Safety data sheet
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BASF Safety data sheet according to 91/155/EEC
Date / Revised: 05.08.2004 Version: 1.0
Product: Acetoin
(30035014/SDS_GEN_EU/EN)
Date of print 27.05.2008
1. Substance/preparation and company identification
Acetoin
Use: Chemical
Company:
BASF SE
67056 Ludwigshafen
GERMANY
Operating Division Care Chemicals
Telephone: +49 621 60-48643
Telefax number: +49 621 60 66-48643
E-mail address: EM-Masterdata@basf.com
Emergency information:
International emergency number:
Telephone: +49 180 2273-112
2. Composition/information on ingredients
Chemical nature
acetoin
CAS Number: 513-86-0
EC-Number: 208-174-1
3. Hazard identification
Flammable.
Irritating to eyes and skin.
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4. First-aid measures
General advice:
Remove contaminated clothing. Remove affected person from danger area. First aid personnel
should pay attention to their own safety. If danger of loss of consciousness, place patient in recovery
position and transport accordingly. Apply artificial respiration if necessary. Show container, label
and/or safety data sheet to physician.
If inhaled:
If difficulties occur after vapour/aerosol has been inhaled, remove to fresh air and seek medical
attention.
On skin contact:
Wash thoroughly with soap and water.
On contact with eyes:
Immediately wash affected eyes for at least 15 minutes under running water with eyelids held open,
consult an eye specialist.
On ingestion:
Rinse mouth immediately and then drink plenty of water, seek medical attention.
5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media:
water spray, foam, carbon dioxide
Special protective equipment:
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and chemical-protective clothing.
Further information:
Keep containers cool by spraying with water if exposed to fire. Collect contaminated extinguishing
water separately, do not allow to reach sewage or effluent systems. Dispose of fire debris and
contaminated extinguishing water in accordance with official regulations.
6. Accidental release measures
Personal precautions:
Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Use personal protective clothing. Ensure adequate
ventilation.
Environmental precautions:
Do not discharge into drains/surface waters/groundwater.
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Methods for cleaning up or taking up:
For large amounts: Dike spillage. Pump off product.
For residues: Pick up with suitable absorbent material (e.g. sand, sawdust, general-purpose binder,
kieselguhr). Dispose of absorbed material in accordance with regulations.
7. Handling and storage
Handling
Ensure thorough ventilation of stores and work areas.
Protection against fire and explosion:
Prevent electrostatic charge - sources of ignition should be kept well clear - fire extinguishers should
be kept handy.
Storage
Further information on storage conditions: Containers should be stored tightly sealed in a dry place.
Protect against heat.
8. Exposure controls and personal protection
Components with workplace control parameters
none
Personal protective equipment
Respiratory protection:
Wear respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate. Gas filter EN141 Type A for gases/vapours of
organic compounds (boiling point >65 癈).
Hand protection:
Chemical resistant protective gloves (EN 374)
Suitable materials also with prolonged, direct contact (Recommended: Protective index 6,
corresponding > 480 minutes of permeation time according to EN 374):
butyl rubber (butyl) - 0.7 mm coating thickness
Suitable materials short-term contact and/or splashes (recommended: At least protective index 2,
corresponding > 30 minutes of permeation time according to EN 374)
nitrile rubber (NBR) - 0.4 mm coating thickness
Supplementary note: The specifications are based on own tests, literature data and information of
glove manufacturers or are derived from similar substances by analogy. Due to many conditions
(e.g. temperature) it must be considered, that the practical usage of a chemical-protective glove in
practice may be much shorter than the permeation time determined in accordance with EN 374.
Eye protection:
Safety glasses with side-shields (frame goggles) (EN 166)
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Body protection:
Body protection must be chosen depending on activity and possible exposure, e.g. apron, protecting
boots, chemical-protection suit (according to DIN-EN 465).
General safety and hygiene measures:
Do not inhale gases/vapours/aerosols. Avoid contact with the skin, eyes and clothing. Wearing of
closed work clothing is recommended. Keep away from food, drink and animal feeding stuffs. No
eating, drinking, smoking or tobacco use at the place of work. Store work clothing separately.
9. Physical and chemical properties
Form: liquid
Colour: white
pH value: 5.0
Melting point: 15.00 癈
Boiling point: 143 癈
(1,013 hPa)
Flash point: 47 癈
Lower explosion limit: 1.0 %(V)
Upper explosion limit: 12.2 %(V)
Ignition temperature: approx. 370 癈
Vapour pressure: 50 hPa
(50 癈)
5 hPa
(20 癈)
Density: approx. 1.00 g/cm3
(approx. 20 癈)
Partitioning coefficient n-octanol/water (log Pow): -0.36 (calculated)
(25 癈)
10. Stability and reactivity
Thermal decomposition: No decomposition if used as directed.
Substances to avoid:
acids, Alkalines
Hazardous reactions:
No hazardous reactions if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
Hazardous decomposition products:
No hazardous decomposition products if stored and handled as prescribed/indicated.
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11. Toxicological information
LD50/oral/rat: > 5,000 mg/kg
LD50/dermal/rabbit: > 5,000 mg/kg
Virtually nontoxic after a single ingestion.
Virtually nontoxic after a single skin contact.
Primary skin irritation/rabbit: Irritant.
Primary irritations of the mucous membrane:
As the product irritates the skin, it can be expected to have a similar effect on the eyes also.
Irritating to eyes and skin.
The substance did not cause skin sensitization in humans.
Further information:
The substance was not mutagenic in bacteria.
12. Ecological information
Ecotoxicity
Toxicity to fish:
DIN 38412 Part 15 static
Leuciscus idus/LC50 (96 h): 2,200 - 4,600 mg/l
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.
Microorganisms/Effect on activated sludge:
DIN 38412 Part 8 static
Pseudomonas putida/EC10 (17 h): 4,800 mg/l
The details of the toxic effect relate to the nominal concentration.
Assessment of aquatic toxicity:
There is a high probability that the product is not acutely harmful to aquatic organisms.
The inhibition of the degradation activity of activated sludge is not anticipated when introduced to
biological treatment plants in appropriate low concentrations.
Persistence and degradability
Assessment: Not readily biodegradable (by OECD criteria). Biodegradable. The
product has not been tested. The statement has been derived from the
structure of the product.
Bioaccumulation potential
Accumulation in organisms is not to be expected.
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13. Disposal considerations
Incinerate in suitable incineration plant, observing local authority regulations.
14. Transport information
Land transport
ADR : Class 3
Packaging group III
UN-number 2621
Designation of goods ACETYL METHYL CARBINOL.
RID : Class 3
Packaging group III
UN-number 2621
Designation of goods ACETYL METHYL CARBINOL.
Inland waterway transport
ADNR : Class 3
Packaging group III
UN-number 2621
Designation of goods ACETYL METHYL CARBINOL.
Sea transport
IMDG/GGVSee : Class 3
Packaging group III
UN-number 2621
Marine pollutant NO
Exact technical name ACETYL METHYL CARBINOL.
Air transport
ICAO/IATA : Class 3
Packaging group III
UN-number 2621
Exact technical name ACETYL METHYL CARBINOL.
15. Regulatory information
Regulations of the European union (Labelling) / National legislation/Regulations
EC-Number: 208-174-1
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Hazard symbol(s)
Xi Irritant.
R-phrase(s)
R10 Flammable.
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
S-phrase(s)
S23.5 Do not breathe vapour.
Hazard determinant component(s) for labelling: 3-HYDROXY-2-BUTANONE/ACETOIN
Other regulations
16. Other information
Vertical lines in the left hand margin indicate an amendment from the previous version.
The information contained herein is based on the present state of our knowledge and does not therefore
guarantee certain properties. Recipients of our product must take responsibility for observing existing
laws and regulations.
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