SECTION V HEALTH HAZARD DATA
MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET AA 355
Threshold Limited Value TWA: 100 ppm; 532 mg/m3 (air). (ACGIH 1992-93).
ALDON 1533 W.Henrietta Rd. Toxicity data: Orl-rat LD50: 6500 mg/kg.
AA 355
Avon, New York 14414 MSDS No.
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CORPORATION June 11, 1996
Effective Date
(716) 226-6177
Effects of Overexposure
Dizziness, nausea, headache. narcosis. Contact with skin may be irritating.
Vapors and mists will irritate eyes, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
SECTION I NAME 24 HOUR EMERGENCY ASSISTANCE
Ingestion may cause nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
Product AMYL ACETATE
CHEMTREC
3 Health 2
800-424-9300
Chemical
Emergency and
1 0
Pear Oil, Amylacetic Ester
Synonyms SKIN: Flush thoroughly with water, then wash with mild soap and water.
3
Fire
Day 716-226-6177
First Aid Procedures EYES: Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes, lifting upper
CH COOC H
Formula 1
Reactivity and lower eyelids occasionally. Get immediate medical attention.
3 5 11
NFPA INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial
HAZARD RATING HMIS *
up to 4 Lt.
Unit Size respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
LEAST SLIGHT MODERATE HIGH EXTREME
INGESTION: If swallowed, if conscious, give two glasses of water to drink.
0 1 2 3 4
628-63-7
C.A.S. No. Induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention. Never give anything by
mouth to an unconscious person.
SECTION II INGREDIENTS OF MIXTURES
SECTION VI REACTIVITY DATA
Principal Component(s) % TLV Units
Conditions to Avoid
Stability Unstable
Amyl Acetate 99% TLV-TWA: 100 ppm Excessive temperature, heat, sparks, flame.
Stable X
Incompatibility Avoid strong alkalis, acids or strong oxidizers. Reducing agents.
(Materials to Avoid)
Hazardous
WARNING! FLAMMABLE! HARMFUL IF INHALED. IRRITANT. Thermal decomposition or burning may produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Decomposition Products
SECTION III PHYSICAL DATA
Conditions to Avoid
Hazardous Polymerization
Specific Gravity (H2O = 1)
Melting Point (掳F) 100掳C 0.876 @ 20掳/20掳C.
Not applicable.
May Occur Will Not Occur
Percent Volatile
Boiling Point (掳F) 149掳C 100% X
by Volume (%)
Evaporation Rate
SECTION VII SPILL OR LEAK PROCEDURES
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg) 4 mm @ 20掳C =1)
( Butyl Acetate 0.42
Steps to be taken in case Wearing proper protective equipment and clothing, ventilate area.
Vapor Density (Air=1) 4.49
material is released or spilled Remove all sources of flame or sparks. Avoid flushing directly into
Solubility in Water 0.2% by weight at 20掳C. stream or sewer. Cover with dry lime or ash. Contained spills should
be recovered to the extent possible for proper waste disposal.
Appearance & Odor Water white liquid; pear or banana-like odor.
Discharge, treatment, or disposal may be subject to Federal, State or Local laws.
Waste Disposal Method
SECTION IV FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA These disposal guidelines are intended for the disposal of catalog-size quantities only.
Lower
Flammable Limits in Air Upper
Flash Point
23掳C (75掳F) TCC. If custom disposal service not available, large quantities may be burned in a combustion chamber by a competent engineer.
% by Volume
(Method Used) 1.1 7.5
Small quantities may be poured upon sand or dirt contained by a shallow pan and cautiously burned, local codes permitting.
Extinguisher
Carbon dioxide (CO2); Dry chemical (ABC) for small fires; Alcohol foam for large fires. SECTION VIII SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION
Media
Where high concentrations of vapors exists, all-purpose canister recommended.
Respiration Protection
(Specify Type) Work in ventilation hood. Wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
SPECIAL FIREFIGHTING
Local Exhaust Special
Recommended. No.
PROCEDURES Ventilation Recommended. No.
Mechanical (General) Other
Water in straight hose stream will scatter and spread fire and should not be used.
Protective Gloves Eye Protection
Rubber. Chemical safety glasses.
In fire conditions, wear a NIOSH/MSHA-approved self-contained breathing
Other Protective
apparatus and full protective clothing. Goggles, lab coat or apron, vented hood, proper gloves, fire extinguisher, eye wash station.
Equipment
(1993 EMERGENCY RESPONSE GUIDEBOOK, DOT P 5800.6, GUIDE PAGE NO. 26)
SECTION IX SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS
Precautions to be Taken
UNUSUAL FIRE AND Store in a cool dry, well-ventilated place. Keep from heat, sparks
in Handling & Storing
and flames. Wash thoroughly after handling.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS Dangerous, when exposed to heat or flame; when heated, it emits acrid fumes; Keep container tightly closed when not in use.
can react with oxidizing materials. Moderate explosion hazard when exposed to Read label on container before using. Do not wear contact lenses when working with chemicals.
Other Precautions
flame. Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash
Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor.
back.
Use with adequate ventilation. Remove and wash contaminated
clothing and shoes.
Autoignition temperature (680掳F) 359掳C.
For laboratory use only. Not for drug, food or household use. Keep out of reach of children.
Chemical Safety
Approved
Revision Date
No. 7 06/11/96 Michael Raszeja MR
Coordinator
D.O.T. AMYL ACETATES, 3, UN 1104, PG III The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information
gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use of these
Approved by U.S. Department of Labor "essentially similar" to form OSHA-20 materials and the safety and health of employees. * Hazardous Materials Industrial Standards. Printed on recycled paper.
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