| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C1400 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 3 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | n-Butyl Alcohol (1-Butanol) HPLC Grade |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | CH“CH’CH’CH’OH |
| RTECS: | EO1400000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 71-36-3 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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n-Butyl Alcohol (1-Butanol) | CAS# 71-36-3 | 100% | v/v | OSHA Ceiling 50 ppm (150 mg/mƒ) (skin) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconcious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Alcohol Resistant Foam, Carbon Dioxide, dry chemical or water spray |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame. Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Remove all sources of ignition. Ventilate area of leak or spill. Wear protective equipment. Clean up in a manner that doen't disperse dust.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store away from heat. Containers should meet bonding and grounding guidelines. Store away from incompatible sustances |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | -89 Deg. C | Specific Gravity | 0.8098
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| Boiling Point: | 117 Deg. C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 100% |
| Vapor Pressure: | 6.5 mm Hg |
Evaporation Rate: | 0.5 |
| Vapor Density: |
2.55 |
Evaporation Standard: |
Butylacetate =1 |
| Solubility in Water: |
7.7 % |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
343 Deg. C |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Clear, mobile, colorless liquid, strong odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
1.4% |
| Flash Point: |
37 Deg. C |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
11.2% |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with incompatible materials. |
Materials to Avoid:
Alkali metals, Aluminum, T-Butanol, Chromic Anhydride, oxidizers, alcohols, plastics |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of carbon |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Inhalation may effect electrical activity of the brain, shortness of breath, coughing, fatigue, irritation of respiratory tract, pulmonary injury, vertigo, hearing loss. May irritate skin. Can be abdorbed through the skin.May cause skin to dry and crack. Contact with eyes may cause irritation, blurring of vision, corneal inflammation, photophobia and a burning sensation. Ingestion may cause abdominal pain, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. High doses can cause complete paralysis, and death. Conditions aggravated/target organs: Persons with pre-existing eye, skin, or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: Butanol, 3, UN1120, PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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