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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
126470000; 126470010; 126470100; 126470250
Chemical Name
Isopentane
Synonyms
1,1,2-Trimethylethane

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
78-78-4 Check regulations →
EC Number
201-142-8 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119475602-38-0003

Identified Uses

Recommended Use Laboratory chemicals.; Sector of use SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites; Product category PC21 - Laboratory chemicals; Process categories PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent; Environmental release category ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

F

Fisher Scientific UK

national supplier

Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom

A

Acros Organics BVBA

national supplier

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a 2440 Geel, Belgium

Emergency Contacts

Acros Organics

001-800-ACROS-01

Acros Organics BVBA

+32 14 57 52 11

Emergency Contact

001-201-796-7100

Emergency Contact

+32 14 57 52 99

CHEMTREC

001-800-424-9300

CHEMTREC

001-703-527-3887

02

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
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 2 H411

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H224 Extremely flammable liquid and vapor
H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P243 Take action to prevent static discharges
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P273 Avoid release to the environment
P301 + P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
Isopentane EC: 201-142-8 78-78-4 95% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Risk of serious damage to the lungs (by aspiration). If not breathing, give artificial respiration.

Symptoms: Difficulty in breathing. Inhalation of high vapor concentrations may cause symptoms like headache, dizziness, tiredness, nausea and vomiting

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.

Eye contact

Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward.

Immediate Medical Attention

Get medical attention. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur. Call a physician or poison control center immediately.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

Related Substances

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment. Wherever possible, engineering control measures such as the isolation or enclosure of the process, the introduction of process or equipment changes to minimise release or contact, and the use of properly designed ventilation systems, should be adopted to control hazardous materials at source

Hands

Protective gloves. Glove material: Nitrile rubber - Breakthrough time: 480 minutes, Glove thickness: 0.38 mm, EU standard: EN 374, Glove comments: Level 6. Viton (R) - Breakthrough time: 480 minutes, Glove thickness: 0.3 mm, EU standard: EN 374, Glove comments: Level 6. Neoprene gloves < 85 minutes, 0.45 mm. Viton (R) - 480 minutes, 0.3 mm. As tested under EN374-3 Determination of Resistance to Permeation by Chemicals. Inspect gloves before use. Please observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves. (Refer to manufacturer/supplier for information) Ensure gloves are suitable for the task: Chemical compatability, Dexterity, Operational conditions, User susceptibility, e.g. sensitisation effects, also take into consideration the specific local conditions under which the product is used, such as the danger of cuts, abrasion. Remove gloves with care avoiding skin contamination.

Eyes

Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

No protective equipment is needed under normal use conditions. Large scale/emergency use: Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 136 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended Filter type: low boiling organic solvent Type AX Brown conforming to EN371. Small scale/Laboratory use: Maintain adequate ventilation Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149:2001 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced. Recommended half mask: Valve filtering: EN405; or; Half mask: EN140; plus filter, EN 141

Skin/Body

Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Kinematic Viscosity
---
Odor
Petroleum distillates
Boiling Point
30 C / 86 F @ 760 mmHg
Melting Point
-160 C / -256 F
Solubility In Water
Insoluble
Odor Threshold
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Solubility
No information available
Softening Point
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
7.6 vol%
Vapor Density
2.48 (Air = 1.0)
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Solidification Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
420 C / 788 F
Bulk Density
Not applicable Liquid
Form
---
Molecular Weight
72.15
Freezing Point
---
Physical State Data
liquid
Vapor Pressure
990 mbar @ 20 C
Density
0.620
Lower Explosive Limit
1.4 vol%
Physical State
Liquid
Colour Intensity
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Cloud Point
---
Partition Coefficient
Isopentane 3.3
Appearance
Colorless
Ph
Not applicable
Properties Status
---
Colour
Colorless
Flash Point
-51 C / -59.8 F
Crystallisation Point
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Flammability
Extremely flammable On basis of test data
Relative Density
0.620
Evaporation Rate
No information available
14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
UN1265
Shipping Name
PENTANES
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
I
ADR

No special precautions required

IMDG

No special precautions required

IATA

No special precautions required

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What other names is 2-Methylbutane known by?

2-Methylbutane is also known as: 1,1,2-Trimethylethane

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 colorless with colorless color. It has petroleum distillates odor.

What is the solubility of 2-Methylbutane?

No information available

What is 2-Methylbutane used for?

Recommended Use Laboratory chemicals.; Sector of use SU3 - Industrial uses: Uses of substances as such or in preparations at industrial sites; Product category PC21 - Laboratory chemicals; Process categories PROC15 - Use as a laboratory reagent; Environmental release category ERC6a - Industrial use resulting in manufacture of another substance (use of intermediates)

What are the hazard statements for 2-Methylbutane?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H224: Extremely flammable liquid and vapor
  • H304: May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

What is the melting point of 2-Methylbutane?

The melting point is -160 C / -256 F and the boiling point is 30 C / 86 F @ 760 mmHg.

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