Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification 
MSDS Name: GALLIC ACID ETHYL ESTER, 沒食子酸乙酯
Catalog Numbers: 27993-0000, 27993-1000 
Synonyms: Ethyl gallate, 3,4,5-Trihydroxybenzoic acid ethyl ester, Ethyl 3,4,5-trihydroxybenzoate 
Company Identification:  Acros Organics BVBA
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a
2440 Geel, Belgium 
Company Identification: (USA) Acros Organics
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410 
For information in the US, call:  800-ACROS-01
For information in Europe, call: +32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Number, Europe: +32 14 57 52 99
Emergency Number US: 201-796-7100
CHEMTREC Phone Number, US:  800-424-9300
CHEMTREC Phone Number, Europe:  703-527-3887 
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients 
CAS# Chemical Name: % EINECS#
831-61-8 GALLIC ACID ETHYL ESTER, 99% 99 212-608-5
Hazard Symbols: None listed 

Risk Phrases: None listed 
Section 3 - Hazards Identification 
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW 
Not available 
Potential Health Effects
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.  Section 4 - First Aid Measures 
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. 
Skin: Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. 
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. 
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. 
Notes to Physician: 
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures 
General Information: As in any fire, 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. 
Extinguishing Media: In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. 
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures 
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8. 
Spills/Leaks: Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. 
Section 7 - Handling and Storage 
Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. 
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. 
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection 
Engineering Controls: 
 Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits. Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels. 
Exposure Limits
 CAS# 831-61-8:
 
Personal Protective Equipment 
Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical ggles if splashing is possible. 
Skin: Wear safety glasses and chemical ggles if splashing is possible. 
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.
 
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties 
 
Physical State: Powder
Color: white - slightly beige 
Odor: Not available 
pH: Not available 
Vapor Pressure: Not available 
Viscosity: Not available 
Boiling Point: Not available 
Freezing/Melting Point: 151.00 - 154.00 deg C 
Autoignition Temperature: Not available 
Flash Point: Not available 
Explosion Limits: Lower: Not available
Explosion Limits: Upper: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Solubility in water: soluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 
Molecular Formula: C9H10O5 
Molecular Weight: 198.18 
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity 
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. 
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, strong oxidants. 
Incompatibilities with Other Materials Not available 
Hazardous Decomposition Products Irritating and toxic fumes and gases. 
Hazardous Polymerization Has not been reported. 
Section 11 - Toxicological Information 
RTECS#: CAS# 831-61-8: LW7700000
 
LD50/LC50: RTECS:
CAS# 831-61-8: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 5810 mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity: GALLIC ACID ETHYL ESTER, 99% - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
 
Other: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
 
Section 12 - Ecological Information 
Not available Section 13 - Disposal Considerations 
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. 
Section 14 - Transport Information 

 IATA  IMO  RID/ADR 
Shipping Name:  Not available  Not available  Not available 
Hazard Class:    
UN Number:    
Packing Group:    

Section 15 - Regulatory Information 
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:Not available 
Risk Phrases:
 
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes. 
 
 
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 831-61-8: Not available
 
Canada
CAS# 831-61-8 is listed on Canada's NDSL List
 
US Federal
TSCA
CAS# 831-61-8 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.