Product Name: Calcium Isooctanoate
Chemical Formula: C16H30CaO4
Other Names: Calcium 2-ethylhexanoate
CAS Number: 136-72-1
Recommended Use: Industrial catalyst, lubricant additive, plastic stabilizer
Manufacturer: Details available on specific product packaging
Emergency Phone: Local emergency services, manufacturer customer service
Contact Email: Product Safety support, manufacturer direct line
Classification: Eye irritation, Skin irritation, Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure); GHS Category 2
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation.
Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or fumes. Wash hands thoroughly after handling. Use personal protective equipment as required.
Chemical Identity: Calcium Isooctanoate
CAS Number: 136-72-1
Synonyms: Calcium 2-ethylhexanoate; Calcium octoate
Concentration: 97-100% pure
Impurities: Trace quantities of proprietary manufacturing byproducts (below 1%)
Additives: None specified in typical industrial preparations
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air if inhaled. Seek medical attention for persistent symptoms such as coughing or difficulty breathing.
Skin Contact: Wash skin with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing. Seek medical advice if irritation develops.
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes cautiously with water for several minutes, removing contact lenses if present. Obtain medical assistance if irritation continues.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting unless told to by medical personnel. Seek medical advice if feeling unwell.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media: Direct water stream may scatter material
Fire Hazards: Product may emit irritating fumes, oxides of carbon and calcium on decomposition
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus and flame-resistant clothing
Special Procedures: Move containers away from fire, cool exposed tanks with water spray
Personal Precautions: Use protective gloves, safety goggles, dust mask. Avoid breathing dust or vapors.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent entry into drains, waterways, and soil.
Methods for Clean-Up: Absorb spillage with inert material like sand or soil. Collect and dispose of according to local regulations.
Handling: Wear protective clothing and gloves. Ensure proper ventilation. Avoid dust generation. Handle away from food, drink, and animal feed.
Storage: Store in original tightly closed container, cool, dry, well-ventilated area. Keep away from heat sources, direct sunlight, and incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers.
Special Requirements: Avoid contact with acids. Ensure containers are properly labelled and protected from physical damage.
Occupational Exposure Limits: No specific limits established in regulatory standards.
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or general room ventilation to minimize exposure.
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical safety goggles, gloves made from nitrile or neoprene, dust mask or approved respirator if ventilation is inadequate, long-sleeved workwear.
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands and face before breaks and after handling. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during use.
Appearance: Clear to pale yellow, oily liquid or viscous paste
Odor: Slight, characteristic organic odor
Odor Threshold: Not established
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point / Freezing Point: Not established for technical products
Boiling Point / Range: >150°C
Flash Point: >100°C (open cup)
Evaporation Rate: Not available
Flammability: Not easily ignited
Explosion Limits: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Vapor Density: Not available
Relative Density: 1.1–1.2 g/cm³ at 20°C
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Above 200°C
Viscosity: Variable depending on exact composition
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Conditions to Avoid: Excess heat, open flames, incompatible materials
Materials to Avoid: Strong acids, oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Carbon oxides, calcium oxides, organic vapors
Polymerization: Will not occur
Acute Toxicity: Not classified as acutely toxic by oral, dermal, or inhalation routes; LD50 (oral, rat) >5000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes irritation on repeated or prolonged contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Irritating to eyes
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not identified as a skin sensitizer
Chronic Effects: No long-term toxic effects reported in animal or industrial data
Carcinogenicity, Mutagenicity, Reproductive Toxicity: No evidence from available data on carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive risks
Ecotoxicity: Low acute toxicity toward aquatic organisms
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to degrade slowly; poor water solubility reduces environmental mobility
Bioaccumulative Potential: Potential for bioaccumulation low due to chemical structure
Mobility in Soil: Low
Other Adverse Effects: No significant ozone depletion or global warming interaction
Waste Disposal Methods: Dispose through licensed chemical waste contractor in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations.
Container Disposal: Triple rinse and recycle or send to approved incineration facilities.
Precautions: Avoid release to environment. Keep waste out of watercourses and municipal systems.
UN Number: Not regulated for ground or air transport
Proper Shipping Name: Calcium Isooctanoate
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous
Packing Group: Not assigned
Special Precautions: Protect packages from dropping, crushing, and moisture during transit. Comply with local transport codes.
EU (REACH): Registered as a chemical substance. Not listed as a Substance of Very High Concern.
US (TSCA): Listed on inventory.
Canada (DSL): Listed on Domestic Substances List.
Hazard Communication: OSHA-compliant in US, WHMIS-compliant in Canada
SARA Title III: Not listed as an extremely hazardous substance
Labeling Requirements: Conform to GHS for safe handling, transport, and emergency protocols
