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Name: 6-Aminocaproic Acid
Formula: C6H13NO2
Synonyms: ε-Aminocaproic Acid, Aminohexanoic Acid
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Odorless
GHS Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2A), Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3)
Hazard Pictograms: Exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Main Health Hazards: Dust can irritate eyes, skin, and respiratory tract; accidental ingestion can cause mild to moderate disturbances in gastrointestinal function
Environmental Hazards: Potential for slight aquatic toxicity, though large spills rarely occur in regular lab or production settings
Chemical Name: 6-Aminocaproic Acid
Purity: Typically over 98% for laboratory and industrial use
CAS Number: 60-32-2
Impurities: Generally minimal in tested samples
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes; seek medical attention for lingering discomfort
Skin Contact: Wash exposed skin with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing
Inhalation: Move to open air, monitor for irritation or breathing difficulties
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; avoid inducing vomiting; consult a healthcare provider
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, foam, dry chemical, or CO2; dust may form flammable mixtures with air
Specific Hazards: Under fire, oxides of nitrogen and carbon may form; residue can be slippery
Firefighting PPE: Firefighters should wear self-contained breathing apparatus
Special Precautions: Avoid breathing fumes from decomposition products
Personal Protection: Gloves, dust mask, protective eyewear
Containment: Prevent dust formation, ventilate area
Cleanup: Sweep up carefully, avoid generating airborne particles
Environmental Precautions: Prevent washings from entering drains or natural waterways
Safe Handling: Avoid inhalation and contact with eyes, skin, and clothing; use good industrial hygiene practices
Storage: Keep container tightly closed, store in a dry, cool, and well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials such as strong oxidizing agents
Control Measures: Work in a well-ventilated area or use local exhaust
Respiratory Protection: NIOSH-approved dust mask for dusty operations
Skin Protection: Lab coat, chemical-resistant gloves
Eye Protection: Chemical safety goggles
Other Protective Equipment: Emergency eye-wash fountain readily accessible
Physical State: Solid
Color: White
Melting Point: 204-205°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes before boiling
Solubility: Freely soluble in water
pH (1% Solution): Approximately 6-7
Odor: None
Stability: Stable under normal handling and storage
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers
Hazardous Reactions: None likely under standard industrial conditions
Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin, eyes
Acute Toxicity (LD50): Oral LD50 (rat) values reported around 3,900 mg/kg
Symptoms: Headache, irritability, GI upset such as nausea or cramps
Chronic Exposure: Little clear evidence of persistence effects from low-level exposure, though controlled studies are limited
Irritation: Mild to moderate irritation to eyes and mucous membranes
Aquatic Toxicity: Some toxicity to aquatic life with short-term exposure, information gaps remain about long-term persistence
Degradability: Expected to degrade under normal environmental conditions
Bioaccumulation: No apparent tendency based on molecular structure and water solubility
Mobility in Soil: Likely to move with water flow due to high solubility, reinforcing the importance of prompt containment
Waste Handling: Dispose of in accordance with local, regional, and national regulations for organic chemicals
Preferred Methods: Incineration or approved chemical waste disposal site
Do Not: Flush large volumes to sewer or natural bodies of water
Classification: Not regulated for ground, sea, or air transport under most global frameworks
Packing: Keep containers sealed, dry, and protected from mechanical damage
Workplace Exposure Limits: Not established; advisable to control dust as with all fine organic powders
Other Regulation: Safe use relies on standard practices for handling laboratory and industrial chemicals; not classified as hazardous for most transport, but prudent PPE and hygiene practices pay dividends in the long run
