ICSC 1428 - 2-PENTANOL (RACEMIC MIXTURE)

2-PENTANOL (RACEMIC MIXTURE)	ICSC: 1428 (April 2009)
1-Methyl-1-butanol sec-n-Amylalcohol Methylpropylcarbinol 3-Methyl-2-butanol Pentan-2-ol

CAS #: 6032-29-7

UN #: 1105

EC Number: 227-907-6

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Flammable. Above 33°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 33°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	Use powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Nausea. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Temporary loss of vision.	Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Burning sensation in the throat and chest. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING Flammable liquid and vapour Harmful if swallowed Causes eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness May be harmful if swallowed and enters airways Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants.
PACKAGING

2-PENTANOL (RACEMIC MIXTURE)

ICSC: 1428

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers No data. Chemical dangers Reacts violently with oxidants.	Formula: C₅H₁₂O / CH₃(CH₂)₂CHOHCH₃ Molecular mass: 88.2 Boiling point: 119°C Melting point: -50°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.8 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 16.6 (good) Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.55 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01 Flash point: 33°C Auto-ignition temperature: 330°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.2-10.5 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.25 Viscosity: 5.3 mm²/s at 20°C

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
No data.

Chemical dangers
Reacts violently with oxidants.

Formula: C₅H₁₂O / CH₃(CH₂)₂CHOHCH₃
Molecular mass: 88.2
Boiling point: 119°C
Melting point: -50°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.8
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 16.6 (good)
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.55
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01
Flash point: 33°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 330°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.2-10.5
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.25
Viscosity: 5.3 mm²/s at 20°C

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. If swallowed the substance may cause vomiting and could result in aspiration pneumonitis. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause lowering of consciousness.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. If swallowed the substance may cause vomiting and could result in aspiration pneumonitis. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause lowering of consciousness.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: 73 mg/m³, 20 ppm; peak limitation category: I(2); pregnancy risk group: C

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
EU classification is a group classification for pentanol isomers, with the exception of those specified elsewhere in Annex I. See ICSCs 0535 and 0536. The information on this card is for the racemic mixture. CAS numbers for the optical isomers: 31087-44-2 for the R(-) and 26184-62-3 for the S(+) isomer.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 10-20-37-66; S: (2)-46; Note: C

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