Material Safety Data Sheet
WHMIS Personal Protection TDG Road/Rail
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Section I. Product Identification and Uses
Common/Trade Fusel Oil
name
Synonyms Not available. CAS # Mixture.
DSL Ingredients are listed on the
Chemical family Alcohol
DSL.
Supplier Husky Oil Marketing Company Manufacturer Husky Oil Marketing
Box 6525 Station 'D' Company
Calgary, Alberta Box 6525 Station 'D'
T2P 3G7 Calgary, Alberta
(403) 298-6111 T2P 3G7
(403) 298-6111
Material uses For use in the manufacture of explosives. Missing
pictogram
Section 2. First Aid Measures
Eye contact Flush eyes for at least 15 minutes with clean water. Patch lightly, allowing drainage. Seek medical
attention.
Skin contact Remove contaminated clothing. Wash skin thoroughly with soap and water. Seek medical attention if
irritation develops.
Inhalation Protect rescuer. Move exposed person to fresh air. If breathing has stopped apply artificial respiration.
Seek medical attention.
Ingestion If swallowed, do not induce vomiting or give liquids. Seek immediate medical attention.
Section 3. Hazardous Ingredients
Exposure Limits
TWA TWA STEL STEL CEIL CEIL
Name CAS # % by
(ppm) (Mg/M3) (ppm) (Mg/M3) (ppm) (Mg/M3)
Weight
Isoamyl alcohol 123-51-3 100 361 125 452 n/av n/av 62
Isobutanol 78-83-1 50 n/av n/av n/av n/av n/av 13
2-methyl 1-butanol 137-32-6 n/av n/av n/av n/av n/av n/av 13
Propanol 71-23-8 100 249 n/av n/av n/av n/av 4
Ethanol 64-17-5 1000 1880 n/av n/av n/av n/av 4
Toxicity values of the Isoamyl alcohol:
hazardous ingredients ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1300 mg/kg [Rat]. 4000 mg/kg [female rat]. 3440 mg/kg [Rabbit].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 3220 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Isobutanol :
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2460 mg/kg [Rat]. 3000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 3400 mg/kg [Rabbit].
2-methyl 1-butanol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4010 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 2889 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Propanol :
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1870 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 4000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Ethanol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 7060 mg/kg [Rat.]. 5560 mg/kg [Guinea pig].
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Section 4. Physical Data
Physical state and Liquid.
appearance
Odor Alcohol.
pH (1% soln/water) Not available
Odor threshold 0.031-41 ppm propanol, 0.007 - 0.12 ppm isoamyl alcohol, 0.120 ppm 2 methyl-1-butanol, 180
ppm (Ethanol)
Evaporation rate Not available.
Freezing point Not available.
Boiling point 80癈 (176癋)
Specific gravity 0.8 (Water = 1)
Volatility Not available.
Vapor density >1 (Air = 1)
Vapor pressure Not available.
Water/oil dist. coeff. The product is much more soluble in oil.
Solubility Easily soluble in cold water, hot water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol, acetone.
Molecular Weight Not applicable.
Melting Point May start to solidify at -70癈 (-94癋) based on data for: 2-methyl 1-butanol. Weighted average: -
109.71癈 (-165.5癋)
Density Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Auto-ignition 422癈 (791.6癋)
temperature
Flash points CLOSED CUP: 13癈 (55.4癋).
Flammable limits LOWER: 1% UPPER: 13%
Extinguishing Media Use DRY chemicals, CO2, alcohol foam or polymer foam to extinguish fire. Water may not be an
effective medium to extinguish fire as it may not cool the product below its flash point. Fire fighting
foams are the extinguishing agent of choice for most flammable liquid fires however, alchohols are
water-soluble and will break down the common foams. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order
to prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.
Special fire fighting Use supplied air or self contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) for large fires or for fires in enclosed
areas.
procedures
Flammability Flammable liquid. Released vapours may form flammable/explosive mixtures at or above the flash
point. Vapours may travel considerable distances to ignition sources and cause a flash fire. All
storage containers and pumping equipment must be grounded.
Remark
No additional remark.
Risks of explosion At temperatures above the flash point, this material is sensitive to static discharge. This product is
not sensitive to mechanical impact.
Remark
No additional remark.
Section 6. Reactivity Data
Stability The product is stable.
Hazardous decomp. Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide and irritant fumes and gases .
products
Reactivity Incompatible material: Strong acids, strong oxidizers, anhydrides, hydrogen trisulphide, chlorine.
Hazardous polymerization: Will not occur.
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Remark
No additional remark.
Section 7. Toxicological Properties
Routes of entry Skin contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
TLV Isoamyl alcohol
TWA: 100 ppm, STEL: 125 (ppm) from ACGIH
Isobutanol
TWA: 50 ppm from ACGIH
Propanol
TWA: 100 ppm from ACGIH
Ethanol
TWA: 1000 ppm from ACGIH
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Toxicity to animals Isoamyl alcohol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1300 mg/kg [Rat]. 4000 mg/kg [female rat]. 3440 mg/kg [Rabbit].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 3220 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Isobutanol :
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2460 mg/kg [Rat]. 3000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 3400 mg/kg [Rabbit].
2-methyl 1-butanol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4010 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 2889 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Propanol :
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 1870 mg/kg [Rat].
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 4000 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Ethanol:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 7060 mg/kg [Rat.]. 5560 mg/kg [Guinea pig].
Remark
No additional remark.
Chronic effects The ingestion of alcohol based compounds during pregnancy can cause significant harmful effects in
unborn children. The ingestion of alcoholic products may result in liver and kidney disease or brain
damage. Ethanol has been shown to produce mutagenic effects in live animals. Propanol has shown
to produce reproductive toxicity, including reduced fertility in male rats.
Remark
No additional remark.
Acute effects Sensitizing Capabiltiy: No effects known. Irritancy: Skin, eye and upper respiratory tract irritant.
Ingestion Pulmonary aspiration hazard if swallowed and vomiting occurs. Ingestion may result in central nervous
system effects such as headache, dizziness blurred vision, fatigue, unconsciousness and death.
Skin Direct skin exposure may result in mild to moderate skin irritation.
Eyes 150 ppm (isoamyl alcohol) product vapours are mildly irritating to the eyes. Higher vapour
concentratons or direct contact with liquid product can be severely irritating.
At concentrations exceeding the exposure limit, mists and vapours are irritating to the respiratory tract
Inhalation
and may cause central nervous system effects including headache, dizziness, blurred vision, loss of
appetite and loss of consiousness.
Remark
No additional remark.
Synergistic materials Synergistic effects between ethanol and many chemicals have been related to the ingestion of ethanol.
Occupational exposures are anticipated to be much lower and therefore the effects would be
substantially reduced. Synergistic materials include many alcohols, chlorinated solvents, ketones,
hydrocarbons, and metals.
Section 8. Preventive Measures
Waste disposal Dispose of in accordance with all federal, provincial and local regulations.
Storage Keep away from all ignition sources. Maintain temperature below the flash point.
Ventilation In poorly ventilated areas, provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne
concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit values.
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Spill and leak Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Eliminate all ignition sources. Stop leak if without risk. Contain spill
and absorb with inert absorbent. Large spills should be removed with explosion proof vacuum
equipment. Large pools may be covered with foam to prevent vapour evolution. Comply with federal,
provincial, and local requirements for spill notification.
Section 9. Classification/Regulatory Information
TDG road / TDG CLASS 3: Flammable liquid with a flash point less than or equal to 60.5癈 (140.9癋). Closed cup test
method.
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Shipping name: Shipping Name: Fusel oil UN1201
Remark
No additional remark.
WHMIS CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8癈 (100癋).
CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
WHMIS CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC - eye irritant)).
Remark
No additional remark.
Other This product is on the Domestic Substances List (DSL).
TSCA (Toxic Substance Control Act): This product is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
Refer to federal, provincial, and local legislation for further requirements.
Section 10. Protective Clothing
Eye Non-vented chemical goggles to protect against splashing of product into the eyes and to prevent eye
irritation from mists and vapours.
Impervious gloves and clothing should be worn as appropriate to protect against skin contact. Butyl rubber,
Skin
neoprene or nitrile material is suggested.
Respiratory protection may be required in poorly ventilated areas. Air supplied respirators or positive
Respiratory
pressure self contained breathing apparatus are recommended when atmospheric concentrations of alcohol
vapours or mists are likely to exceed the occupational exposure limits.
As required by the situation according to your companies policies and procedures. Contact your supervisor
Other
for direction.
Section 11. Preparation Information
References Provisional Domestic Substances List, Canadian Ennvironmental Protection Act, Volume 1-Registry Number
Index, April 1990; Environment Canada. -SAX, N.I. Dangerous Properties of Industrial Materials. Toronto,
Van Nostrand Reinold, 6e ed. 1984. CCOHS (Chem advi). CCOHS(Cheminfo). Doccumentation of the
Threshold Limit Values and Biological Exposure Indices (ACGIH)
Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards (NIOSH). Transportation of Dangerous Goods Shedule II List II
MSDS Status
Acronyms: TLV = Threshold Limit Value N/AP = Not applicable N/AV = Not Available COC = Cleveland Open Cup PMCC =
Pensky Martens Closed Cup
Validated by Husky Corporate Hygiene on 3/19/2009. Verified by Husky Corporate
Hygiene.
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Supersedes: 03/19/2003 Printed 3/9/2009.
Emergency Phone # 403-262-2111
While the company believes the data set forth herein are accurate as of the date hereof, the company makes no
warranty with respect thereto and expressly disclaims all liability for reliance thereon. Such data are offered solely
for your consideration, investigation and verification.
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