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Safety Data Sheet EN

1-Butanol

CAS 71-36-3
EC 200-751-6

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
1-Butanol
Product Code
423490000; 423490010; 423495000; 423490025
Chemical Name
1-Butanol
Synonyms
n-Butanol; n-Butyl alcohol, Butan-1-ol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
71-36-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
200-751-6 Check regulations →
REACH No.
01-2119484630-38

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals.

Uses advised against

No Information available

Manufacturers & Suppliers

T

Thermo Fisher Scientific

manufacturer

Janssen Pharmaceuticalaan 3a, 2440 Geel, Belgium

F

Fisher Scientific UK

distributor

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

F

Fisher Scientific AG

distributor

Neuhofstrasse 11, CH 4153 Reinach

+41 (0) 56 618 41 11

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

Tox Info Suisse

145

24hr

Tox Info Suisse

+41-44 251 51 51

Chemtrec

0800 564 402

24h

Chemtrec

+41-43 508 20 11

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 3 H226
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Skin Irrit. Cat. 2 H315
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318
STOT SE Cat. 3 H335

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

Hazard Statements

H226 Flammable liquid and vapor
H302 Harmful if swallowed
H315 Causes skin irritation
H318 Causes serious eye damage
H335 May cause respiratory irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician

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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
1-Butanol EC: 200-751-6 71-36-3 99% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Get medical attention if symptoms occur.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

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

Ingestion

Clean mouth with water and drink afterwards plenty of water.

Medical Treatment

Treat symptomatically.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, carbon dioxide (CO2), dry chemical, alcohol-resistant foam.

Unsuitable media

Do not use a solid water stream as it may scatter and spread fire.

Specific hazards

Flammable. Risk of ignition. Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Containers may explode when heated. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Instructions

Keep product and empty container away from heat and sources of ignition.

Firefighter Protection

As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Use personal protective equipment as required. Ensure adequate ventilation.

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.

Materials: inert absorbent material

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Flammables area.

Hygiene

Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Wash hands before breaks and after work.

Fire prevention

Keep away from heat, sparks and flame.

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. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location. 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: Butyl rubber (> 480 minutes, 0.35 mm, EN 374), Nitrile rubber (> 480 minutes, 0.38 mm, Level 6), Neoprene (> 480 minutes, 0.45 mm), Viton (R) (> 480 minutes, 0.7 mm). Inspect gloves before use. Observe the instructions regarding permeability and breakthrough time which are provided by the supplier of the gloves.

Eyes

Goggles (European standard - EN 166)

Respiratory

When workers are facing concentrations above the exposure limit they must use appropriate certified respirators. To protect the wearer, respiratory protective equipment must be the correct fit and be used and maintained properly. 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: Organic gases and vapours filter Type A Brown conforming to EN14387. Small scale/Laboratory use: 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. When RPE is used a face piece Fit Test should be conducted

Skin/Body

Long sleeved clothing.

Environmental

No information available.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Freezing Point
---
Colour
---
Molecular Weight
74.12
Evaporation Rate
0.46 - (Butyl Acetate = 1.0)
Solubility In Water
80 g/L (20°C)
Properties Status
---
Colour Intensity
---
Flash Point
35 °C / 95 °F
Odor
Alcohol-like
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Voc Content
---
Density
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Odor Threshold
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
1.4 Vol%
Solidification Point
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Physical State
Liquid
Upper Explosive Limit
11.2 Vol%
Flammability
Flammable
Explosive Limits
---
Solubility
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Boiling Point
117.6 °C / 243.7 °F
Partition Coefficient
1
Appearance
Colorless
Vapor Pressure
6.7 mbar @ 20 °C
Vapor Density
2.6
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Bulk Density
Not applicable
Melting Point
-89 °C / -128.2 °F
Dynamic Viscosity
2.95 mPa.s (20 °C)
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Ph
No information available
Softening Point
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
340 °C / 644 °F
Physical State Data
liquid
Cloud Point
---
Form
---
Relative Density
0.810
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerization does not occur. None under normal processing.

Avoid

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

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents. Reducing Agent. Acid chlorides. copper. Copper alloys. Acid anhydrides.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO). Carbon dioxide (CO₂).

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
UN1120
Shipping Name
BUTANOLS
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 other names is 1-Butanol known by?

1-Butanol is also known as: n-Butanol; n-Butyl alcohol, Butan-1-ol

What is the hazard signal word for 1-Butanol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 1-Butanol?

1-Butanol is a liquid appearing as colorless . It has alcohol-like odor.

What is 1-Butanol used for?

Laboratory chemicals.

What are the hazard statements for 1-Butanol?

This substance has 6 hazard statements:

  • H226: Flammable liquid and vapor
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed
  • H315: Causes skin irritation
  • H318: Causes serious eye damage
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation
  • H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness

What is the melting point of 1-Butanol?

The melting point is -89 °C / -128.2 °F and the boiling point is 117.6 °C / 243.7 °F.