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Butyl acetate

CAS 123-86-4

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Butyl acetate
Product Code
287725
Chemical Name
Butyl acetate

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
123-86-4 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119485493-29-XXXX

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

distributor

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 warning

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3 H226
STOT SE Cat. 3 H336

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor.
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

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.
P243 Take action to prevent static discharges.

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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
n-Butylacetate EC: 204-658-1 123-86-4 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Fresh air. Call in physician.

Skin contact

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

Eye contact

Rinse out with plenty of water. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

Caution if victim vomits. Keep airways free. Call a physician immediately.

Symptoms: Risk of aspiration! Pulmonary failure possible after aspiration of vomit.

Immediate Medical Attention

Call a physician immediately.

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. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air at elevated temperatures. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire.

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

Collect, bind, and pump off spills. Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®). Clean up affected area.

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

Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture. Avoid generation of vapours/aerosols.

Storage

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

Hygiene

Change contaminated clothing. Preventive skin protection recommended. Wash hands after working with substance.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

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

Dynamic Viscosity
0,73 mPa.s at 20 °C, 0,563 mPa.s at 40 °C
Flash Point
27 °C
Solidification Point
---
Appearance
colorless, clear
Density
0,88 g/cm³ at 25 °C
Upper Explosive Limit
7,6 % (V)
Molecular Weight
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
415 °C
Voc Content
---
Cloud Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Form
---
Odor
fruity
Softening Point
---
Colour Intensity
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Melting Point
-78 °C
Flammability
---
Colour
colorless, clear
Relative Density
---
Boiling Point
124 - 126 °C
Lower Explosive Limit
1,7 % (V)
Solubility In Water
5,3 g/l at 20 °C
Metal Corrosion
---
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Properties Status
---
Freezing Point
---
Physical State
liquid
Odor Threshold
---
Bulk Density
---
Vapor Density
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
---
Vapor Pressure
11,2 hPa at 20 °C
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 2,3 at 25 °C
Ph
6,2 at 5,3 g/l at 20 °C
Physical State Data
liquid
Kinematic Viscosity
0,83 mm²/s at 20 °C, 0,66 mm²/s at 40 °C
Crystallisation Point
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

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

Reactivity

Vapor/air-mixtures are explosive at intense warming.

Hazardous reactions

Risk of explosion with: Alkali metals, alkali hydroxides, Strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

Heating.

Incompatible

rubber, various plastics

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
1123
Shipping Name
BUTYL ACETATES
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
III
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 Butyl acetate?

The signal word is warning.

What is the physical form of Butyl acetate?

Butyl acetate is a liquid appearing as colorless, clear with colorless, clear color. It has fruity odor.

What is Butyl acetate used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for Butyl acetate?

This substance has 2 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

What is the melting point of Butyl acetate?

The melting point is -78 °C and the boiling point is 124 - 126 °C.