BUTYRALDEHYDE | ICSC: 0403 (April 2006) |
Butanal Butyl aldehyde |
CAS #: 123-72-8 |
UN #: 1129 |
EC Number: 204-646-6 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. 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 foam, 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. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Burning sensation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Rest. |
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. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Highly flammable liquid and vapourMay be harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin Causes serious eye irritation Harmful to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Keep in the dark. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
BUTYRALDEHYDE | ICSC: 0403 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C4H8O / CH3CH2CH2CHO |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F; R: 11; S: (2)-9-29-33 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations BUTYRALDEHYDE (JECFA Evaluation)