n-BUTYL ACETATE | ICSC: 0399 (November 2003) |
Acetic acid, n-butyl ester Butyl ethanoate |
CAS #: 123-86-4 |
UN #: 1123 |
EC Number: 204-658-1 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Flammable. Above 22°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 22°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | Use AFFF, alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Dizziness. Headache. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Dry skin. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
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 | Nausea. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable metal or glass containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and strong acids. Cool. | |
PACKAGING | |
n-BUTYL ACETATE | ICSC: 0399 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C6H12O2 / CH3COO(CH2)3CH3 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Inhalation risk
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 50 ppm as TWA; 150 ppm as STEL. MAK: 480 mg/m3, 100 ppm; peak limitation category: I(2); pregnancy risk group: C. EU-OEL: 241 mg/m3, 50 ppm as TWA; 723 mg/m3, 150 ppm as STEL |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification R: 10-66-67; S: (2)-25; Note: 6 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations