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1,4-BUTANEDIOL
ICSC: 1104
Peer-Review Status: 23.03.1999 Validated
1,4-Butylene glycol
1,4-Dihydroxybutane
1,4-Tetramethylene glycol
Tetramethylene 1,4-diol 
CAS #: 110-63-4 RTECS #: EK0525000
EINECS #: 203-786-5
 		    Formula: C4H10O2 / HO(CH2)4OH
Molecular mass: 90.1

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.  NO open flames.  Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION      
 
EXPOSURE      
Inhalation Drowsiness.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes   Wear safety spectacles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.   
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
NFPA Code: H1; F1; R0.  Separated from strong oxidants. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS VISCOUS LIQUID. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in narcosis. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 228°C
Melting point: 20°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.02
Solubility in water: miscible
Vapour pressure, Pa at 38°C: <133
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.1
Flash point: 121°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 350°C   		 

NOTES
Dabco DBO, Diol 14B, Polycure D, Sucol B, Agrisynth B1D are trade names. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       1,4-Butanediol  (SIDS)