Product Name: Copper Isooctanoate
Chemical Formula: C16H30CuO4
Synonyms: Copper(II) 2-ethylhexanoate
Recommended Use: Catalyst in polymerization, anti-fouling agent, industrial chemical processes
Manufacturer: Please consult packaging label or accompanying documents for source and supplier details
Contact Information: Refer to label or purchase documents for emergency and general inquiries
CAS Number: 22221-10-9
Physical Hazards: Slight fire hazard, may combust if exposed to heat or flame
Health Hazards: Can trigger irritations to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes; prolonged exposure may impact liver and kidneys; harmful by inhalation or swallowing; can cause respiratory system irritation
Environmental Hazards: Toxic to aquatic organisms, even at low concentrations; potential for long-term adverse effects in waterways
Symbols: GHS07 (Exclamation Mark), GHS09 (Environmental Hazard)
Signal Word: Warning
Precautionary Statements: Avoid contact with skin and eyes; keep out of natural waters; use only with proper ventilation
Main Ingredient: Copper Isooctanoate
Chemical Family: Copper salt, carboxylate derivative
Concentration: Typically ranges 25-50% active copper complex by weight; remainder made up of solvent carrier (often mineral spirit or xylene), stabilizers, or trace impurities
Impurities: Small proportions of copper oxides, chloride, or other metallic traces possible from manufacture
Other Additives: Stabilizers or anti-caking agents may be present, full details found in supplier documentation
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting eyelids occasionally to flush thoroughly; avoid rubbing the eyes; seek medical advice promptly if irritation persists
Skin Contact: Quickly remove contaminated clothing; wash affected skin with plenty of soap and running water; use barrier creams if prescribed for allergies
Inhalation: Move exposed person to fresh air without delay; provide oxygen or artificial respiration if breathing difficulties occur; seek immediate medical attention for long exposures or if symptoms worsen
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with clean water; do not induce vomiting; seek emergency medical help and provide physician with product safety data
Essential Medical Attention: Advise health providers of all exposure routes and product identification
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, foam, or carbon dioxide; use water spray for cooling containers, avoid direct jets on burning product
Special Protective Equipment: Firefighters require self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical resistant clothing; copper fumes may be toxic under fire conditions
Hazardous Combustion Products: Possible release of copper oxides, carbon monoxide, and toxic vapors
Specific Hazards: Sealed containers exposed to extreme heat may rupture violently; burning can spread to adjacent substances
Firefighting Tactics: Isolate hazard area; prevent runoff to watercourses or sewers; ventilate area after fire controlled
Personal Precautions: Wear goggles, gloves, long sleeves, and a face mask or respirator; evacuate area for large spills
Environmental Precautions: Prevent washings and spillage from entering soil, drains, or waterways; alert environmental authorities if major contamination occurs
Containment Methods: Cover drains; use inert absorbent like sand or vermiculite to contain spilled material; collect residues using spark-proof tools
Clean-up Procedures: Place absorbed waste in labeled, sealable drums for disposal; decontaminate spill area with soap and water, collect washings for proper disposal
Safe Handling Practices: Handle only in well-ventilated spaces; avoid inhaling vapors or contact with skin; use non-sparking tools and explosion-proof equipment as some carriers are flammable
Storage Requirements: Store in tightly sealed original containers away from heat or ignition sources and incompatible materials like strong acids or oxidizers; lock storage to restrict unauthorized access
Stability Requirements: Keep containers upright to prevent leaks or seepage; store away from food and feedstuffs
Other Notes: Label all containers plainly and review opening dates regularly to reduce use of outdated stock
Occupational Exposure Limits: OSHA PEL for copper dust/fume: 1 mg/m3 (as Cu); ACGIH TLV: 0.2 mg/m3 (fume); local regulations may differ
Engineering Controls: Use process enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep airborne levels below recommended thresholds; use fume hoods; monitor copper concentrations regularly
Personal Protective Equipment: Wear impervious gloves (nitrile or neoprene recommended), chemical splash goggles, full-sleeve clothing, and respirator mask rated for metallic fumes in poorly ventilated areas
Hygiene Measures: Wash thoroughly after handling; avoid eating, drinking, or smoking in work area; launder clothing separately to prevent secondary exposure
Physical State: Typically pale blue to green liquid or viscous paste, depending on formulation
Odor: Mild, oily scent, may remind of synthetic solvents
Boiling Point: Varies depending on solvent carrier, generally between 160°C-220°C (320°F-428°F)
Melting Point: Not applicable as prepared commercially as a liquid
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents like xylene, alcohol, and mineral spirits
Vapor Pressure: Low at ambient temperatures, can increase at elevated temperatures
Relative Density: Around 1.0–1.2 (exact value depends on carrier dilution)
pH Value: Not measurable due to insolubility; hydrolyzes slowly in presence of water
Appearance: May show slight sediment from copper content over time
Chemical Stability: Stable under ambient conditions in unopened containers
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, open flames, prolonged exposure to light or moisture (which can break down the copper salt)
Incompatible Materials: Strong acids, oxidizing agents, strong bases
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Forms copper oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid fumes during fire or overheating
Reactivity Notes: Risk of developing corrosive properties with long-term moisture exposure
Acute Toxicity: Oral, dermal, and inhalation exposure can generate headache, dizziness, nausea, gastric disturbances, skin redness, and eye watering
Chronic Toxicity: Prolonged or repeated exposure may affect the liver and kidneys, can contribute to copper accumulation in biological tissues
Skin Sensitization: Can produce allergic reactions in sensitized individuals over time
Carcinogenicity: Not classified by IARC or NTP as carcinogenic, but long-term animal studies remain limited in scope
Reproductive Effects: No proven risk identified, but precaution is advised; reproductive toxicity has not been entirely ruled out
Other Effects: May worsen symptoms in individuals with pre-existing copper sensitivities or liver dysfunction
Aquatic Toxicity: Highly toxic to aquatic organisms, causes long-term damage in aquatic environments; copper salts bioaccumulate in fish and invertebrates
Persistence and Degradability: Poorly biodegradable, copper ions persist in sediment
Mobility: Low in soil but can persist in silt and water systems
Bioaccumulation Potential: High in aquatic organisms, copper content can biomagnify in food chains
Other Remarks: Avoid release to watercourses or drains; ecological thresholds for copper vary by region, regulatory bodies set strict discharge limits
Disposal Methods: Dispose through licensed hazardous waste contractor; never pour unused product into drains or water systems
Contaminated Packaging: Empty containers must be triple-rinsed and rendered unusable before disposal; handle all packaging as hazardous waste
Special Precautions: Compliance with state and federal regulations is required; adhere to local legislation for hazardous chemicals
Waste Codes: Check EPA or local authorities for copper compound disposal codes
UN Number: Varies by formulation; consult packaging or shipping documents
UN Proper Shipping Name: Copper compound, liquid, n.o.s.
Transport Hazard Class: 9 (miscellaneous dangerous substances)
Packing Group: III
Environment Hazards: Marine pollutant; mark packages with “Environmentally Hazardous Substance” sign where required
Special Precautions for User: Secure loads during transport, segregate from food, animal feed, and acids; avoid shipment with incompatible substances
Shipping Restrictions: Not all air and sea carriers accept this product without prior hazard communication
TSCA Status: All ingredients generally listed under the US Toxic Substances Control Act
SARA Title III Sections 302/304: Not listed as an extremely hazardous substance
SARA Sections 311/312: Reporting required for acute health hazards, chronic health hazards, and environmental hazards
SARA Section 313: Contains copper, subject to reporting requirements
REACH Status (EU): Registered; may be subject to authorization or further restrictions within Europe
California Proposition 65: No listing as of the latest state publication, verify with up-to-date resources
Hazardous Materials Information System (HMIS): Health: 2, Fire: 1, Reactivity: 0
Workplace Exposure: Observe all recommended precautions and regulatory limits; additional state or national worker protection laws may apply
