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PROPYLENE GLYCOL n-BUTYL ETHERICSC: 1614 (October 2005)
1-Butoxy-2-propanol
n-Butoxypropanol
CAS #: 5131-66-8
EC Number: 225-878-4

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  Above 63°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.  NO open flames.  Above 63°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.  Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide.   

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation   Use ventilation.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin Redness. Pain.  Protective gloves.  Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Then wash away with plenty of water. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Keep in the dark. Separated from strong oxidants. 
PACKAGING
 
PROPYLENE GLYCOL n-BUTYL ETHER ICSC: 1614
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
CLEAR COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides. Reacts with strong oxidants. 

Formula: C7H16O2 / CH3CH(OH)CH2O(CH2)3CH3
Molecular mass: 132.23
Boiling point: 171°C
Melting point: <-75°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.879 (25°C)
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 6 (moderate)
Vapour pressure, kPa at 25°C: 0.187
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.55
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.007
Flash point: 63 °C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 260°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.1 (at 80°C) - 8.4 (at 145°C)
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.15 (calculated)
Viscosity: 2.9 cSt at 25°C 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body through the skin and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. 

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: Xi; R: 36/38; S: (2) 

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