General Information
Revision date
2025-10-10
Product name
Caffeic Acid
Product Synonyms
3-(3,4-dihydroxyphenyl)-2-propenoic acid 3,4-Dihydroxycinnamic Acid
CAS No.
501-16-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
This product is for research use - Not for human or veterinary diagnostic or therapeutic use
Emergency telephone
+1 (734) 971-3335, 800-424-9300
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Company Information
company name
Cayman Chemical Co
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H315, H319, H335, H351, H361
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H315
Causes skin irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
NFPA Rating Classification of the substance or mixture d ~ GHS08 Health hazard Carcinogenicity 2 H351 Suspected of causing cancer Reproductive toxicity 2 H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child d ~ GHS07 Skin irritation 2 H315 Causes skin irritation Eye irritation 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation Contd. from page 1)
2.2 Label elements
The substance is classified and labeled according to the Globally Harmonized System (GHS).
Hazard pictograms
d ~ d ~ GHS07 GHS08
Hazard statements
H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
Precautionary statements
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray P264 Wash thoroughly after handling. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection. P302+P352 If on skin: Wash with plenty of water. P304+P340 If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P305+P351+P338 If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention. P312 Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. P321 Specific treatment (see on this label). P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P337+P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up. P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. · Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment
Classification system
· NFPA ratings (scale 0 - 4) Health = 2 0 Fire = 0 2 0 Reactivity = 0 · HMIS-ratings (scale 0 - 4) HEALTH 2 Health = 2 FIRE 0 Fire = 0 REACTIVITY 0 Reactivity = 0 (Contd. from page 2)
PBT Substances
Not applicable
vPvB Substances
Not applicable
2.3 Other hazards
There are no adverse physical or health effects known that are not covered by the hazard classes of the Hazard Communications Standard. *
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
d ~ GHS08 Health hazard Carcinogenicity 2 H351 Suspected of causing cancer. Reproductive toxicity 2 H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child. d ~ GHS07 Skin irritation 2 H315 Causes skin irritation. Eye irritation 2A H319 Causes serious eye irritation. Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) 3 H335 May cause respiratory irritation. (Contd. from page 1)