n-BUTYL MERCAPTAN | ICSC: 0018 (December 2000) |
1-Butanethiol Butyl mercaptan Thiobutyl alcohol |
CAS #: 109-79-5 |
UN #: 2347 |
EC Number: 203-705-3 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | Use alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Weakness. Confusion. Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Shortness of breath. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | See Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Remove all ignition sources. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT wash away into sewer. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and acids. | |
PACKAGING | |
Marine pollutant. |
n-BUTYL MERCAPTAN | ICSC: 0018 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C4H10S / CH3(CH2)3SH |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Inhalation risk
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 0.5 ppm as TWA. MAK: 3.7 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(2); pregnancy risk group: C; skin absorption (H); sensitization of skin (SH) |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations