n-BUTYL MERCAPTAN
ICSC: 0018 |
1-Butanethiol Butyl mercaptan Thiobutyl alcohol C4H10S / CH3(CH2)3SH Molecular mass: 90.2 ICSC # 0018 | CAS # 109-79-5 RTECS # EK6300000 UN # 2347 December 04, 2000 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Highly flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. | Alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
EXPOSURE | STRICT HYGIENE! | ||
INHALATION | Weakness. Confusion. Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Shortness of breath. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Redness. Pain. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. | Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | (See Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area! Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. | Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, acids. | Marine pollutant. UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: II | ||
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n-BUTYL MERCAPTAN | ICSC: 0018 |
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ENVIRONMENTAL | The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. | |||
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Card has been partly updated in October 2004. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.
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