Product Identification
【Product Name】3-Nitrocinnamic acid
【Synonyms】间硝基肉桂酸
【CAS】555-68-0
【Formula】C9H7NO4
【Molecular Weight】193.16
【EINECS】209-104-2
【RTECS】GE0352000
【RTECS Class】Drug; Mutagen
【Merck】12,6692
【Beilstein/Gmelin】1872713
【Beilstein Reference】0-09-00-00605

Physical and Chemical Properties
【Appearance】Very slightly yellow solid.
【Solubility in water】Very soluble
【Melting Point】199-202℃
【pKa/pKb】3.52 (pKa)
【Partition Coefficient】1.92

First Aid Measures
【Ingestion】Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid if irritation or symptoms occur.
【Inhalation】Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
【Skin】Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
【Eyes】Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If irritation develops, get medical aid.

Handling and Storage
【Storage】Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
【Handling】Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Hazards Identification
【Ingestion】The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. Causes gastrointestinal tract irritation.
【Inhalation】Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
【Skin】Causes skin irritation. The toxicological properties of this material have not been fully investigated.
【Eyes】Causes eye irritation.
【EC Risk Phrase】R 36/37/38
【EC Safety Phrase】S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
【Personal Protection】Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety ggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
【Respirators】Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Fire Fighting Measures
【Fire Fighting】Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Accidental Release Measures
【Small spills/leaks】Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

Stability and Reactivity
【Disposal Code】4
【Stability】Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
【Incompatibilities】Strong oxidizing agents.
【Decomposition】Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.

Transport Information
【HS Code】2916 39 00