2-BUTOXYETHYL ACETATE | ICSC: 0839 (November 2003) |
Butyl glycol acetate Ethylene glycol monobutyl ether acetate 2- Butoxyethanol acetate Butyl cellosolve acetate |
CAS #: 112-07-2 |
EC Number: 203-933-3 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Above 71°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames. Above 71°C use a closed system and ventilation. | Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Headache. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Nausea. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Dry skin. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Burning sensation in the throat and chest. Vomiting. Further see Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. 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. 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 Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from strong oxidants and strong bases. Cool. Keep in the dark. | |
PACKAGING | |
2-BUTOXYETHYL ACETATE | ICSC: 0839 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C8H16O3 / C4H9OCH2CH2OOCCH3 |
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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TLV: 10 ppm as TWA; A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: 66 mg/m3, 10 ppm; peak limitation category: I(2); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: C. EU-OEL: 133 mg/m3, 20 ppm as TWA; 333 mg/m3, 50 ppm as STEL; (skin) |
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: Xn; R: 20/21; S: (2)-24 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations