Methyl Isobutyl Carbinol
Material Safety Data Sheet
Arkema Inc.
1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
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Arkema Inc.
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Product Name Methyl Isobutyl Carbinol
Product Synonym(s)
Chemical Family
Chemical Formula C6H14O
Chemical Name 4-Methylpentan-2-Ol
EPA Reg Num
Product Use Organic synthesis
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Name CAS RegistryNumber Typical Wt. % OSHA
Methyl isobutyl carbinol 108-11-2 100% Y
The substance(s) marked with a "Y" in the OSHA column, are identified as hazardous chemicals according to the
criteria of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
This material is classified as hazardous under Federal OSHA regulation.
The components of this product are all on the TSCA Inventory list.
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
Colorless liquid with pleasant odor.
WARNING!
FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR.
MAY CAUSE EYE IRRITATION.
PROLONGED OR REPEATED CONTACT MAY DRY SKIN AND CAUSE IRRITATION.
MAY CAUSE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM EFFECTS
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation and skin contact are expected to be the primary routes of occupational exposure to this material. Based on
single exposure animal tests, it is considered to be slightly toxic if swallowed or absorbed through skin, practically non-
toxic if inhaled, slightly irritating to skin and moderately irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. Prolonged or
repeated contact may remove oils from the skin and may dry skin and cause irritation, redness and rash. High vapor
concentrations may be irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract, and may result in central nervous system (CNS)
effects such as headache, dizziness, nausea, drowsiness and, in severe exposures, loss of consciousness.
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4 FIRST AID MEASURES
IF IN EYES, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical attention.
IF ON SKIN, immediately flush with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical
attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
IF SWALLOWED, do NOT induce vomiting. Give water to drink. Get medical attention immediately. NEVER
GIVE ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON.
IF INHALED, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Get medical attention.
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire and Explosive Properties
Auto-Ignition Temperature 858 F (460 C)
Flash Point 41 C Flash Point Method
Flammable Limits- Upper 5.5%
1%
Lower
Extinguishing Media
Use water spray, carbon dioxide, foam. Do NOT use water in form of a jet.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Use water spray to cool containers exposed to fire. Fire fighters and others who may be exposed to products of
combustion should wear full fire fighting turn out gear (full Bunker Gear) and self-contained breathing apparatus
(pressure demand NIOSH approved or equivalent). Fire fighting equipment should be thoroughly
decontaminated after use.
Fire and Explosion Hazards
Heated material can form flammable and explosive vapors with air. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and
flash back.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
In Case of Spill or Leak
Extinguish or turn off all ignition sources. Contain spill with inert materials. Collect with non-sparking tools to
a suitable container. Flush with water. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment as indicated in
section 8 of this MSDS. Consult a regulatory specialist to determine appropriate state or local reporting
requirements, for assistance in waste characterization and/or hazardous waste disposal and other
requirements listed in pertinent environmental permits.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Avoid breathing vapor. Do not get in eyes, on skin or clothing. Do not taste or swallow. Wash thoroughly
after handling. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Keep container closed. Use only with adequate
ventilation. Use grounding and bonding connection when transferring material to prevent static discharges,
fire or explosion. Emptied container retains vapor and product residue. Observe all labeled safeguards until
container is cleaned, reconditioned or destroyed. DO NOT CUT OR WELD ON OR NEAR THIS
CONTAINER.
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7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Storage
Store in well ventilated area away from heat and sources of ignition such as flame, sparks and static
electricity. Ensure that all storage and handling equipment is properly rated, grounded and installed to satisfy
electrical classification requirements. Static electricity may accumulate and create a fire hazard. All storage
containers, including containers such as drums, cylinders and IBC's, must be bonded and grounded during
filling and emptying operations. Store away from oxidizers and reactive materials. Keep container tightly
closed. Observe all federal, state and local regulations and National Fire Protection Association (NFPA)
Codes which pertain to the specific local conditions of storage and use, including OSHA 29 CFR 1910.106
and NFPA 30, 70, 77, and 497. Store separate from oxidizers Store out of direct sunlight in a cool, well-
ventilated place. Store at temperatures below 30 C.
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls
Investigate engineering techniques to reduce exposures below airborne exposure limits. Provide ventilation
if necessary to control exposure levels below airborne exposure limits (see below). If practical, use local
mechanical exhaust ventilation at sources of air contamination such as open process equipment.
Eye / Face Protection
Where there is potential for eye contact, wear chemical goggles and have eye flushing equipment available.
Skin Protection
Wear appropriate chemical resistant protective clothing and chemical resistant gloves to prevent skin
contact. Consult glove manufacturer to determine appropriate type glove material for given application.
Wear face shield and chemical resistant clothing such as a rubber apron when splashing may occur. Rinse
contaminated skin promptly. Wash contaminated clothing and clean protective equipment before reuse.
Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
Respiratory Protection
Avoid breathing vapor or mist. When airborne exposure limits are exceeded (see below), use NIOSH
approved respiratory protection equipment appropriate to the material and/or its components. Consult
respirator manufacturer to determine appropriate type equipment for given application. Observe respirator
use limitations specified by NIOSH or the manufacturer. For emergency and other conditions where
exposure limit may be significantly exceeded, use an approved full face positive-pressure, self-contained
breathing apparatus or positive-pressure airline with auxiliary self-contained air supply. Respiratory
protection programs must comply with 29 CFR ?1910.134.
Other Protective Equipment
Rubber boots, Apron.
Airborne Exposure Guidelines for Ingredients
Exposure Limit Value
Methyl isobutyl carbinol
ACGIH Skin designator - Y
ACGIH STEL - 40 ppm
ACGIH TWA - 25 ppm
-Only those components with exposure limits are printed in this section.
-Skin contact limits designated with a "Y" above have skin contact effect. Air sampling alone is insufficient to accurately quantitate
exposure. Measures to prevent significant cutaneous absorption may be required.
-ACGIH Sensitizer designator with a value of "Y" above means that exposure to this material may cause allergic reactions.
-WEEL-AIHA Sensitizer designator with a value of "Y" above means that exposure to this material may cause allergic skin reactions.
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9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Colorless liquid with pleasant odor.
Appearance/Odor
pH NE
Specific Gravity 0.801
Vapor Pressure 4.7 hPa (mbar) @ 20C
Vapor Density 4.24 kg/m3
Melting Point NA
Freezing Point -90 C
Boiling Point 132 C
Solubility In Water 17 g/l
Molecular Weight 102.18
n-Octanol/Water Partition Coefficient log Pow = 1.43
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability
This material is chemically stable under normal and anticipated storage and handling conditions. However,
avoid temperatures above 30 C.
Incompatibility
Contact with strong oxidizers, chlorinated hydrocarbons in the presence of alkalies, Potassium Butoxide may
cause a rapid energy release. Contact with air may form explosive peroxides.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Aldehydes, ketones and oxides of carbon, including toxic carbon monoxide gas can be liberated at temperatures
above ambient.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicological Information
Data on this material and/or its components are summarized below.
Methyl isobutyl carbinol
Single exposure (acute) studies indicate that this material is slightly toxic if swallowed (rat LD50 2,600 mg/kg) or
absorbed through skin (rabbit LD50 2,900 mg/kg), practically non-toxic if inhaled (rat 4-hr LC50 >16 mg/l),
moderately irritating to rabbit eyes and slightly irritating to rabbit skin. No skin allergy was observed in guinea
pigs following repeated exposure. No genetic changes were observed in tests using bacteria or animal cells.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicological Information
Methyl isobutyl carbinol
This material is practically non-toxic to Daphnia magna (24-hr EC50 283.5 mg/l), goldfish (24-hr LC50 360 mg/l)
and brine shrimp (24-hr LC50 370 mg/l).
Chemical Fate Information
Methyl isobutyl carbinol
This material is readily biodegradable ((BOD5/COD 0.91) and practically not bioaccumulable (log Pow 1.43). It
is slightly adsorptive in soils and sediments (log Koc 2.15) and has an evaporation half-life of 23-hrs (river) to
10.6-days (pond). It is degraded by OH radicals in air (half-life 2.3-days).
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13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Incineration is the recommended method for disposal observing all local, state and federal regulations. Note:
Chemical additions to, processing of, or otherwise altering this material may make this waste management
information incomplete, inaccurate, or otherwise inappropriate. Furthermore, state and local waste disposal
requirements may be more restrictive or otherwise different from federal laws and regulations.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Name Methyl isobutyl carbinol
DOT Technical Name
DOT Hazard Class 3
UN Number UN 2053
DOT Packing Group PG III
RQ
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard Categories Under Criteria of SARA Title III Rules (40 CFR Part 370)
Immediate (Acute) Health Y Fire Y
Delayed (Chronic) Health N Reactive N
Sudden Release of Pressure N
The components of this product are all on the TSCA Inventory list.
Ingredient Related Regulatory Information:
CERCLA RQ SARA TPQ
SARA Reportable Quantities
Methyl isobutyl carbinol NE NE
Massachusetts Right to Know
This product does contain the following chemicals(s), as indicated below, currently on the Massachusetts Right to Know Substance
List.
Methyl isobutyl carbinol
New Jersey Right to Know
This product does contain the following chemical(s), as indicated below, currently on the New Jersey Right-to-Know Substances List.
Methyl isobutyl carbinol
Pennsylvania Right to Know
This product does contain the following chemical(s), as indicated below, currently on the Pennsylvania Hazardous Substance List.
Methyl isobutyl carbinol
16 OTHER INFORMATION
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Material Safety Data Sheet
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Revision Information
Revision Number 4
28 DEC 2004
Revision Date
Supercedes Revision Dated 11-OCT-2004
Revision Summary
Product moved to new division
Key
NE= Not Established NA= Not Applicable (R) = Registered Trademark
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