1-PENTANOL
ICSC: 0535 |
n-Amyl alcohol n-Butyl carbinol n-Pentyl alcohol CH3(CH2)3CH2OH / C5H12O Molecular mass: 88.2 ICSC # 0535 | CAS # 71-41-0 RTECS # SB9800000 UN # 1105 EC # 603-006-00-7 July 04, 1997 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Flammable. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. | Alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Above 33°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | Above 33°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
EXPOSURE | PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | ||
INHALATION | Cough. Headache. Nausea. Dizziness. Drowsiness. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
EYES | Pain. Redness. Possible corneal damage. | 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 | Burning sensation. Vomiting (Further see Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours. | Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, and alkaline metals and alkaline-earth metals. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | Note: C Xn symbol R: 10-20-37-66 S: 2-46 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Packing Group: II | ||
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