Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- 2 -Methylbutane
- Product Code
- 126470000; 126470010; 126470100; 126470250
- Chemical Name
- 2 -Methylbutane
- 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
Laboratory chemicals
Uses advised against
No Information available
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Fisher Scientific UK
distributor
Bishop Meadow Road, Loughborough, Leicestershire LE11 5RG, United Kingdom
Thermo Fisher Scientific
distributor
Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
001-800-227-6701
Emergency Contact
+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
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS02
GHS07
GHS08
GHS09
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| 2 -Methylbutane EC: 201-142-8 | 78-78-4 | 95% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
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
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention immediately if symptoms occur.
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
Do NOT induce vomiting. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. If vomiting occurs naturally, have victim lean forward.
Immediate Medical Attention
Treat symptomatically. Symptoms may be delayed.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically.
Related Substances
Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Ensure adequate ventilation, especially in confined areas. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. 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
Protective gloves. Glove material: Nitrile rubber - 480 minutes 0.38 mm Level 6; Viton (R) - 480 minutes 0.3 mm EN 374; Neoprene gloves < 85 minutes 0.45 mm. As tested under EN374-3 Determination of Resistance to Permeation by Chemicals. 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.
Wear safety glasses with side shields (or goggles) (European standard - EN 166)
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
Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Inspect gloves before use.
Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN1265
- Shipping Name
- PENTANES
- Transport Class
- 3
- Packing Group
- I
No special precautions required.
No special precautions required.
No special precautions required.
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?
Laboratory chemicals
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.