t-AMYL ALCOHOL
MSDS Number: A6408 --- Effective Date: 02/16/98
1. Product Identification
Synonyms: 2-Butanol, 2-methyl; tert-pentyl alcohol; t-amyl alcohol
99%; Ethyl dimethyl carbinol
CAS No.: 75-85-4
Molecular Weight: 88.15
Chemical Formula: C5H12O
Product Codes:
J.T. Baker:
9046
Mallinckrodt:
1996
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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2-Butanol, 2-methyl- 75-85-4 100% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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WARNING! FLAMMABLE! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. MAY BE HARMFUL IF
ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY
TRACT. NARCOTIC.
J.T. Baker SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience)
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Health Rating: 2 - Moderate
Flammability Rating: 4 - Extreme (Flammable)
Reactivity Rating: 2 - Moderate
Contact Rating: 2 - Moderate
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES; CLASS
Storage Color Code: Red (Flammable)
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Potential Health Effects
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Inhalation:
Vapors and mists are irritating to the upper respiratory tract. High
concentrations may have a narcotic effect, causing headaches, nausea, and
vomiting.
Ingestion:
Ingestion may produce narcotic effects, with headache, nausea, and
vomiting.
Skin Contact:
Causes irritation. May be absorbed through skin.
Eye Contact:
Vapors and mist cause eye irritation. Splashes may cause irritation with
severe pain, redness.
Chronic Exposure:
Repeated ingestion may cause liver damage.
Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions:
Persons with pre-existing skin disorders may be more susceptible to the
effects of this material.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation:
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Call a physician.
Ingestion:
Induce vomiting immediately as directed by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
Remove any contaminated clothing. Wash skin with soap or mild detergent
and water for at least 15 minutes. Wash clothes before reuse. Get medical
attention if irritation develops or persists.
Eye Contact:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
lifting lower and upper eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention
immediately.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire:
Flash point: 19C (66F) OC
Autoignition temperature: 437C (819F)
Flammable limits in air % by volume:
lel: 1.2; uel: 9.0
Explosion:
Above flash point, vapor-air mixtures are explosive within flammable limits
noted above. Closed containers exposed to heat may explode. Vapors can flow
along surfaces to distant ignition source and flash back.
Fire Extinguishing Media:
Dry chemical, alcohol foam or carbon dioxide. Water may be ineffective.
Special Information:
In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved
self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the
pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. Water may be used to flush
spills away from exposures and to dilute spills to non-flammable mixtures.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition. Wear
appropriate personal protective equipment as specified in Section 8.
Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel from
entering. Contain and recover liquid when possible. Use non-sparking tools
and equipment. Collect liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an
inert material (e. g., vermiculite, dry sand, earth), and place in a
chemical waste container. Do not use combustible materials, such as saw
dust. Do not flush to sewer!
J. T. Baker SOLUSORB(tm) solvent adsorbent is recommended for
spills of this product.
7. Handling and Storage
Protect against physical damage. Store in a cool, dry well-ventilated
location, away from any area where the fire hazard may be acute. Outside or
detached storage is preferred. Separate from incompatibles. Containers
should be bonded and grounded for transfers to avoid static sparks. Storage
and use areas should be No Smoking areas. Use non-sparking type tools and
equipment, including explosion proof ventilation. Keep out of light to
improve shelf-life. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty
since they retain product residues (vapors, liquid); observe all warnings
and precautions listed for the product.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits:
None established.
Ventilation System:
A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee
exposures as low as possible. Local exhaust ventilation is generally
preferred because it can control the emissions of the contaminant at its
source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please
refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of
Recommended Practices, most recent edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH Approved):
For conditions of use where exposure to the substance is apparent, consult
an industrial hygienist. For emergencies, or instances where the exposure
levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied
respirator. WARNING: Air purifying respirators do not protect workers in
oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection:
Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat,
apron or coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles and/or a full face shield where splashing is
possible. Maintain eye wash fountain and quick-drench facilities in work
area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance:
Clear, colorless liquid.
Odor:
Camphor odor.
Solubility:
Slightly soluble in water.
Density:
0.81
pH:
No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F):
100
Boiling Point:
102C (216F)
Melting Point:
-9C (16F)
Vapor Density (Air=1):
3.0
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg):
12 @ 20C (68F)
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1):
No information found.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability:
Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide may form when heated to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Incompatibilities:
Strong oxidizers.
Conditions to Avoid:
Heat, flame, sources of ignition, light and incompatibles.
11. Toxicological Information
Oral rat LD50: 1000 mg/kg.
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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2-Butanol, 2-methyl- (75-85-4) No No None
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate:
Based on physical properties, t-amyl alcohol is not expected to be
distributed in air. Some amounts may distribute in ground water and soils.
Environmental Toxicity:
No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an
appropriate and approved waste disposal facility. Processing, use or
contamination of this product may change the waste management options.
State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal
regulations.
Dispose of container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state
and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Domestic (Land, D.O.T.)
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Proper Shipping Name: AMYL ALCOHOLS
Hazard Class: 3
UN/NA: UN1105
Packing Group: II
Information reported for product/size: 3KG
International (Water, I.M.O.)
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Proper Shipping Name: AMYL ALCOHOLS
Hazard Class: 3.2
UN/NA: UN1105
Packing Group: II
Information reported for product/size: 3KG
15. Regulatory Information
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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2-Butanol, 2-methyl- (75-85-4) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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2-Butanol, 2-methyl- (75-85-4) Yes Yes No Yes
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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2-Butanol, 2-methyl- (75-85-4) No No No No
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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2-Butanol, 2-methyl- (75-85-4) No No No
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: Yes Fire: Yes Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Pure / Liquid)
Australian Hazchem Code: 2[S]E
Poison Schedule: None allocated.
WHMIS:
This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of
the Controlled Products Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains
all of the information required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings:
Health: 1 Flammability: 3 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
WARNING! FLAMMABLE! HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED. MAY BE HARMFUL IF
ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT.
NARCOTIC.
Label Precautions:
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.
Keep container closed.
Use with adequate ventilation.
Avoid breathing vapor.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing.
Label First Aid:
In case of eye contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at
least 15 minutes. Call a physician. In case of contact, immediately flush
skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If inhaled, remove to
fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. If swallowed, call a physician immediately.
Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
MSDS Section(s) changed since last revision of document include: 14, 15.
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