Product Name: Lead Isooctanoate
Chemical Formula: Pb(C8H15O2)2
Synonyms: Lead 2-ethylhexanoate, Lead Octoate
Recommended Use: Paint drier, catalyst in coatings and inks
Manufacturer: Supplier contact details as per packaging or invoice
Emergency Telephone: 24-hour chemical emergency hotline available through regional poison control products or supplier first-contact phone numbers
CAS Number: 301-08-6
UN Number: 3082
GHS Classification: Acute Toxicity (Oral, Inhalation, Dermal), Reproductive Toxicity, Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure), Chronic Aquatic Toxicity
Signal Word: Danger
Hazard Statements: May cause damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin, and if swallowed; Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child; Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Pictograms: Health Hazard, Skull and Crossbones, Environment
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, fumes, gas, mist, vapors, spray; Do not eat, drink or smoke during use; Avoid release into the environment; Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection, face protection
Chemical Name: Lead Isooctanoate
Concentration: Typically ranges from 18%–40% lead content by weight, balance is 2-ethylhexanoic acid derivates
Impurities: Small quantities of free lead(II) compounds, minor organic acids
EC Number: 206-104-4
Hazardous Ingredients: 2-Ethylhexanoic acid salts, metallic lead traces
Other Additives: May include traces of stabilizers or antioxidants, depending on supplier
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, keep at rest, call medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, immediately wash skin with soap and large amounts of water for at least 15 minutes, seek medical help if irritation develops
Eye Contact: Rinse eyes with plenty of water gently for several minutes, remove contact lenses if present and easy to do, seek immediate medical advice
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting unless directed by medical professionals, seek medical attention without delay
Important Symptoms: Drowsiness, abdominal pain, vomiting, anemia, neurological effects
Medical Treatment: Symptomatic and supportive care, consider chelation therapy for acute poisoning
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Foam, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder; use water spray for cooling containers
Unsuitable Media: Direct water stream may spread fire or cause splattering of burning material
Specific Hazards: Combustion releases toxic gases such as lead oxides, carbon oxides, and dense black smoke
Firefighter Protective Equipment: Self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), full protective suit
Special Procedures: Cool exposed containers with water spray, avoid runoff entering drains, minimize inhalation of combustion fumes
Personal Precautions: Wear suitable PPE including gloves, chemical splash goggles, protective clothing, and suitable respiratory protection
Environmental Precautions: Prevent spillage from entering waterways, drains, and sewers, contain with sand or absorbent material
Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite, collect in closed labeled containers
Decontamination: Wash spill site after initial clean-up is complete, dispose cleaning residues as hazardous waste
Reporting: Notify environmental authorities as required by federal, state, or local regulation
Handling: Work in well-ventilated areas, avoid direct contact, prevent ingestion or inhalation, do not allow contaminated clothing out of work area
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly closed containers, away from compatible substances such as strong oxidizers and acids, in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place
Storage Temperatures: Ambient, away from extremes of heat and direct sunlight
Incompatible Materials: Acids, bases, strong oxidizers; avoid contact with food or drink, separate from living quarters
Hygiene Practices: Wash hands and face after handling, launder contaminated clothing before reuse
Occupational Exposure Limits: OSHA Lead Permissible Exposure Limit 0.05 mg/m³ (TWA); ACGIH TLV 0.05 mg/m³ (TWA)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation, process enclosure, or other engineering controls to maintain airborne lead below recommended exposure limits
Respiratory Protection: Approved respirator for organic vapors and particulates
Skin Protection: Impervious gloves (nitrile, neoprene), long-sleeved lab coat or chemical protective clothing
Eye Protection: Safety goggles or full face shield
Body Protection: Chemical-resistant apron or suit
Hygiene Measures: No eating, drinking, or smoking in work area, change contaminated clothes promptly
Appearance: Clear to yellowish brown oily liquid
Odor: Mild fatty acid smell
Boiling Point: Estimated above 275°C (527°F)
Melting Point: Below 0°C
Density: 1.3–1.4 g/cm³ (at 20°C)
Vapor Pressure: Low, negligible at ambient temperatures
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in most organic solvents (e.g., mineral spirits, xylene)
Flash Point: >100°C (closed cup)
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not readily available, expected above 200°C
Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water): Not determined, expected to have a strong affinity for organic phases
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous)
Viscosity: Moderate to high (depends on composition)
Evaporation Rate: Very low at room temperature
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: May react with strong oxidizers, acids, or bases
Hazardous Reactions: Not known to polymerize, but contact with incompatible materials may release toxic fumes
Decomposition Products: Lead oxides, organic vapors, carbon oxides on thermal decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flames, sparks, prolonged exposure to air or light
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, acids, bases, alkali metals
Acute Toxicity: Harmful if inhaled, swallowed, or in contact with skin; specific LD50 not readily available, extrapolated from similar lead compounds range 500–2000 mg/kg (oral, rat)
Chronic Effects: Long-term exposure affects nervous system, kidney function, reproductive organs, hematopoiesis, and is classified as a possible human carcinogen based on lead ion toxicity
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion
Symptoms: Headaches, fatigue, memory difficulty, muscle weakness, vomiting, abdominal cramps, anemia
Other Effects: Children at higher risk for neurological impairment
Sensitization: Not generally classified as a dermal sensitizer
Reproductive Toxicity: Strong evidence for reproductive and developmental toxicity from lead compounds
Carcinogenicity: IARC Group 2A (probably carcinogenic to humans)
Ecotoxicity: Severe hazard to aquatic life, chronic toxicity at low concentrations, fish and invertebrates seriously affected
Persistence and Degradability: Lead complexes are persistent, do not degrade readily in the environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: High, accumulates in soil, sediments, and living organisms
Mobility in Soil: Low solubility leads to strong soil binding, long-term environmental threat
Aquatic Toxicity: LC50 (fish, 96h) typically below 1 mg/L, acute and chronic impacts on algae and daphnia
Other Adverse Effects: Persistent toxins, risk of long-term ecological impact if not controlled
Disposal Methods: Treat as hazardous waste, observe all local, regional, national, and international regulations
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers retain product residue, must be treated as hazardous waste
Sewage Disposal: Do not discharge into drains, sewage systems, or surface waters
Recycling: Not suitable for recycling through normal channels
Waste Codes: Apply to all waste containing lead-based chemicals, consult EPA RCRA listings (D008)
UN Number: 3082 (Environmentally hazardous substance, liquid, N.O.S.)
Proper Shipping Name: Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Liquid, N.O.S. (contains lead compounds)
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles)
Packing Group: III
Labels Required: Environmentally hazardous substance (Fish and Tree), Class 9 patch
Marine Pollutant: Yes
Land Transport (ADR/RID): Regulated
Air Transport (IATA): Regulated as hazardous
Sea Transport (IMDG): Regulated, marine pollutant
US Regulations: TSCA listed, subject to SARA Title III, CERCLA (RQ 10 lbs lead), RCRA (hazardous waste D008), OSHA lead standard applies
EU Regulations: Classified as hazardous under Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 (CLP/GHS), REACH restrictions for uses of lead compounds
Other International: Covered under Basel Convention for transboundary movement of hazardous waste, subject to Canada WHMIS, Australia AICS inventory, Japan ENCS, and other national regulations
Labeling Requirements: Contains lead, must include warning statements for reproductive toxicity and chronic hazards
Restrictions: Not permitted for use in drinking water pipes, food contact materials, children's products, or consumer paints in many jurisdictions
Worker Protection: Use restricted to trained professionals with medical surveillance programs where required
