Where Can I Find an MSDS for Calixarene?

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A user is seeking a Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for 4-Methyl-1-acetoxycalix[6]arene, also known as Calixarene, which is a new photoresist used in nanotechnology. The user initially struggled to find the MSDS, contacting suppliers without success. Another participant suggested checking Sigma-Aldrich, while another offered to consult a chemistry professor for assistance. It was noted that the manufacturer in Japan has an MSDS available, but it is in Japanese. Eventually, one user received the MSDS via fax from Tokyo Kasei Kogyo Company, confirming that the company does respond to requests. The MSDS indicates that the chemical has no known carcinogenic, mutagenic, or teratogenic effects, but is classified as combustible. The discussion highlights the challenges in obtaining safety information for newer chemicals and the importance of having MSDS documentation for laboratory use.
eNtRopY
I need a Materials Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) for a chemical called 4-Methyl-1-acetoxycalix[6]arene commonly referred to as Calixarene.

I'll be your friend if you find it for me... and if you're a girl, I'll even be your boyfriend.

Thanks.

eNtRopY
 
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I believe you could get it from Sigma-Aldrich, but you would have to register at their website, sigmaaldrich.com.

Njorl
 
No luck, don't you have some other formula's, suppliers?
 
This is all the information I have concerning 4-Methyl-1-acetoxycalix[6]arene.

I've attempted to contact a sales representative, but no one from this company has responded to my emails.

eNtRopY
 
I can talk with my Chemistry professor to see of she can get her hands on the MSDS.

You made a request for an MSDS (for your wellbeing). Aren't they, by law, required to provide you with one?
 
Originally posted by Sting
Aren't they, by law, required to provide you with one?

The company is in Japan, and they do have a MSDS on their website... except it's written in Japanese.

The problem is that Calixarene is a very new, state-of-the-art photoresist used for special nanotech applications. I only want the MSDS because the cleanroom manager at my school told me I can't bring this substance into the lab until I provide him with a MSDS.

eNtRopY
 
Well, the Tokyo Kasei Kogyo Company finally faxed me a MSDS for Calixarene on Tuesday. I just thought I'd be fair and let everyone know that this company actually does help its customers... eventually.

eNtRopY
 
Good!

So any shocking hazards on that sheet or is the chemical pretty inert.
 
Oh yes, it is very informative.

Section III. Hazards Identification
Chronic Health Effects
Carcinogenic Effects: Not available.
Mutagenic Effects: Not available.
Teratogenic Effects: Not available.
Developmental Toxicity: Not available.

Section V. Fire and Explosion Data
Flummability: Combustible.
Auto-Ignition: Not available.
Flash Points: Not available.
Flammable Limits: Not avaiable.
Combustible Products: These products are toxic carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards: No specific information is available regarding the flammability of this compound in the presence of various materials.
Explosion Hazards:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
No additional information is available regarding the risks of explosion.

eNtRopY
 
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Don't they have an international symbol for "Duh, I dunno..." that they could have put in there? That way you could have read the Japanese MSDS
 
  • #11
lol, I'd wear your biohazard suit if I were you. Who knows what it does with you if every single scientist trying to find out the toxicity of this chemical died in the process :P
 
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