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n-Butanol

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
n-Butanol
Synonyms
n-Butanol, Propylcarbinol, 1-Buranol, Hyroxybutane, Butyl alcohol, Butyric alcohol, n-Butan-1-ol, Propyl methanol

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sasol Chemicals North America LLC

manufacturer

900 Threadneedle, Suite 100, Houston, Texas 77079-2990 USA

(281) 588-3315

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC North America Transport Emergency

(800) 424-9300

24-hr

CHEMTREC World Wide Transport Emergency

(703) 527-3887

24-hr

Sasol LCCC Main Gate Guard

(337) 494-5142

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

Hazard Statements

H220 Highly flammable.

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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
butan-1-ol; n-butanol 71-36-3 99.85% No

Exposure limit(s): See chapter 8 Classification and hazard labelling: See chapter 15

04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Move to fresh air in case of accidental inhalation of vapours. If breathing is irregular or stopped, administer artificial respiration. Call a physician immediately.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before re-use. If skin irritation persists, call a physician.

Eye contact

Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.

Ingestion

If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label. Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.

Immediate Medical Attention

Consult a physician or call a physician immediately for all exposure routes.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water spray, Alcohol-resistant foam, Dry chemical, Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Specific hazards

Flash back possible over considerable distance.

Instructions

Cool containers / tanks with water spray.

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Do not breathe vapours or spray mist. Material can create slippery conditions.

Environmental

Should not be released into the environment. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so.

Cleanup methods

Soak up with inert absorbent material and dispose of as hazardous waste.

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

Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms. Wear personal protective equipment. Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

Storage

Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.

Fire prevention

Ensure all equipment is electrically grounded before beginning transfer operations. Take precautionary measures against static discharges.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Provide sufficient air exchange and/or exhaust in work rooms.

Eyes

Safety glasses with side-shields

Respiratory

In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment.

Skin/Body

Protective suit, Safety shoes

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
clear, colourless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
liquid
Odor
alcohol-like
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
---
Melting Point
-89.5 °C
Boiling Point
117 °C
Flash Point
37 °C closed cup 98.6 °C open cup
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
9.333 hPa at 25 °C
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
0.81 g/cm3
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
11.2 %(V)
Lower Explosive Limit
1.4 %(V)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Solubility
partly soluble
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
36.1 mPa.s
Kinematic Viscosity
44.568 mm2/s
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Hazardous reactions

Hazardous polymerisation does not occur.

Avoid

Heat, flames and sparks.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents, Incompatible with acids, Halogenated compounds

Decomposition

Carbon oxides

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
1120
Shipping Name
Butanols (n-butanol)
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 n-Butanol known by?

n-Butanol is also known as: n-Butanol, Propylcarbinol, 1-Buranol, Hyroxybutane, Butyl alcohol, Butyric alcohol, n-Butan-1-ol, Propyl methanol

What is the hazard signal word for n-Butanol?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of n-Butanol?

n-Butanol is a liquid with clear, colourless color. It has alcohol-like odor.

What is the solubility of n-Butanol?

partly soluble

What are the hazard statements for n-Butanol?

This substance has 1 hazard statement:

  • H220: Highly flammable.

What is the melting point of n-Butanol?

The melting point is -89.5 °C and the boiling point is 117 °C.