Product Name: Bismuth Isooctanoate
Chemical Family: Bismuth Carboxylate
CAS Number: 67874-71-9
Synonyms: Bismuth 2-ethylhexanoate, Bismuth Octoate, Bismuth(III) 2-ethylhexanoate
Recommended Use: Catalyst for polyurethane systems, paint driers, plastic stabilizer
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GHS Classification: Not classified as dangerous under GHS
Hazard Statements: Causes mild skin irritation, may cause eye irritation, ingestion may cause gastrointestinal discomfort
Signal Word: Warning
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes, wash thoroughly after handling, do not eat or drink during use
Pictograms: Exclamation mark for irritant
Other Hazards: Prolonged or repeated exposure can cause dryness or cracking of skin; inhalation of mist may cause mild respiratory symptoms
Chemical Name: Bismuth Isooctanoate
Common Name: Bismuth 2-ethylhexanoate
CAS Number: 67874-71-9
Concentration: 70-85% (Active Bismuth content varies by manufacturer)
Other Ingredients: 2-Ethylhexanoic Acid (unreacted, <5%), Hydrocarbon solvent (mineral spirits or similar, 0-25%)
Impurities: Trace water, trace heavy metals (<0.1%), proprietary stabilizers in some grades
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, remove contact lenses if easy, seek attention if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and plenty of water, take off contaminated clothing, see a physician if skin irritation appears
Inhalation: Move to fresh air, monitor for symptoms like headache or dizziness, call for medical help if symptoms continue
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, avoid inducing vomiting unless directed by doctor, seek medical attention for discomfort
Most Important Symptoms: Mild skin dryness, eye redness, stomach upset from ingestion
Indication of Immediate Medical Attention: Symptoms persist after first aid or ingestion involves significant quantity
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam, sand, water spray for cooling
Hazards From Fire: Gives off irritating or toxic fumes like metal oxides and carbon oxides under fire
Protective Equipment: Firefighters wear self-contained breathing apparatus, full protective gear
Special Procedures: Move containers from fire area if safe, use water spray to cool containers exposed to flame
Explosion Hazard: Not explosive in normal use, can flare if hydrocarbon content vaporizes
Personal Protection: Wear gloves, goggles, long sleeves, avoid inhaling fumes
Environmental Precautions: Prevent run-off into drains, sewers, or waterways, contain spillage
Cleanup Methods: Absorb with inert material like sand, use shovel or scraper for collection, transfer to sealed container for disposal
Decontamination: Wash spill area with soap or suitable degreaser, ventilate if indoors
Notification: Report significant spills to local authorities if required
Handling: Wear gloves, goggles, and suitable clothing; avoid skin or eye contact, use in ventilated area
Storage Conditions: Keep containers tightly closed, store in cool, dry, ventilated location, away from strong acids and oxidizers
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, alkalis, oxidizing agents, strong bases
Special Precautions: Use non-sparking tools, keep away from sources of ignition, prevent freezing or overheating
Container Materials: Store in original metal drums, HDPE, or glass allowed
Exposure Limits: No ACGIH TLV or OSHA PEL for Bismuth Isooctanoate; hydrocarbon solvent (if present) usually 100 ppm (TWA)
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust or general ventilation; use closed system where possible
Personal Protection: Nitrile or neoprene gloves, chemical splash goggles, lab coat or apron
Respiratory Protection: Not required under normal conditions; NIOSH-approved respirator if mist or vapor builds up
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands after use, no eating or drinking during work, remove contaminated clothing
Appearance: Clear pale yellow to amber liquid
Odor: Faint fatty or oily odor
Odor Threshold: Not determined
pH: Not applicable (non-aqueous)
Melting Point/Freezing Point: Usually < 0°C (liquid at room temperature)
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Flash Point: >100°C (typically for hydrocarbon solvent)
Evaporation Rate: Slow
Flammability: Not highly flammable
Vapor Pressure: Low
Relative Density: 1.20 – 1.40 g/cm3 (varies by grade)
Solubility: Immiscible with water, soluble in most organic solvents
Partition Coefficient: Not tested
Auto-Ignition Temperature: Not available
Viscosity: Typically 50-800 cP at 25°C
Chemical Stability: Stable at normal temperature and pressure, may react over time with air or water
Hazardous Reactions: None under recommended handling, avoid mixing with strong oxidizers or acids
Decomposition Products: Bismuth oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrocarbons on thermal decomposition
Conditions to Avoid: High heat, ignition sources, moisture, strong acids
Polymerization: Not expected
Routes of Exposure: Skin contact, eye contact, inhalation, ingestion
Acute Toxicity: LD50 (oral, rat) not well-established, expected low toxicity
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Mild irritant with prolonged or repeated contact
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Possible mild irritation
Respiratory Effects: Minor upper airway symptoms from vapors or mists
Chronic Effects: No known chronic toxicity in humans at usual exposure, ingestion over time may affect kidneys or liver
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by IARC, NTP, ACGIH or OSHA
Mutagenicity: Not tested
Reproductive Toxicity: Not fully characterized
Aquatic Toxicity: No acute aquatic toxicity data available; bismuth compounds have low acute toxicity to aquatic life in low concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Not readily biodegradable, bismuth ions may persist in sediments
Bioaccumulation: Little evidence for bioaccumulation, heavy metals can accumulate in some organisms
Mobility in Soil: Limited mobility in soil, may adsorb to particulates
Other Effects: Avoid release to water bodies and environment
Disposal Methods: Dispose by incineration or chemical waste facility following local and national laws
Container Disposal: Disposed according to official requirements, thoroughly clean before recycling or discarding
Environmental Considerations: Minimize entry to watercourses, drains, or soil
Waste Code: Refer to local hazardous waste regulations (often listed under inorganic heavy metal compounds)
UN Number: Not regulated for transport in most jurisdictions
UN Proper Shipping Name: None (not classified as dangerous good)
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified
Packing Group: Not applicable
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant
Special Precautions: Standard precautions for transporting chemical liquids
TSCA Status: Listed on U.S. TSCA Inventory
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Listed
REACH (EU): Registration required above 1 ton/year, check local annex
OSHA: Not regarded as hazardous chemical per U.S. OSHA standards
SARA Title III: Not listed as extremely hazardous substance
WHMIS (Canada): Not classified as dangerous
RoHS/ELV: Exempt from heavy metal bans due to bismuth’s lower risk profile
Other Regional Requirements: Always check with local chemical control regulations for workplace and environmental safety
