ISOBUTYL NITRITE
ICSC: 1651 |
Nitrous acid, 2-methylpropyl ester Nitrous acid, isobutyl ester C4H9NO2 / (CH3)2CHCH2NO2 Molecular mass: 103.1 ICSC # 1651 | CAS # 542-56-3 RTECS # RA0805000 UN # 1992 EC # 007-017-00-2 April 05, 2006 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. | Dry 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 | AVOID ALL CONTACT! | ||
INHALATION | Sore throat. Headache. Dizziness. Blue lips or finger nails. Blue skin. Nausea. Confusion. Convulsions. Unconsciousness. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes). | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | |
EYES | Safety spectacles. | Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). | |
INGESTION | (See Inhalation). | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. 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. | Fireproof. Separated from acids. Well closed. | Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Note: E F symbol T symbol R: 11-20/22-45-68 S: 53-45 UN Hazard Class: 3 UN Subsidiary Risks: 6.1 UN Packing Group: III Signal: Danger Flame-Skull-Health haz Highly flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if swallowed Toxic if inhaled vapour Suspected of causing cancer Causes damage to blood | ||
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
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