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Butyraldehyde

CAS 123-72-8

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Butyraldehyde
Product Code
W221902
Chemical Name
Butyraldehyde

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
123-72-8 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119488889-07-XXXX

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

manufacturer

Brusselsesteenweg 288, B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2 H319

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment.
P242 Use non-sparking tools.
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance

Synonyms : Butanal

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
butyraldehyde EC: 204-646-6 123-72-8 --- Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

fresh air.

Skin contact

Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower.

Eye contact

rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide (CO2) Foam Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides. Combustible. Pay attention to flashback. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire. Forms explosive mixtures with air at ambient temperatures.

Instructions

Remove container from danger zone and cool with water.

Firefighter Protection

In the event of fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

Cleanup methods

Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®).

Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®)

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition.

Hygiene

Change contaminated clothing. Wash hands after working with substance.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Splash contact Material: butyl-rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm Break through time: 60 min Material tested: Butoject® (KCL 898)

Eyes

Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses

Respiratory

Recommended Filter type: Filter A (acc. to DIN 3181) for vapours of organic compounds The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
clear, liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
clear
Colour
colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
pungent
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
6 - 7 at 71 g/l at 20 °C
Melting Point
-96 °C
Boiling Point
75 °C
Flash Point
< 10 °C
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
144 hPa at 20 °C
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
0,81 at 20 °C
Bulk Density
---
Density
0,8 g/cm3 at 25 °C
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
11,1 % (V)
Lower Explosive Limit
1,7 % (V)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
190 °C at 1.013 hPa
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 1,3 at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 107 - n-octanol/water Bioaccumulation is not expected.
Solubility In Water
50 g/l at 20 °C - OECD Test Guideline 105- completely soluble
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
0,43 mPa.s at 20 °C
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

Vapors may form explosive mixture with air.

Hazardous reactions

increased reactivity with: Amines, Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: fuming sulfuric acid, Strong oxidizing agents, Nitric acid, Air, Exothermic reaction with: Bases, Containment with chlorosulfonic acid, Risk of explosion with: Containment with sulfuric acid

Avoid

Heat. Warming.

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1129
Shipping Name
BUTYRALDEHYDE
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
15

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 Butyraldehyde?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Butyraldehyde?

Butyraldehyde is a clear, liquid appearing as clear with colorless color. It has pungent odor.

What is Butyraldehyde used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Butyraldehyde?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.

What is the melting point of Butyraldehyde?

The melting point is -96 °C and the boiling point is 75 °C.