International Chemical Safety Cards

sec-AMYL ACETATE ICSC: 0219

sec-AMYL ACETATE
2-Pentyl acetate
Acetic acid, 2-pentyl ester
1-Methylbutyl acetate
C7H14O2/CH3COOCH(CH3)C3H7
Molecular mass: 130.2
CAS # 626-38-0
RTECS # AJ2100000
ICSC # 0219
UN # 1104
EC # 607-130-00-2
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Flammable.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
AFFF, alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 32°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 32°C use a closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE


  • INHALATION
    		• Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Sore throat.
    		Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest.
  • SKIN
    		• Dry skin. Redness.
    		Protective gloves.
    		Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
  • EYES
    		• Redness.
    		Face shield.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION
    		• Nausea. Sore throat (further see Inhalation).
    		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
    		Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink.
    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    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.
    		Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong acids, strong alkalis. Do not store with plastics.

    R: 10
    S: (2-)23
    Note: C
    UN Hazard Class: 3
    UN Packing Group: III
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0219 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993 No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and IDLH values.

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    sec-AMYL ACETATE ICSC: 0219

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:
     The vapour is heavier than air.

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:
     Reacts violently with strong acids, strong oxidants, strong alkalis. Attacks many plastics.

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV: 125 ppm; 665 mg/m3 (as TWA) (ACGIH 1993-1994).
    OSHA PEL: TWA 125 ppm (650 mg/m3)
    NIOSH REL: TWA 125 ppm (650 mg/m3)
    NIOSH IDLH: 1000 ppm


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour.

    INHALATION RISK:
     A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
     The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Exposure at high levels may result in lowering of consciousness.

    EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
     The liquid defats the skin.
    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 130-131°C
    Melting point: -148°C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.86
    Solubility in water: poor
    Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.93
    		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.5
    Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.03
    Flash point: 32°C c.c.
    Auto-ignition temperature: 380°C
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.0-7.5
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect.
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-581
    NFPA Code: H 1; F 3; R 0;
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0219 sec-AMYL ACETATE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1993
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