2-METHYL-1-BUTANOL | ICSC: 0506 (March 1998) |
2-Methyl butanol-1 sec-Butylcarbinol |
CAS #: 137-32-6 |
UN #: 1105 |
EC Number: 205-289-9 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Flammable. Above 50°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 50°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | Use alcohol-resistant 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. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Sore throat. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. |
Skin | Dry skin. Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | 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. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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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. Cool. | |
PACKAGING | |
Note: C |
2-METHYL-1-BUTANOL | ICSC: 0506 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Formula: C5H12O / CH3CH2CH(CH3)CH2OH |
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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MAK: 73 mg/m3, 20 ppm; peak limitation category: I(2); pregnancy risk group: C |
ENVIRONMENT |
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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn; R: 10-20-37-66; S: (2)-46 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations