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2-Methylbutane

CAS 78-78-4
EC 201-142-8

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
2-Methylbutane
Product Code
19387
Chemical Name
2-Methylbutane

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
78-78-4 Check regulations →
EC Number
201-142-8 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

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Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 1 H224
Asp. Tox. Cat. 1 H304
STOT SE Cat. 3 H336

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor/ ...
P303+P361+P353 If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Chemical characterization: Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
N/A --- --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

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Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
Not determined
Colour
Colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Liquid
Odor
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Ph
Not determined.
Melting Point
Not determined
Boiling Point
30 °C (86 °F)
Flash Point
-57 °C (-71 ºF)
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not determined.
Vapor Pressure
573 hPa (430 mm Hg)
Vapor Density
Not determined.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Bulk Density
---
Density
0.62 g/cm3 (5.174 lbs/gal)
Flammability
Not determined.
Upper Explosive Limit
7.6 Vol %
Lower Explosive Limit
1.3 Vol %
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
420 °C (788 °F)
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solubility
Not determined
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
Not determined
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
Not determined.
Kinematic Viscosity
Not determined.
Properties Status
---
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1265
Shipping Name
Pentanes
Transport Class
8
Packing Group
I
IMDG

F-E,S-Ď

IATA

F-E,S-Ď

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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for 2-Methylbutane?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 2-Methylbutane?

2-Methylbutane is a liquid appearing as not determined with colorless color. It has not determined odor.

What is the solubility of 2-Methylbutane?

Not determined

What is 2-Methylbutane used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for 2-Methylbutane?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapour.
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

What is the melting point of 2-Methylbutane?

The melting point is Not determined and the boiling point is 30 °C (86 °F).

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