General Information
Version
8.4
Revision date
2026-05-27
Product name
Isovaleraldehyde
CAS No.
590-86-3
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For R&D use only. Not for pharmaceutical, household or other uses
Emergency telephone
+(44)-870-8200418, +(353)-19014670, 001-803-017-9114
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
Aldrich
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H313, H316, H317, H319, H335, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS Classification Flammable liquids Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal) Category 5 Skin corrosion/irritation Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2A Skin sensitisation Category 1 Specific target organ tox- icity - single exposure Category 3 (Respiratory system) Short-term (acute) aquat- Category 2 ic hazard Long-term (chronic) Category 2 aquatic hazard
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapour. H313 May be harmful in contact with skin. H316 Causes mild skin irritation. H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P233 Keep container tightly closed. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equip- ment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ light- ing equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P261 Avoid breathing mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be al- lowed out of the workplace. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P312 Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medi- cal advice/ attention. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical ad- vice/ attention. P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemi- cal or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
None known.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids : Category 2 Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 5 Skin corrosion/irritation : Category 3 Serious eye damage/eye : Category 2A irritation Skin sensitisation : Category 1 Specific target organ tox- : Category 3 (Respiratory system) icity - single exposure Short-term (acute) aquat- : Category 2 ic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 2 aquatic hazard