Brammer and Strachan Rd, Germiston, Gauteng, South Africa
P.O.Box 14075, Wadeville 1422
Tel: +27 (11) 873 0157; Fax: +27 (11) 873 8480
e-mail: triangle@global.co.za; www.trianglesolvents.co.za
SAFETY DATA SHEET
BUTYL ALCOHOL
TRADE NAME:
SABUTOL
SYNONYM:
BUTYL ALCOHOL & PENTYL ALCOHOL
COMMON NAME:
New Heights 390 (Pty) Ltd registration no 2000/023987/07 trading as Triangle Solvents
Material Safety Data Sheet
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification
Common Name SABUTOL 2051
Code
15
MSDS#
Sasol Solvents
Supplier
Private Bag X55 TSCA 8(b) inventory TSCA inventory:
Saxonwold
2132 Product(s): n-Butanol,
South Africa Pentanol-3, Pentan-2-ol,
TEL: (011) 280-0000 sec-Butyl alcohol
Validation Date 8/10/2000
Not available.
Synonym
8/10/2000
Print Date
SABUTOL
Trade name Prepared by Lehlohonolo B Mothebe
Coatings: Paints, lacquer thinners, liquid printing inks, flexographic
Material Uses
printing and dyes in the foundry industry.
CALL:
In Case of
LOCAL: 0800 11 28 90
SSF
Manufacturer Emergency
INTERNATIONAL: +27 17 610
Private Bag X1000
4444
Secunda
2302
TEL: (017) 610-1111
Section 2. Composition and Information on Ingredients
CAS #
Name % by Weight Exposure Limits
1) n-Butanol 71-36-3 65-69 TWA: 50 (ppm)
2) Isobutyl alcohol 78-83-1 5-12 TWA: 50 CEIL: 75 (ppm)
TWA: 150 CEIL: 225 (mg/m3)
TWA: 100 STEL: 450 (mg/m3) [1993]
3) Pentanol-3 75-85-4 0-4
TWA: 100 (ppm) from OEL. [1993]
4) Pentan-2-ol 6032-29-7 15-20 TWA: 100 (ppm) from OSHA [1994]
TWA: 100 STEL: 125 (ppm) from NIOSH [1992]
5) sec-Butyl alcohol 78-92-2 0-1 TWA: 150 (ppm)
TWA: 450 (mg/m3)
6) All the constituents of this material are listed
on the Australian Inventory of Chemical
Substances.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Liquid.
Physical State and
Appearance
Hazardous according to criterial of the National Occupational Health and Safety Commission (NOHSC)
Emergency Overview
Classified as dangerous goods under the criteria of the Australian Dangerous Goods Code (ADG) code for
transport by road or rail.
Xn Harmful
Xi Irritant
R10 Flammable
R20 Harmful by inhalation
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
Class: 3 Flammable Liquid.
Poisons Schedule (Australia): Not applicable.
Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and clothing. Do not ingest. Keep
container closed. Use only with adequate ventilation. Wash thoroughly after handling.
Routes of Entry Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Potential Acute Health Effects
Eyes Very hazardous in case of eye contact (irritant). Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness,
watering, itching, blurred vision and inflammation of the cornea.
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Skin Sensitization of the product: Not available.
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator). Severe over-exposure can result in death. Skin
inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Inhalation Extremely hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). May be fatal if inhaled.
Ingestion Very hazardous in case of ingestion. May be fatal if swallowed.
Potential Chronic Health CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 4 (Probably not for human.) by IARC [sec-Butyl alcohol].
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Effects
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Medical Conditions Persons with pre-existing eye, skin, respiratory, blood and neurological diseases (especially those affecting
Aggravated by Overexposure: the EAR) might be at risk from butanol exposure.
Overexposure Mild CNS depressant. Vapour may cause headaches, nausea, dizziness, drowsiness, incoordination and
confusion. High vapour concentrations may cause unconsciousness and death. Causes skin and eye
/Signs/Symptoms
irritation.
NOTE: Aspiration hazard. May be aspired into the lungs during ingestion or vomiting. (n-Butanol).
See Toxicological Information (section 11)
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Check for and remove any contact lenses. IMMEDIATELY flush eyes with running water for at least 15
Eye Contact
minutes, keeping eyelids open. COLD water may be used. DO NOT use an eye ointment. Seek medical
attention.
After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated
Skin contact (slight)
skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and
groin. COLD water may be used. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. If irritation persists, seek medical
attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical
Skin contact (hazardous)
attention.
Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.
Inhalation (slight)
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
Inhalation (hazardous)
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek medical attention.
DO NOT induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a
Ingestion (slight)
possible indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive.
Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
No additional information.
Ingestion (hazardous)
Support respiratory and cardiovascular function.
Notes to Physician
Section 5. Fire Fighting Measures
Flammable.
Flammability of the Product
343癈 (649.4癋)
Auto-ignition Temperature
CLOSED CUP: 32癈 (89.6癋).
Flash Points
LOWER: 1.4% UPPER: 11.2%
Flammable Limits
These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Products of Combustion
Highly flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of oxidizing materials.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Flammable in presence of heat, of reducing materials, of combustible materials.
Various Substances
Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence Highly explosive in presence of open flames and sparks.
Slightly explosive in presence of oxidizing materials.
of Various Substances
Non-explosive in presence of shocks.
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Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water.
Fire Fighting Media
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemicals, CO2, alcohol foam or water spray.
and Instructions
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to
prevent pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.
Protective Clothing (Fire) Wear MSHA/NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus or equivalent and full protective gear.
Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Vapors may spread along ground and collect in low or
Special Remarks on Fire
confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks).
Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. May polymerize explosively when heated or involved in fire.
Runoff to sewer may create fire or explosion hazard. Containers may explode if heated.
Hazards
Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert DRY material and place in an appropriate waste
Small Spill and Leak
disposal container.
Flammable liquid.
Large Spill and Leak
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. DO NOT touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers,
basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Be careful that the product is
not present at a concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep locked up. DO NOT ingest. Do not breathe gas, fumes, vapor or spray. In case of insufficient
Handling
ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the
container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing
agents, reducing agents.
Flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat.
Storage
Keep away from sources of ignition. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Ground all equipment containing material. A refrigerated room would be preferable for materials with a flash
point lower than 37.8癈 (100癋).
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below
Engineering Controls
their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection
Eyes Splash goggles.
Body Lab coat.
Respiratory Vapor and dust respirator. Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator or equivalent. Wear
appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate.
Hands Gloves.
Feet Not applicable.
Protective Clothing
(Pictograms)
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid
inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE
a Large Spill
handling this product.
Exposure Limits
Product Name
1) n-Butanol TWA: 50 (ppm)
2) Isobutyl alcohol TWA: 50 CEIL: 75 (ppm)
TWA: 150 CEIL: 225 (mg/m3)
TWA: 100 STEL: 450 (mg/m3) [1993]
3) Pentanol-3
TWA: 100 (ppm) from OEL. [1993]
4) Pentan-2-ol TWA: 100 (ppm) from OSHA [1994]
TWA: 100 STEL: 125 (ppm) from NIOSH [1992]
5) sec-Butyl alcohol TWA: 150 (ppm)
TWA: 450 (mg/m3)
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TWA: 450 (mg/m )
6) All the constituents of this material are listed
on the Australian Inventory of Chemical
Substances.
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State and Appearance Liquid. Alcohol like. (Slight.)
Odor
Taste Not available.
Not applicable.
Molecular Weight
Clear, colourless. (Light.)
Color
Not applicable.
Molecular Formula
7 [Neutral.]
pH (1% Soln/Water)
117癈 (242.6癋)
Boiling/Condensation Point
-89癈 (-128.2癋)
Melting/Freezing Point
The lowest known value is 289.8癈 (553.6癋) (n-Butanol).
Critical Temperature
0.81 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
Vapor Pressure The highest known value is 8.8 mm of Hg (@ 20癈) (Isobutyl alcohol). Weighted average: 3.98 mm of Hg
(@ 20癈)
The highest known value is 3.04 (Air = 1) (Pentanol-3). Weighted average: 2.65 (Air = 1)
Vapor Density
100% (v/v). (n-Butanol.) 100% (w/w). ( n-Butanol.)
Volatility
The highest known value is 40 ppm (Isobutyl alcohol) Weighted average: 26.78 ppm
Odor Threshold
0.45 (n-Butanol). [Butyl acetate.]
Evaporation Rate
100 (%)
VOC
The highest known value is 36.1 cP (n-Butanol) Weighted average: 35.16 cP
Viscosity
The product is equally soluble in oil and water.
LogKow
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
Dispersion Properties See solubility in water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol.
Easily soluble in methanol, diethyl ether.
Solubility
Soluble in hot water.
Partially soluble in cold water, n-octanol.
Physical Chemical Comments No additional remark.
Section 10. Stability and Reactivity
The product is stable.
Stability and Reactivity
Sparks, open flames, heat and other ignition sources.
Conditions of Instability
Attacks some forms of rubber, platics and coatings. Highly reactive with oxidizing agents, reducing agents.
Incompatibility with Various
Slightly reactive with organic materials, acids, alkalis.
Substances
When heated emits acrid smoke and fumes. Usually carbon monoxide is released.
Hazardous Decomposition
Products
Will not occur.
Hazardous Polymerization
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Section 11. Toxicological Information
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE.
Toxicity to Animals
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 790 mg/kg [Rat]. (n-Butanol).
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 5300 mg/kg [Rabbit]. (n-Butanol).
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 8000 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat.]. (n-Butanol).
Chronic Effects on Humans The substance is toxic to the lungs, nervous system, skin, eyes, kidneys and liver.
Exposure to n-Butanol has been reported to cause auditory nerve and vestibular (hearing impairment, middle
part of the ear) injury in some workers exposed to concentrations of 80 ppm in combination with unprotected
noise exposure for and extended period of time (3-11 years).
Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Other Toxic Effects on
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer).
Humans
Special Remarks on Toxicity to No additional remark.
Animals
Special Remarks on Chronic Can cause gastrointestinal disturbances. (n-Butanol)
Effects on Humans
Exposure can cause nausea, headache and vomiting. (n-Butanol)
Special Remarks on Other
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Not available.
Biodegradable/OECD
Not available.
Mobility
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products
may arise.
The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Toxicity of the Products of
Biodegradation
No additional remark.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Follow all applicable Federal, State, Provincial and Local regulations regarding waste management methods.
Waste Information
Thw recommended disposal method for this product is: Incineration.
Not available.
Waste Stream
Consult your local or regional authorities.
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.
DOT Classification
ALCOHOLS N.O.S. (n-Butanol)
UN1987
II
Marine Pollutant Not available.
Hazardous Substances Not available.
Reportable Quantity
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No additional remark.
Special Provisions for
Transport
TDG CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.
TDG Classification
ADR CLASS 3: Flammable liquid A.
ADR/RID Classification
IMDG CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.
IMO/IMDG Classification
IATA CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.
ICAO/IATA Classification
Section 15. Regulatory Information
HCS CLASS: Flammable liquid having a flash point lower than 37.8癈 (100癋).
HCS Classification
HCS CLASS: Irritating substance.
HCS CLASS: Target organ effects.
TSCA inventory: n-Butanol; Pentanol-3; Pentan-2-ol; sec-Butyl alcohol;
U.S. Federal Regulations
Clean water act (CWA) 307: No products were found.
Clean water act (CWA) 311: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 accidental release prevention: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated flammable substances: No products were found.
Clean air act (CAA) 112 regulated toxic substances: No products were found.
International Regulations
WHMIS CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8癈 (100癋).
WHMIS (Canada)
WHMIS CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
CEPA toxic substances (schedule 1):
Product(s): n-Butanol
CEPA DSL:
Product(s): Pentanol-3, Pentan-2-ol, sec-Butyl alcohol
Not available.
EINECS
R10- Flammable.
DSCL (EEC)
R20- Harmful by inhalation.
R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
No products were found.
International Lists
Pennsylvania RTK: n-Butanol; Pentanol-3; Pentan-2-ol; sec-Butyl alcohol;
State Regulations
Florida: n-Butanol; Pentanol-3; Pentan-2-ol; sec-Butyl alcohol;
Massachusetts RTK: n-Butanol; Pentanol-3; Pentan-2-ol; sec-Butyl alcohol;
California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute:
n-Butanol;
Section 16. Other Information
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR, VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE.
Label Requirements
MAY BE HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED OR INHALED.
CONTAINS MATERIAL WHICH CAN CAUSE SPECIFIC ORGAN OR SYSTEM DAMAGE: (kidneys, lungs,
the nervous system, liver, skin, eyes).
Causes severe eye irritation.
Causes severe skin irritation.
CAUSES RESPIRATORY TRACT BURNS.
Hazardous Material * 1 National Fire
Health
Fire Hazard
3
Information System Protection Association
3
Flammability
(U.S.A.) (U.S.A.) 1 0
Health Reactivity
0
Reactivity
Specific Hazard
j
Personal Protection
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References - LOLI Database: The regulated Chemicals List of Lists.
- CHEMINFO: Canadian Centre for Occupational Health and Safety, Issue: 97-3 (August, 1997).- BDH; Hazard Data
Disk, Version 3.- CESARS: Chemical Evaluation and Retrieval System, Produced by: Ontario Ministry of
Environment and Michigan Department of Natural Resouces, Issue:97-3 (August, 1997).- TOMES Plus System:
Toxicology, Occupational Medicine & Environmental Series: incorporating:- MEDITEX, HAZARDTEXT, 1st Medical
Response Protocols, INFOTEXT, HSDB, CHRIS, OHM/TADS, IRIS, NIOSH Pocket Guide, RTECS, NJ Fact
Sheets, North American Emergency Response Guides, REPROTEXT, REPROTOX, TERIS, Shepard's Catalog of
Teratogenic Agents.
Other Special No additional remark.
Considerations
Validated by Lehlohonolo B Mothebe on 8/10/2000. Verified by Dr Thembakazi Mali.
Printed 8/10/2000.
CALL:
LOCAL: 0800 11 28 90
INTERNATIONAL: +27 17 610 4444
Notice to Reader
This MSDS summarises at the date of issue our best knowledge of the health, safety and environmental hazard information related to the product, and in particular how to safely
handle, use, store and transport the product in the workplace. Since SASOL and its subsidiaries cannot anticipate or control the conditions under which the product may be handled,
used, stored or transported, each user must, prior to usage, review this MSDS in the context of how the user intends to handle, use, store or transport the product in the workplace and
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