MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET 1-BUTANESULPHONATE, SODIUM SALT
PRODUCT CODE NUMBER(S): 2220-5
PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
Chemical Name and Synonyms: 1-Butanesulphonate, so- Flammability: Combustible if strongly heated. As with
dium salt; 1-Butanesulphonic acid, sodium salt most organic compounds, fine dust dispersed in air in the
presence of an ignition source is a potential dust explosion
Chemical Family: Ion pair reagent
hazard.
Chemical Formula: CH3(CH2)3SO3Na
Extinguishing Media: Use an extinguisher appropriate to
Product Use: Laboratory reagent the surrounding material which is burning. Use water as
Manufacturer鈥檚 Name and Address: spray or fog to minimize dust, absorb heat, cool containers,
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. and disperse vapours. Fight fire from upwind, from a safe
distance. Firefighters should wear protective equipment, full
40 Armstrong Avenue
face-piece positive-pressure self-contained breathing appa-
Georgetown, Ontario L7G 4R9
ratus, and clothing sufficient to preven inhalation of dust or
Telephone No: (905) 877-0101 fumes, and contact with skin and eyes.
Fax No: (905) 877-6666 Flash Point (Method Used): Not applicable
Emergency Telephone No: CANUTEC (613) 996-6666 Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable
Upper Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS OF MATERIALS
Lower Flammable Limit (% by volume): Not applicable
Ingredients % TLV Units CAS No. Hazardous Combustion Products: Toxic fumes of SOx,
COx
1-Butanesulphonate, ~99 Not available 2386-54-1
Sensitivity to Impact: None identified
sodium salt
Sensitivity to Static discharge: As with most organic pow-
ders, mixtures of dust with air may be sensitive under
PHYSICAL DATA
certain conditions, when ignited by an electrostatic or other
Physical State: Solid high-voltage spark, or other ignition source.
Odour and Appearance: White, odourless powder or crys-
TOXICOLOGICAL PROPERTIES AND HEALTH DATA
tals
Odour Threshold (ppm): Not applicable
Toxicological Data:
Vapour Pressure (mm Hg): 0 @ 20掳C
To the best of our knowledge, the physical, chemical, and
Vapour Density (Air = 1): Not available
toxicological properties of this substance have not yet been
Evaporation Rate (bu ac=1): 0
thoroughly investigated.
Boiling Point (掳C): Not applicable
LD50: Not available
Melting Point (掳C): >300掳C
LC50: Not available
pH: Not available
Specific Gravity: Not available Effects of Acute Exposure to Product:
Coefficient of Water/Oil distribution: Not available
Inhaled: No human or animal information available. Dust
Solubility in Water: 1 - 10 % or mist may be irritating. May cause coughing, dry throat,
difficult breathing, nasal congestion, headache.
SHIPPING DESCRIPTION Sulphonates may cause allergic reaction.
In contact with skin: Sulphonates are generally irritants.
UN: Not regulated
Prolonged contact may cause dermatitis.
T.D.G. Class: Not regulated In contact with eyes: May cause mild irritation to eyes.
Pkg. Group: Not regulated Ingested: No information available. Will probably cause
gastro-intestinal irritation,with nausea and vomiting, abdom-
REACTIVITY DATA inal pain. May be harmful.
Chemical Stability: Stable
Effects of Chronic Exposure to Product:
Incompatibility with other substances: Generally
sulphonates are incompatible with strong acids. Carcinogenicity: No information available
Reactivity: Avoid contact with strong acids or acid fumes, Teratogenicity: No information available
generation of dust, excessive heat or ignition sources. Reproductive Effects: No information available
HazardousDecomposition Products: SOx, COx when
Mutagenicity: No information available
heated to decomposition, or in contact with acid or acid
Synergistic Products: None known
fumes.
1-BUTANESULPHONATE, SODIUM SALT
MSDS
CODE: 2220-5
PREVENTIVE MEASURES REFERENCES USED
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation. Budavari: The Merck Index, 12th ed., 1997
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask. NIOSH/MSHA ap- Sax, Lewis: Hawley鈥檚 Condensed Chemical Dictionary, 11th
proved half-face dust/mist respirator for dusty conditions. ed., 1987
Positive-pressure, full face-piece self-contained breathing Suppliers鈥? Material Safety Data Sheets
apparatus for high or unknown concentrations, as in fire or
spill conditions.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Eye Protection: Safety glasses
Date Issued: March 10, 1989
Skin Protection: Rubber or plastic gloves. Other protective
body-covering clothing sufficient to prevent contact. Revision: October 2007
Other Personal Protective Equipment: Safety shower MSDS: 2220-5
and eyewash fountain in work area. Proposed WHMIS Designation: Insufficient information
Leak and Spill Procedure: Ventilate area. Evacuate area, available
and eliminate all sources of ignition. Cleanup personnel
should be trained in the hazards of the material and its safe Prepared by: Caledon Laboratories Ltd. (905) 877-0101
handling, and should wear protective equipment and cloth-
Caledon Laboratories Ltd. believes the information contained
ing sufficient to prevent inhalation of dust or fumes, and
herein is reliable and accurate. Caledon makes no warranty
contact with skin and eyes. Do not touch spilled material.
with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reli-
Gather up in a manner that does not raise dust; wet if nec-
ance thereon. Such information is solely for your consider-
essary. Contain spill with inert absorbent, collect, and
ation, investigation, and verification.
transfer carefully to containers for recovery or disposal.
Flush area of spill thoroughly with running water.
Waste Disposal: Follow all federal, provincial and local
regulations for disposal.
Handling Procedures and Equipment: COMBUSTIBLE
DUST. Workers using this chemical must be properly
trained in its hazards and its safe use. Avoid generating
dust. If there is dust, keep away from heat, sparks, and all
sources of ignition; avoid the accumulation of static charge,
use anti-sparking tools and ground and bond equipment and
containers. Use the smallest amount possible for the pur-
pose, in a designated area with adequate ventilation. Use
good housekeeping to prevent accumulations of dust. Avoid
contact with skin and eyes. Avoid inhalation. Wash thor-
oughly after handling.
Storage Requirements: Store in suitable, labelled contain-
ers in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area, out of direct sunlight
and away from incompatible or combustible materials. Keep
air out of container. Keep container tightly closed. Inspect
frequently for signs of damage or leaking. Treat empty con-
tainers with caution; they may contain hazardous residues.
FIRST AID MEASURES
Specific Measures:
Eyes: Flush eyes thoroughly with gently running water,
holding eyelids open while flushing, for five to ten (5-10)
minutes, or until no trace of chemical remains. Get medical
advice if irritation develops.
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Brush or wipe off dry
material. Wash skin with plenty of running water until no ev-
idence of chemical remains. If irritation develops get
medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Give oxygen and get
medical attention for any breathing difficulty.
Ingestion: If the victim is alert and not convulsing, rinse
mouth thoroughly with water and give 2 to 4 glasses of wa-
ter to drink to dilute. If victim feels unwell, or if a large
amount has been ingested, get medical attention.
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