Chemical Safety Data Sheet MSDS / SDS
HEXYL FORMATE
Revision Date:2026-03-21Revision Number:1
Product identifier
- Product name: HEXYL FORMATE
- CBnumber: CB2382337
- CAS: 629-33-4
- EINECS Number: 211-087-1
- Synonyms: Formicacid,hexylester
Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Relevant identified uses: For R&D use only. Not for medicinal, household or other use.
- Uses advised against: none
Company Identification
- Company: Chemicalbook
- Address: Building 1, Huihuang International, Shangdi 10th Street, Haidian District, Beijing
- Telephone: 010-86108875
GHS Label elements, including precautionary statements
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Symbol(GHS)
- Signal wordWarning
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use … for extinction.
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.
Hazard statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour
Substance
- Product name: HEXYL FORMATE
- Synonyms: Formicacid,hexylester
- CAS: 629-33-4
- EC number: 211-087-1
- MF: C7H14O2
- MW: 130.18
General Advice
If symptoms persist, call a physician.
Eye Contact
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.
Ingestion
Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.
Most important symptoms and effects
Difficulty in breathing. Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting
Self-Protection of the First Aider
Ensure that medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved, take precautions to protect themselves and prevent spread of contamination.
Notes to Physician
Treat symptomatically.
Suitable Extinguishing Media
Water mist may be used to cool closed containers.
Extinguishing media which must not be used for safety reasons
No information available.
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Flammable. Containers may explode when heated. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
NFPA 704
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2
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| HEALTH | 0 | Poses no health hazard, no precautions necessary and would offer no hazard beyond that of ordinary combustible materials | |
| FIRE | 2 | Must be moderately heated or exposed to relatively high ambient temperature before ignition can occur and multiple finely divided suspended solids that do not require heating before ignition can occur. Flash point between 37.8 and 93.3 °C (100 and 200 °F). (e.g. diesel fuel, sulfur) | |
| REACT | 0 | Normally stable, even under fire exposure conditions, and is not reactive with water (e.g. helium,N2) | |
| SPEC. HAZ. |
Personal Precautions
Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Remove all sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Environmental Precautions
Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
Methods for Containment and Clean Up
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Use spark-proof tools and explosion-proof equipment.
Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 8 and 13.
Refer to protective measures listed in Sections 8 and 13.
Handling
Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
Storage
Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Specific Use(s)
Use in laboratories
Control Parameters
Monitoring methods
BS EN 14042:2003 Title Identifier: Workplace atmospheres. Guide for the application and use of procedures for the assessment of exposure to chemical and biological agents. MDHS70 General methods for sampling airborne gases and vapours MDHS 88
Volatile organic compounds in air. Laboratory method using diffusive samplers, solvent desorption and gas chromatography MDHS 96 Volatile organic compounds in air - Laboratory method using pumped solid sorbent tubes, solvent desorption and gas chromatography
Volatile organic compounds in air. Laboratory method using diffusive samplers, solvent desorption and gas chromatography MDHS 96 Volatile organic compounds in air - Laboratory method using pumped solid sorbent tubes, solvent desorption and gas chromatography
Exposure Controls
Engineering Measures
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source.
Personal protective equipment
Eye ProtectionWear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)
Hand Protection
Protective gloves
Inspect gloves before use.
Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves.
(Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information)
Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g.
sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion.
Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.
Skin and body protection
| Glove material | Breakthrough time | Glove thickness | EU standard | Glove comments |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Nitrile rubber | See manufacturers | - | EN 374 | (minimum requirement) |
| Neoprene | recommendations | |||
| Natural rubber | ||||
| PVC |
Inspect gloves before use.
Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves.
(Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information)
Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g.
sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion.
Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.
Long sleeved clothing
Respiratory Protection
When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators.
To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly
Large scale/emergency use
To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly
Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced
Recommended Filter type: Organic gases and vapours filter Type A Brown conforming to
EN14387
Small scale/Laboratory use
Recommended Filter type: Organic gases and vapours filter Type A Brown conforming to
EN14387
Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Recommended half mask:- Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN 141
When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted
Recommended half mask:- Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN 141
When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted
Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
Environmental exposure controls
No information available.
Information on basic physicochemical properties
- Molecular Weight130.19
- Molecular FormulaCH3 (CH2)5 O2 CH
- Oxidizing PropertiesNo information available
- Explosive Propertiesexplosive air/vapour mixtures possible
- ViscosityNo data available
- Decomposition TemperatureNo data available
- Autoignition TemperatureNo data available
- Partition Coefficient (n-octanol/water)No data available
- Solubility in other solventsSlightly soluble in water, soluble in alcohol and Propylene glycol, miscible with oils.
- Water SolubilityImmiscible
- Bulk DensityNot applicable Liquid
- Specific Gravity / Density0.875 g/cm 3 @ 20 °C
- Vapor DensityNo data available (Air = 1.0)
- Vapor PressureNo data available
- Explosion LimitsNo data available
- Flammability (solid,gas)Not applicable Liquid
- Evaporation RateNo data available
- Flash Point37 °C / 98.6 °F Method - No information available
- Boiling Point/Range155 °C / 311 °F
- Softening PointNo data available
- Melting Point/RangeNo data available
- pHNo information available
- Odor ThresholdNo data available
- Odorat 10.00 % in dipropylene glycol. apple unripe plum banana sweet
- Physical StateLiquid
- AppearanceColorless
- ColourColorless to Almost colorless
Stability
Stable under normal conditions.
Hazardous Reactions
None under normal processing.
Hazardous Polymerization
No information available.
Conditions to Avoid
Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.
Materials to avoid
No information available.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
None under normal use conditions.
Product Information
(a) acute toxicity;
| Component | LD50 Oral | LD50 Dermal | LC50 Inhalation |
|---|---|---|---|
| Formic acid, hexyl ester | LD50 > 5 g/kg ( Rat ) |
(b) skin corrosion/irritation;
No data available
(c) serious eye damage/irritation;
No data available
(d) respiratory or skin sensitization;
RespiratoryNo data available
Skin
No data available
(e) germ cell mutagenicity;
No data available
(f) carcinogenicity;
No data available
There are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product
There are no known carcinogenic chemicals in this product
(g) reproductive toxicity;
No data available
(h) STOT-single exposure;
No data available
(i) STOT-repeated exposure;
No data available
Target Organs
No information available.
(j) aspiration hazard;
No data available
Symptoms / effects,both acute and delayed
Symptoms of overexposure may be headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting
Ecotoxicity effects
.
Persistence and Degradability
Persistence
Immiscible with water, May persist, based on information available.
Bioaccumulative Potential
May have some potential to bioaccumulate
Mobility in soil
Spillage unlikely to penetrate soil The product is insoluble and floats on water The product evaporates slowly Is not likely mobile in the environment due its low water solubility
Spillage unlikely to penetrate soil
Spillage unlikely to penetrate soil
Endocrine Disruptor Information
This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors
Persistent Organic Pollutant
This product does not contain any known or suspected substance
Ozone Depletion Potential
This product does not contain any known or suspected substance
Waste from Residues/Unused Products
Waste is classified as hazardous. Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on waste and hazardous waste. Dispose of in accordance with local regulations.
Contaminated Packaging
Dispose of this container to hazardous or special waste collection point. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.
Other Information
Waste codes should be assigned by the user based on the application for which the product was used. Do not flush to sewer. Can be landfilled or incinerated, when in compliance with local regulations.
Road and Rail Transport
UN-NoUN3272
Proper Shipping Name
ESTERS, N.O.S.
Technical Shipping Name
(n-Hexyl formate)
Hazard Class
3
Packing Group
III
IMDG/IMO
UN-NoUN3272
Proper Shipping Name
ESTERS, N.O.S.
Technical Shipping Name
(n-Hexyl formate)
Hazard Class
3
Packing Group
III
IATA
UN-NoUN3272
Proper Shipping Name
ESTERS, N.O.S.*
Technical Shipping Name
(n-Hexyl formate)
Hazard Class
3
Packing Group
III
Special Precautions for User
No special precautions required
International Inventories
X = listed, China (IECSC), Europe (EINECS/ELINCS/NLP), U.S.A. (TSCA), Canada (DSL/NDSL), Philippines (PICCS), Japan (ENCS), Japan (ISHL), Australia (AICS), Korea (KECL).
| Component | The Inventory of Hazardous Chemicals (2015 Edition) | List of dangerous goods GB 12268 - 2012 | TCSI | IECSC | EINECS | TSCA | DSL | PICCS | ENCS | ISHL | AICS | KECL |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| Formic acid, hexyl ester | X | - | X | X | 211-087-1 | X | X | X | X | X | X | - |
National Regulations
Prepared By
Health, Safety and Environmental Department
Revision Date
23-Sep-2025
Revision Summary
Not applicable.
Training Advice
Chemical hazard awareness training, incorporating labelling, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), Personal Protective Equipment (PPE) and hygiene.
Use of personal protective equipment, covering appropriate selection, compatibility, breakthrough thresholds, care, maintenance, fit and standards.
First aid for chemical exposure, including the use of eye wash and safety showers.
Use of personal protective equipment, covering appropriate selection, compatibility, breakthrough thresholds, care, maintenance, fit and standards.
First aid for chemical exposure, including the use of eye wash and safety showers.
Legend
CASChemical Abstracts Service
TSCA
United States Toxic Substances Control Act Section 8(b)
Inventory
EINECS/ELINCS
Inventory
European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical
Substances/EU List of Notified Chemical Substances
DSL/NDSL
Substances/EU List of Notified Chemical Substances
Canadian Domestic Substances List/Non-Domestic
Substances List
PICCS
Substances List
Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances
ENCS
Japanese Existing and New Chemical Substances
IECSC
Chinese Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances
AICS
Australian Inventory of Chemical Substances
KECL
Korean Existing and Evaluated Chemical Substances
NZIoC
New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals
WEL
Workplace Exposure Limit
TWA
Time Weighted Average
ACGIH
American Conference of Governmental Industrial Hygienists
IARC
International Agency for Research on Cancer
DNEL
Derived No Effect Level
PNEC
Predicted No Effect Concentration
RPE
Respiratory Protective Equipment
LD50
Lethal Dose 50%
LC50
Lethal Concentration 50%
EC50
Effective Concentration 50%
NOEC
No Observed Effect Concentration
POW
Partition coefficient Octanol:Water
PBT
Persistent, Bioaccumulative, Toxic
vPvB
very Persistent, very Bioaccumulative
ICAO/IATA
International Civil Aviation Organization/International Air
Transport Association
IMO/IMDG
Transport Association
International Maritime Organization/International Maritime
Dangerous Goods Code
ADR
Dangerous Goods Code
European Agreement Concerning the International Carriage of
Dangerous Goods by Road
MARPOL
Dangerous Goods by Road
International Convention for the Prevention of Pollution from
Ships
OECD
Ships
Organisation for Economic Co-operation and Development
ATE
Acute Toxicity Estimate
BCF
Bioconcentration factor
VOC
(Volatile Organic Compound)
Key literature references and sources for data
https://echa.europa.eu/information-on-chemicals
Suppliers safety data sheet, Chemadvisor - LOLI, Merck index, RTECS
Suppliers safety data sheet, Chemadvisor - LOLI, Merck index, RTECS
Disclaimer
The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information given is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a warranty or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text
Disclaimer:
The information in this MSDS is only applicable to the specified product, unless otherwise specified, it is not applicable to the mixture of this product and other substances. This MSDS only provides information on the safety of the product for those who have received the appropriate professional training for the user of the product. Users of this MSDS must make independent judgments on the applicability of this SDS. The authors of this MSDS will not be held responsible for any harm caused by the use of this MSDS.