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DIPROPYL KETONEICSC: 1414 (May 2002)
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Butyrone
CAS #: 123-19-3
UN #: 2710
EC Number: 204-608-9

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Flammable.  Above 49°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Above 49°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.  Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

 PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat. Drowsiness. Lethargy. Headache.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness. Dry skin.  Protective gloves.  Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
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 Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Drowsiness.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Remove all ignition sources. Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable 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
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Well closed. 
PACKAGING
 
DIPROPYL KETONE ICSC: 1414
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Reacts with oxidants, bases and reducing agents. 

Formula: C7H14O / (CH3CH2CH2)2CO
Molecular mass: 114.2
Boiling point: 144-146°C
Melting point: -33°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.8
Solubility in water at 20°C: very poor
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.7
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.9
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01
Flash point: 49°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 430°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: see Notes 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin. The vapour is irritating to the respiratory tract. Exposure at high levels could cause lowering of consciousness. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 50 ppm as TWA 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
Explosive limits are unknown in literature, although the substance is combustible and has a flash point < 61°C. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 10-20; S: (2)-24/25 

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