Safety Data Sheet

ISOBUTANOL
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1. Product and Company Identification

Use: Chemical

Company BASF CORPORATION 100 Campus Drive Florham Park, NJ 07932, USA

24 Hour Emergency Response Information CHEMTREC: 1-800-424-9300 BASF HOTLINE: 1-800-832-HELP

Molecular formula: Chemical family: Synonyms:

C(4) H(10) O

alcohol, aliphatic
2-Methyl-1-Propanol

2. Hazards Identification
Emergency overview DANGER: FLAMMABLE LIQUID. RISK OF SERIOUS DAMAGE TO EYES. CAUSES SKIN IRRITATION. CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT IRRITATION. Ensure adequate ventilation. Wear a NIOSH-certified vapor respirator. Wear NIOSH-certified chemical goggles. Eye wash fountains and safety showers must be easily accessible.

State of matter: liquid Colour: clear Odour: mild Potential health effects Primary routes of exposure: Routes of entry for solids and liquids include eye and skin contact, ingestion and inhalation. Routes of entry for gases include inhalation and eye contact. Skin contact may be a route of entry for liquified gases. Acute toxicity: Of low toxicity after single ingestion. Of low toxicity after short-term skin contact. Virtually nontoxic by inhalation. If used as intended, this product is not expected to present a physical or health hazard. Irritation / corrosion: May cause severe damage to the eyes. Skin contact causes irritation. Assessment other acute effects:

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Causes temporary irritation of the respiratory tract. Possible narcotic effects (drowsiness or dizziness). Sensitization: Skin sensitizing effects were not observed in animal studies. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from products of a similar structure or composition. Chronic toxicity: Repeated dose toxicity: No substance-specific organotoxicity was observed after repeated administration of high doses to animals. No known chronic effects. Reproductive toxicity: The results of animal studies gave no indication of a fertility impairing effect.

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Teratogenicity: No indications of a developmental toxic / teratogenic effect were seen in animal studies.

Genotoxicity: The substance was not mutagenic in bacteria. The substance was not mutagenic in mammalian cell culture. The substance was not mutagenic in studies with mammals. Signs and symptoms of overexposure: Overexposure may cause:, coma, incoordination, headache, dizziness No data available. Potential environmental effects Terrestrial toxicity: Study scientifically not justified.

3. Composition / Information on Ingredients

CAS Number 78-83-1 Content (W/W) >= 99.5 % Chemical name Isobutanol

4. First-Aid Measures
General advice: Remove contaminated clothing. If inhaled: If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek medical attention. Remove the affected individual into fresh air and keep the person calm. Assist in breathing if necessary. If breathing difficulties develop, aid in breathing and seek immediate medical attention. If on skin: Wash affected areas thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention. If in eyes: In case of contact with the eyes, rinse immediately for at least 15 minutes with plenty of water. Seek medical attention. If swallowed: Rinse mouth and then drink plenty of water. Never induce vomiting or give anything by mouth if the victim is unconscious or having convulsions. Seek medical attention.

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5. Fire-Fighting Measures
Flash point: Autoignition: Lower explosion limit: Upper explosion limit: Flammability: Self-ignition temperature: 31 C 400 C 1.2 %(V) 10.9 %(V) Flammable. (DIN EN 22719; ISO 2719, closed cup) (DIN 51794) ( 100 C) Literature data. ( 100 C) Literature data. not self-igniting

Suitable extinguishing media: water spray, dry powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide Hazards during fire-fighting: Vapours may form explosive mixture with air. Cool endangered containers with water-spray. Risk of bursting. Burning produces harmful and toxic fumes. Protective equipment for fire-fighting: Firefighters should be equipped with self-contained breathing apparatus and turn-out gear. Further information: Collect contaminated extinguishing water separately, do not allow to reach sewage or effluent systems. Keep containers cool by spraying with water if exposed to fire. Foam should be applied in large quantities as it is broken down to some extent by the product. Impact Sensitivity: Remarks:

Based on the chemical structure there is no shock-sensitivity.

6. Accidental release measures

Personal precautions: Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Environmental precautions: Substance/product is RCRA hazardous due to its properties. Cleanup: Spills should be contained, solidified, and placed in suitable containers for disposal. For small amounts: Pick up with absorbent material (e.g. sand, sawdust, general-purpose binder). Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations. For large amounts: Pump off product.

7. Handling and Storage

Handling General advice: Use antistatic tools. Ensure adequate ventilation. Protection against fire and explosion: Prevent electrostatic charge - sources of ignition should be kept well clear - fire extinguishers should be kept handy.

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Containers should be grounded against electrostatic charge. Prevent electrostatic charge - sources of ignition should be kept well clear - fire extinguishers should be kept handy.

Storage General advice: Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed in a cool, well-ventilated place. Storage containers should be grounded.

8. Exposure Controls and Personal Protection

Advice on system design: Provide local exhaust ventilation to maintain recommended P.E.L. Personal protective equipment Respiratory protection: Observe OSHA regulations for respirator use (29 CFR 1910.134). Wear a NIOSH-certified (or equivalent) respirator as necessary. Hand protection: Chemical resistant protective gloves, Suitable materials, chloroprene rubber (Neoprene) Eye protection: Tightly fitting safety goggles (chemical goggles). Wear face shield if splashing hazard exists. General safety and hygiene measures: Work place should be equipped with a shower and an eye wash. Avoid inhalation of vapours/mists. Wear protective clothing as necessary to prevent contact.

9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Form: Odour: Colour: pH value: Melting point: Boiling point: Vapour pressure: Density: Relative density: Partitioning coefficient n-octanol/water (log Pow): Viscosity, dynamic: Particle size: liquid mild clear < -90 C 108 C 9.5 hPa 70.7 hPa 0.8017 g/cm3 0.8017 1 3.103 mPa.s ( 20 C) neutral (ASTM D97) ( 1,013 hPa) (OECD Guideline 103) ( 20 C) ( 50 C) ( 20 C) (DIN 51757) ( 20 C) (DIN 51757) ( 25 C) (OECD Guideline 117) ( 20 C) Literature data.

Solubility in water: Solubility (qualitative): Molar mass:

70 g/l soluble solvent(s): organic solvents, 74.12 g/mol

The substance / product is marketed or used in a non solid or granular form. ( 20 C)

10. Stability and Reactivity

Conditions to avoid: Avoid extreme heat. Avoid sources of ignition. Avoid electro-static discharge.

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Substances to avoid: strong oxidizing agents Hazardous reactions: The product is chemically stable. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents. Decomposition products: Hazardous decomposition products: No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Thermal decomposition: No decomposition if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated. Corrosion to metals: No corrosive effect on metal. Oxidizing properties: Based on its structural properties the product is not classified as oxidizing.

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11. Toxicological information

Acute toxicity Oral: Type of value: LD50 Species: rat (male/female) Value: 2,830 - 3,350 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 401) Inhalation: Type of value: LC50 Species: rat (male/female) Value: > 18.18 mg/l (other) Exposure time: 6 h Dermal: Type of value: LD50 Species: rabbit (male/female) Value: > 2,000 - 2,460 mg/kg (OECD Guideline 402) Irritation / corrosion Skin: Species: rabbit Result: Irritant. Method: OECD Guideline 404 The European Union (EU) has classified this substance with 'Irritating to skin' (R38). Eye: Species: rabbit Result: Risk of serious damage to eyes. Method: OECD Guideline 405 Sensitization: Guinea pig maximization test Species: guinea pig Result: Non-sensitizing. The product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from products of a similar structure or composition. Aspiration Hazard:

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No aspiration hazard expected. Experiences in humans: High concentrations have a narcotizing effect.

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12. Ecological Information

Fish Acute: Flow through. Pimephales promelas/LC50 (96 h): 1,430 mg/l The statement of the toxic effect relates to the analytically determined concentration. Chronic: Study scientifically not justified. Aquatic invertebrates Acute: ASTM E1193-97 static Daphnia pulex/EC50 (48 h): Nominal concentration.

1,100 mg/l

Chronic: semistatic Daphnia magna (NOEC) 21 d 20 mg/l Nominal concentration. Aquatic plants Toxicity to aquatic plants: OECD Guideline 201 static green algae/EC50 (72 h): 1,799 mg/l The statement of the toxic effect relates to the analytically determined concentration. Microorganisms Toxicity to microorganisms: DIN 38412 Part 8 aquatic bacterium/Toxic limit concentration (16 h):

280 mg/l

Degradability / Persistence Biological / Abiological Degradation Test method: OECD 301D; EEC 92/69, C.4-E (aerobic), other Method of analysis: BOD of the ThOD Degree of elimination: 70 - 80 % (28 d) Evaluation: Readily biodegradable (according to OECD criteria).

13. Disposal considerations

Waste disposal of substance: Dispose of in a RCRA-licensed facility. Do not discharge into waterways or sewer systems without proper authorization. Container disposal: Empty containers with less than 1 inch of residue may be landfilled at a licensed facility. Recommend crushing, puncturing or other means to prevent unauthorized use of used containers. If containers are not empty, they must be disposed of in a RCRA-licensed facility.

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RCRA: U140

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14. Transport Information

Land transport USDOT Hazard class: Packing group: ID number: Hazard label: Proper shipping name: 3 III UN 1212 3 ISOBUTANOL

Sea transport IMDG Hazard class: Packing group: ID number: Hazard label: Marine pollutant: Proper shipping name: 3 III UN 1212 3 NO ISOBUTANOL (ISOBUTYL ALCOHOL)

Air transport IATA/ICAO Hazard class: Packing group: ID number: Hazard label: Proper shipping name: 3 III UN 1212 3 ISOBUTANOL (ISOBUTYL ALCOHOL)

15. Regulatory Information

Federal Regulations Registration status: Chemical TSCA, US OSHA hazard category:

released / listed Chronic target organ effects reported; ACGIH TLV established; Skin and/or eye irritant; Flammable Liquid; Acute target organ effects reported; OSHA PEL established

EPCRA 311/312 (Hazard categories): Reportable Quantity for release: 5,000 lb

Acute; Chronic; Fire; Sudden release of pressure

State regulations State RTK MA, NJ, PA CAS Number 78-83-1 Chemical name Isobutanol

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16. Other Information

Recommended use: for industrial use only NFPA Hazard codes: Health : 2 Fire: 3 HMIS III rating Health: 2

Reactivity:

Special:

Flammability:

Physical hazard: 0

NFPA and HMIS use a numbering scale ranging from 0 to 4 to indicate the degree of hazard. A value of zero means that the substance possesses essentially no hazard; a rating of four indicates extreme danger. Although similar, the two rating systems are intended for different purposes, and use different criteria. The NFPA system was developed to provide an on-the-spot alert to the hazards of a material, and their severity, to emergency responders. The HMIS system was designed to communicate workplace hazard information to employees who handle hazardous chemicals.

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