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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT
MSDS Name: N-Butyl Acetate
Synonyms: Acetic Acid Butyl Ester; Butyl Acetate; 1-Butyl Acetate; Butyl Ethanoate.
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SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
CAS#: 123-86-4
Chemical Name: N-Butyl Acetate
%: 90-100%
EINECS#: 204-658-1
Hazard Symbols: F
Risk Phrases: 10
SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: clear, colorless. Flash Point: 72掳F. Warning! Flammable liquid. May cause allergic skin
reaction. May cause central nervous system depression. May cause liver damage. May cause kidney
damage. May cause fetal effects based upon animal studies. May cause eye and skin irritation. May cause
respiratory and digestive tract irritation. Forms explosive mixture with air. Target Organs: Kidneys, central
nervous system, liver.
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS
Eye:
Vapors may cause eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which becomes
evident upon re-exposure to this material. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause defatting
of the skin and dermatitis. May cause irritation and dermatitis. May cause cyanosis of the
extremities.
Ingestion:
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause central
nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness,
drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and
possible death due to respiratory failure. Ingestion of large amounts may cause CNS
depression.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion.
Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause
burning sensation in the chest.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause defatting and dermatitis. May cause liver and
kidney damage. May cause fetal effects.
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
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Eyes:
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper
and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Ingestion:
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to
an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH
(approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage.
Dike and collect water used to fight fire. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. Vapors
can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Combustion generates toxic fumes. Will burn if
involved in a fire. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Containers may explode
in the heat of a fire. Flammable Liquid. Vapors may be heavier than air. They can spread along
the ground and collect in low or confined areas. May accumulate static electrical charges, and
may cause ignition of its own vapors.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. For large
fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed
containers. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use
straight streams of water.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information:
Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste
container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section.
Use water spray to disperse the gas/vapor. Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill using an
absorbent, non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite. Use a spark-proof tool.
Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Ground and bond containers when
transferring material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with
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eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can
be dangerous. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame. Avoid
ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty
containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area.
SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the
permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits:
Chemical Name: N-Butyl Acetate
ACGIH: 150 ppm; 200 ppm STEL
NIOSH: 150 ppm TWA; 710 mg/m3 TWA 1700 ppm IDLH (10 percent lower explosive limit)
OSHA - Final PELs: 150 ppm TWA; 710 mg/m3 TWA
OSHA Vacated PELs:
N-Butyl Acetate:
150 ppm TWA; 710 mg/m3 TWA
PERSONAL PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye
and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149.
Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: clear, colorless
Odor: banana-like
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 15 mm Hg @ 25掳C
Vapor Density: 4.0 (air=1)
Evaporation Rate: 5.8 (CCl4=1)
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 257掳F
Freezing/Melting Point: -107掳F
Autoignition Temperature: 797掳F ( 425.00掳C)
Flash Point: 72掳F ( 22.22掳C)
NFPA Rating: (est.) Health: 1; Flammability: 3; Reactivity: 0
Explosion Limits, Lower: 1.7
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Upper: 7.6
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility: Slightly soluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.883 @ 20掳C
Molecular Formula: C6H12O2
Molecular Weight: 116.0828
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Forms explosive mixtures with air(72掳F/22掳C).
Conditions to Avoid:
High temperatures, incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat, strong oxidants,
plastics, resins, rubber.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Water, strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, nitrates, caustics (e.g. ammonia, ammonium
hydroxide, calcium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide), potassium-tert-butoxide.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization:
Has not been reported.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 123-86-4: AF7350000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 123-86-4: Inhalation, mouse: LC50 =6 gm/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 =2000 ppm/4H;
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 7060 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 3200 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 10768
mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = >20 mL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
N-Butyl Acetate -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
Embryo or Fetus: Fetotoxicity;Specific Developmental Abnormalities: Musculoskeletal, Inhalation
rat TCLo=1500ppm/7H.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
No data available.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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Ecotoxicity:
Fish: Fathead Minnow: LC50 = 18.0 mg/L; 96 Hr.; Unspecified fish: Bluegill/Sunfish: LC50 = 100.0
mg/L; 96 Hr.; Static condition water flea EC50 = 44.0 mg/L; 48 Hr.; 23掳C Algae: LC50 =320.0
mg/L; 96 Hr.; Unspecified bacteria: Phytobacterium phosphoreum: EC50 =3100.0-130 mg/L; 5, 15
minutes; Microtox test, 15掳C
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous
waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure
complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
US DOT
Shipping Name: BUTYL ACETATES
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: UN1123
Packing Group: II
Canadian TDG
Shipping Name: BUTYL ACETATES
Hazard Class: 3(9.2)
UN Number: UN1123
Other Information: FLASHPOINT 22掳C
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 123-86-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
SARA
Section 302 (RQ)
CAS# 123-86-4: final RQ = 5000 pounds (2270 kg)
Section 302 (TPQ)
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 123-86-4: acute, flammable.
Section 313
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No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 123-86-4 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
N-Butyl Acetate can be found on the following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Florida, Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: F
Risk Phrases:
R 10 Flammable.
Safety Phrases:
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static discharges.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 123-86-4: 1
United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits
CAS# 123-86-4: OES-United Kingdom, TWA 150 ppm TWA; 724 mg/m3 TWA
CAS# 123-86-4: OES-United Kingdom, STEL 200 ppm STEL; 966 mg/m3 STEL
Canada
CAS# 123-86-4 is listed on Canada's DSL/NDSL List.
This product has a WHMIS classification of B2, D1B, D2B.
CAS# 123-86-4 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 123-86-4: OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3);STEL 200 ppm (950 mg/m3)
OEL-AUSTRIA:TWA 200 ppm (950 mg/m3)
OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 150 ppm (713 mg/m3);STEL 200 ppm (950 mg/m3)
OEL-CZECHOSLOVAKIA:TWA 400 mg/m3;STEL 1000 mg/m3
OEL-DENMARK:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3)
OEL-FINLAND:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3);STEL 200 ppm (950 mg/m3)
OEL-FRANCE:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3);STEL 200 ppm (940 mg/m3)
OEL-GERMANY:TWA 200 ppm (950 mg/m3)
OEL-HUNGARY:TWA 200 mg/m3;STEL 600 mg/m3
OEL-INDIA:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3);STEL 200 ppm (950 mg/m3)
OEL-JAPAN:TWA 200 ppm (950 mg/m3)
OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3)
OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3)
OEL-POLAND:TWA 200 mg/m3
OEL-RUSSIA:TWA 200 ppm;STEL 200 mg/m3
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OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 100 ppm (500 mg/m3);STEL 150 ppm (700 mg/m3)
OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 150 ppm (700 mg/m3);STEL 300 ppm
OEL-TURKEY:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3)
OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 150 ppm (710 mg/m3);STEL 200 ppm
OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV
OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
ALWAYS COMPLY WITH ALL APPLICABLE INTERNATIONAL, FEDERAL, STATE AND LOCAL
REGULATIONS REGARDING THE TRANSPORTATION, STORAGE, USE AND DISPOSAL OF THIS
CHEMICAL.
Due to the changing nature of regulatory requirements, the information in this document should NOT be
considered all-inclusive or authoritative. Users should make their own investigations to determine the
suitability of the information for their particular purposes. International, Federal, State and Local regulations
should be consulted to determine compliance with all required reporting requirements.
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MSDS Creation Date: 6/7/01 Revision #0 Date: 6/7/01
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