SAFETY DATA SHEET: n-BUTANOL

1 SAFETY data SHEET: n-BUTANOL1. IDENTIFICATIONPRODUCT NAME:n-Butyl AlcoholSYNONYMS:Propylcarbinal, 1-ButanolCAS #:71-36-3 USES:Solvent2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATIONE mergency OverviewSIGNAL WORD: DANGER!!Danger Highly flammableState of matter liquid clear, colorlessOdoralcohol-likePotential environmental effectsEnvironmental precautionsShould not be released into the environment. Prevent further leakage or spillage if safeto do health effectsAcute effectsEyes Causes eye or repeated skin contact with liquid may cause defatting resulting in drying, rednessand possible ;May cause respiratory tract inrritationIngestion:Aspiration hazard if swallowed - can enter lungs and cause damageIN CASE OF TRANSPORTATION EMERGENCY CONTACT:CHEMTREC:(800) 424-9300-----------------------ALL OTHER INQUIRIES:(770) 904-7042 // Rue Cezzan Lavonia, GA 30553 Page: 1 SDS: n-BUTANOL3.

2 COMPOSITIONC omponentsCAS #Weight - 100%Isobutanol or other % maxWater (KARL FISCHER METHOD) % maxToxicological data on Ingredients: 1- butanol : ORAL (LD50): Acute: 790 mg/kg [Rat.]. DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 3400 mg/kg[Rabbit.].4. FIRST AID MEASURESEye Contact:Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids water may be used. Get medical attention Contact:In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing andshoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoesbefore reuse. Get medical attention Skin Contact:Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an antibacterial cream.

3 Seek immediate medical :If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attentionif symptoms Inhalation:Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing isdifficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek medical :Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Iflarge quantities of this material are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt Ingestion: Not of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:Hazards: Vapors have a narcotic effect and may cause headache, fatigue, dizziness, and : Treat FIRE FIGHTING MEASURESF lammability of the Product: Temperature: 343 C ( F)Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: C (84 F).

4 OPEN CUP: C (97 F) (Cleveland).Flammable Limits: LOWER: UPPER: : 2 SDS: n-BUTANOLP roducts of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Highly flammable in presence of open flames and sparks. Flammable in presence of heat, of oxidizing materials, of reducingmaterials, of combustible Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available. Risks of explosion of the product in presence ofstatic discharge: Not Fighting Media and Instructions:Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water. SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam,water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or Remarks on Fire Hazards: May form explosive mixtures with air.

5 CAUTION: MAY BURN WITH NEAR INVISIBLEFLAMES pecial Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURESS mall Spill:Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal Spill:Flammable liquid. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,sand or other non-combustible material. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dikeif needed. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with HANDLING AND STORAGEP recautions:Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathegas/fumes/ vapor/spray.

6 In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical adviceimmediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizingagents, reducing :Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed and sealeduntil ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame).8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROECTIONE ngineering Controls:Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respectivethreshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and SAFETY showers are proximal to the work-station Protection:Splash goggles. Lab coat.

7 Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Protection in Case of a Large Spill:Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation ofthe product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this : 3 SDS: n-BUTANOLE xposure guidelines:Country specific exposure limits have not been established and are not applicable unless specified #EXPOSURE LIMITSn-Butanol71-36-3US OSHA 100 ppm PELUS TLV20 ppm TWAI sobutanol or other Alcohols78-83-1US OSHA100 ppm PELUS TLV50 ppm TWA9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIESP hysical state and appearance: : Vinous. (Slight.)Odor Threshold: 083 ppmTaste: Not Weight: : (1% soln/water): Not Point: C ( F)Melting Point: C ( F)Freezing point: -89 C ( F)Flashpoint tag closed cup: 36 C ( F)Autoignition Temperature: 343 C ( F); ASTM D 2155 Specific Gravity: (Water = 1) @ 20 C (68 F)Vapor Pressure: kPa (@ 20 C)Vapor Density: (Air = 1)Volatility: Not rate (n-butyl acetate =1): Weight: Properties: See solubility in water, methanol, diethyl ether, :Easily soluble in methanol, diethyl ether.

8 Partially soluble in cold water, hot water, STABILITY AND REACTIVITYS tability: The product is Temperature: Not of Instability: Not : 4 SDS: n-BUTANOLC onditions to avoid: Heat, sparks, open flameMaterials to Avoid: Oxidizing materials can cause a vigorous reactionIncompatibility with various substances:Highly reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents. Slightly reactive to reactive with organic materials, acids, : Non-corrosive in presence of Remarks on Reactivity: Not Remarks on Corrosivity: Not : Will not decomposition: As with any other organic material, combustion will produce carbon dioxide and probably TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATIONR outes of Entry: Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. to Animals:WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE.

9 Acute oraltoxicity (LD50): 790 mg/kg [Rat.]. Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 3400 mg/kg [Rabbit.]. Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 8000 4hours [Rat.].Chronic Effects on Humans: Not Toxic Effects on Humans:Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact(sensitizer).Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Can cause gastrointestinal Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans: Exposure can cause nausea, headache and ECOLOGICAL INFORMATIONT oxicity:Acute toxicityFish: LC50 Fathead Minnow 1376 mg/l 96 hAquatic invertebrates: : LC50 Daphnid 1328 mg/L 48 hChronic toxicityFish: No data availableAquatic invertebrates: No data available13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONSWASTE CLASSIFICATIONUS.

10 EPA resource conservation and Recovery Act: (RCRA) D List of Characteristic Hazardous Wastes (40 CFR ): D001 WASTE FROM RESIDUES/UNUSED PRODUCTSIn accordance with local and national not contaminate ponds, waterways or ditches with chemical or used product should not be allowed to enter drains, water courses or the : 5 SDS: n-BUTANOLUNCLEANED EMPTY PACKAGINGDo not burn, or use a cutting torch on, the empty drum., Triple rinse containers., Can be offered for recycling, re-conditioning NOT DUMP INTO ANY SEWERS, ON THE GROUND, OR INTO ANY BODY OF WATER. All disposal practices must bein compliance with all Federal, State/Provincial and local laws and regulations. Regulations may vary in different locations. Wastecharacterizations and compliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the waste generator.