MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

Product Name: n-Butyl Acetate

Catalog Number: 60806

DOT Hazard Class: 3 (Flammable Liquid)

DOT Proper Shipping Name: Butyl Acetates

UN/NA ID No.: UN1123

MSDS Updated: 8/12/02

Distributed By: Ladd Research

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HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS

CAS Number Percent Exposure Limits

n-Butyl Acetate 123-86-4 >98% 150 ppm (OSHA PEL)

150 ppm (ACGIH TLV)

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL DATA

Appearance and Odor: Colorless liquid with fruity odor.

Boiling Point: 127EC

Vapor Pressure: 13 mm Hg @ 68EF

Vapor Density: 4.00 (air = 1)

Specific Gravity: 0.882

Evaporation Rate: 1.0 (n-butyl acetate = 1)

FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA

Flash Point: 27.2EC (Tag Closed Cup)

Lower Explosive Limit: 3.0

Extinguishing Media: Use carbon dioxide, alcohol foam or dry chemical. Cool fire exposed containers with water spray.

Special Fire Fighting Procedures: Wear fire fighting protective equipment and a NIOSH-approved self contained breathing apparatus operated in a positive pressure mode.

Unusual Fire and Explosion Hazards: Vapor is heavier than air and can travel considerable distance to a source of ignition and flash back.

HEALTH HAZARD DATA

Primary Route(s) of Entry: Inhalation

Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation and CNS effects, unconsciousness and even death.

Ingestion: May cause GI irritation, vomiting and diarrhea.

Eye: Can cause severe irritation and blurred vision.

Skin: Can cause defatting.

EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID

Ingestion: If conscious, drink 2 glasses of water and induce vomiting. Call physician.

Inhalation: Remove from exposure. Provide CPR/oxygen if needed.

Eye: Flush with water for 15 minutes. Hold eye lids open. Call physician if irritation persists.

Skin: Flush skin with plenty water. Call physician if irritation persists.

REACTIVITY DATA

Stability: Stable

Conditions to Avoid: High heat, sparks, open flames and other sources of ignition.

Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, strong mineral acids, strong bases

Hazardous Decomposition Products: May emit oxides of carbon.

Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.

SPILL, DISPOSAL AND STORAGE INFORMATION

Spill: Eliminate sources of ignition. Ventilate area. Remove spill with pump or with non-flammable absorbent such as sand or clay. Place in container for disposal. Prevent liquid from entering sewers, waterways or low areas.

Disposal: Ensure conformity with government disposal regulations.

Storage: Store in tightly closed containers in flammable liquid storage room/cabinet. Avoid excessive heat.

PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT AND CONTROL MEASURES

Respiratory: If levels exceed the recommended standards, wear a NIOSH approved organic vapor respirator.

Ventilation: Mechanical ventilation to maintain exposure below TLV’s.

Gloves: Natural rubber, neoprene

Eye: Safety glasses/face shield

SECTION 313 SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION

This chemical is subject to the reporting requirements of SARA Title III.

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