water solubility
Degradability: Expected to degrade slowly in the environment
Other Information: Avoid release into the environment, inform appropriate authorities if significant quantities enter waterways
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose of as hazardous waste in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations; do not allow into sewers
Container Disposal: Triple rinse container, dispose at licensed chemical waste facility
Precautions: Use personal protective equipment during disposal, avoid release to soil and water
UN Number: UN 1993
Shipping Name: Flammable Liquid, n.o.s. (2-Hydro-3-Methylthiophene)
Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquid)
Packing Group: III
Required Labels: Flammable liquid
Transport Precautions: Store and move in tightly closed, labeled containers, keep away from open flames and heat sources; transport in compliance with all relevant local and international regulations
OSHA Status: Regulated as hazardous chemical
SARA Title III Sections 311/312: Immediate (acute) health hazard, fire hazard
TSCA: Listed
Canadian WHMIS: Classified as D2B (toxic, eye/skin irritant), B2 (flammable liquid)
REACH Regulation: Registration status may vary; safety data available on request
Other Governmental Listings: Check applicable state and national regulations for additional controls or safety requirements
