General Information
Revision date
2005-02-28
Product name
Mesitylenesulfonic Acid
Product Synonyms
2,4,6-Trimethylbenzenesulfonic Acid
Chemical name
Mesitylenesulfonic Acid
CAS No.
3453-83-6
supplier name
TCI America
Emergency telephone
(800) 424-9300 (U.S.
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Company Information
company name
TCI America
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Potential Acute Health Effects
Corrosive to skin, eyes, and respiratory system. Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage, particularly in mucous membranes of the eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce burns. Eye contact can result in corneal damage or blindness. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Corrosive materials may cause serious injury if ingested. Follow safe industrial hygiene practices and always wear proper protective equipment when handling this compound.
Potential chronic health
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS : Not available. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS : Not available.
Teratogenic Effects
Not available DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available. Repeated exposure of the eyes to a low level of dust can produce eye irritation. Repeated skin exposure can produce local skin destruction, or dermatitis. Repeated inhalation of dust can produce varying degree of respiratory irritation or lung damage. Section IV.
