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ISOBUTANEICSC: 0901 (November 1998)
2-Methylpropane
1,1-Dimethylethane
Trimethylmethane
CAS #: 75-28-5
UN #: 1969
EC Number: 200-857-2

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Extremely flammable.  Gas/air mixtures are explosive.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding) if in liquid state.  Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out. In other cases extinguish with water spray.  In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. 

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Shortness of breath. Suffocation.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.  Cold-insulating gloves. Protective clothing.  ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes   Wear safety goggles or face shield.  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.   

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic vapours of low boiling point adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 2.1 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Cool. 
PACKAGING
 
ISOBUTANE ICSC: 0901
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
The gas is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated. 

Chemical dangers
Reacts with strong oxidants, acetylene, halogens and nitrogen oxides. This generates fire and explosion hazard. 

Formula: C4H10 / (CH3)2CHCH3
Molecular mass: 58.1
Boiling point: -12°C
Melting point: -160°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.6 (liquid)
Solubility in water at 20°C: none
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 304
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2
Flash point: Flammable gas
Auto-ignition temperature: 460°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.8-8.4
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.8  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation. 

Effects of short-term exposure
Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite. The substance may cause effects on the cardiovascular system. This may result in impaired functions and respiratory failure. Exposure at high levels could cause death. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of this gas in the air will be reached very quickly on loss of containment. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 1000 ppm as STEL.
MAK: 2400 mg/m3, 1000 ppm; peak limitation category: II(4); pregnancy risk group: D 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state.
The measures mentioned in section PREVENTION are applicable to production, filling of cylinders, and storage of the gas. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: F+; R: 12; S: (2)-9-16; Note: C 

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