Safety (MSDS) data for alpha-pinene

General

Synonyms: 2,6,6-trimethylbicyclo(3.1.1)-2-hept-2-ene, 2-pinene
Molecular formula: C₁₀H₁₆
CAS No: 80-56-8
EC No:

Physical data

Appearance: liquid with a turpentine odour
Melting point: -55 C
Boiling point: 156 C
Vapour density:
Vapour pressure:
Density (g cm^-3): 0.86
Flash point: 33 C
Explosion limits:
Autoignition temperature:
Water solubility: insoluble
 

Stability

Stable. Flammable. Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents.

Toxicology

Eye, skin and respiratory irritant. May be absorbed through the skin.

Toxicity data
(The meaning of any abbreviations which appear in this section is given here.)
ORL-RAT LD50 3700 mg kg^-1
IHL-RAT LCLO 625 mg kg^-1

Risk phrases
R36 R37 R38.

Transport information

Hazard class 3. Packing group III.

Personal protection

Safety glasses, good ventilation.

Safety phrases