Butan-2-ol

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

INHALATION

Remove from further exposure.  For those providing assistance, avoid exposure to yourself or others.  Use adequate respiratory protection.  If respiratory irritation, dizziness, nausea, or unconsciousness occurs, seek immediate medical assistance.  If breathing has stopped, assist ventilation with a mechanical device or use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation.

SKIN CONTACT

Wash contact areas with soap and water.  Remove contaminated clothing.  Launder contaminated clothing before reuse.

EYE CONTACT

Flush thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes.  Get medical assistance.

INGESTION

Seek immediate medical attention.  Do not induce vomiting.

NOTE TO PHYSICIAN

If ingested, material may be aspirated into the lungs and cause chemical pneumonitis.  Treat appropriately.

Fire-fighting measures

EXTINGUISHING MEDIA

Appropriate Extinguishing Media:  Use water fog, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide (CO2) to extinguish flames.

Inappropriate Extinguishing Media:  Straight streams of water

FIRE FIGHTING

Fire Fighting Instructions:  Evacuate area.  If a leak or spill has not ignited, use water spray to disperse the vapours and to protect personnel attempting to stop a leak.  Prevent run-off from fire control or dilution from entering streams, sewers or drinking water supply.  Fire-fighters should use standard protective equipment and in enclosed spaces, self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).   Use water spray to cool fire exposed surfaces and to protect personnel.

Unusual Fire Hazards:  Highly flammable.  Vapour is flammable and heavier than air.  Vapour may travel across the ground and reach remote ignition sources, causing a flashback fire danger.  Hazardous material. Hazardous Combustion Products:   Oxides of carbon, Incomplete combustion products, Smoke, Fume

Accidental release measures

NOTIFICATION PROCEDURES

In the event of a spill or accidental release, notify relevant authorities in accordance with all applicable regulations.

PROTECTIVE MEASURES

Avoid contact with spilled material.  Warn or evacuate occupants in surrounding and downwind areas if required, due to toxicity or flammability of the material.  

SPILL MANAGEMENT

Land Spill:  Eliminate all ignition sources (no smoking, flares, sparks or flames in immediate area).  Stop leak if you can do so without risk.  All equipment used when handling the product must be grounded.  Do not touch or walk through spilled material.  Prevent entry into waterways, sewer, basements or confined areas.  A vapour-suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapour.  Use clean non-sparking tools to collect absorbed material.  Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers.  Large Spills:  Water spray may reduce vapour, but may not prevent ignition in enclosed spaces.

Water Spill:  Stop leak if you can do so without risk.  Eliminate sources of ignition.  If the Flash Point exceeds the Ambient Temperature by 10 deg C or more, use containment booms and remove from the surface by skimming or with suitable absorbents when conditions permit.  If the Flash Point does not exceed the Ambient Air Temperature by at least 10C, use booms as a barrier to protect shorelines and allow material to evaporate.  Seek the advice of a specialist before using dispersants.

Water spill and land spill recommendations are based on the most likely spill scenario for this material; however, geographic conditions, wind, temperature, (and in the case of a water spill) wave and current direction and speed may greatly influence the appropriate action to be taken.  For this reason, local experts should be consulted.  Note:  Local regulations may prescribe or limit action to be taken.

ENVIRONMENTAL PRECAUTIONS

Large Spills:  Dyke far ahead of liquid spill for later recovery and disposal.  Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, basements or confined areas.

Handling and storage

HANDLING

Avoid breathing mists or vapour.  Avoid contact with eyes.  Use non-sparking tools and explosion-proof equipment.  Potentially toxic/irritating fumes/vapour may be evolved from heated or agitated material.  Use only with adequate ventilation.  Do not enter storage areas or confined spaces unless adequately ventilated.  Use proper bonding and/or earthing procedures. Prevent small spills and leakage to avoid slip hazard.  

Loading/Unloading Temperature:     [Ambient]

Transport Temperature:     [Ambient]

Transport Pressure:     [Ambient]

Static Accumulator:   This material is not a static accumulator.

Storage

Ample fire water supply should be available.  A fixed sprinkler/deluge system is recommended.  Keep container closed. Handle containers with care. Open slowly in order to control possible pressure release.  Store in a cool, well-ventilated area.   Outside or detached storage preferred.  Storage containers should be earthed and bonded.  Drums must be earthed and bonded and equipped with self-closing valves, pressure vacuum bungs and flame arresters.

Storage Temperature:       [Ambient]

Storage Pressure:     [Ambient]

Suitable Containers/Packing:   Barges; Drums; Tankers; Tank Cars; Tank Trucks

Suitable Materials and Coatings:   Carbon steel; Stainless steel; Polyester; Teflon

Unsuitable Materials and Coatings:   Aluminium; Ethylene-proplyene-diene monomer (EPDM); Butyl rubber; Natural rubber

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

1120

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

BUTANOLS

Language:

English

Labels:

3

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Transport Document Name: UN1120, BUTANOLS, 3, PG II
CEFIC Tremcard: 30S1120-II
Hazchem EAC: 2YE

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

1120

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

BUTANOLS (sec.-BUTYLALCOHOL)

Language:

English

Labels:

3

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Transport Document Name: UN1120, BUTANOLS (sec.-Butyl Alcohol), 3, PG II

Footnote: Carriage of the product in ADNR tank vessels is subject to a special authorization.

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

1120

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

BUTANOLS

Labels:

3

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Transport Document Name: UN1120, BUTANOLS, 3, PG II, (22°C c.c.)

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

1120

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

BUTANOLS

Labels:

3

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Transport Document Name: UN1120, BUTANOLS, 3, PG II

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

ENGINEERING CONTROLS

The level of protection and types of controls necessary will vary depending upon potential exposure conditions. Control measures to consider:

Adequate ventilation should be provided so that exposure limits are not exceeded.  Use explosion-proof ventilation equipment.

PERSONAL PROTECTION

Personal protective equipment selections vary based on potential exposure conditions such as applications, handling practices, concentration and ventilation.  Information on the selection of protective equipment for use with this material, as provided below, is based upon intended, normal usage.  

Respiratory Protection:   If engineering controls do not maintain airborne contaminant concentrations at a level which is adequate to protect worker health, an approved respirator may be appropriate.  Respirator selection, use, and maintenance must be in accordance with regulatory requirements, if applicable.  Types of respirators to be considered for this material include:

Half-face filter respirator   Type A filter material, European Committee for Standardization (CEN) standards EN 136, 140 and 405 provide respirator masks and EN 149 and 143 provide filter recommendations.

For high airborne concentrations, use an approved supplied-air respirator, operated in positive pressure mode.  Supplied air respirators with an escape bottle may be appropriate when oxygen levels are inadequate, gas/vapour warning properties are poor, or if air purifying filter capacity/rating may be exceeded.

Hand Protection:   Any specific glove information provided is based on published literature and glove manufacturer data.  Glove suitability and breakthrough time will differ depending on the specific use conditions. Contact the glove manufacturer for specific advice on glove selection and breakthrough times for your use conditions. Inspect and replace worn or damaged gloves. The types of gloves to be considered for this material include:

If prolonged or repeated contact is likely, chemical-resistant gloves are recommended.  If contact with forearms is likely, wear gauntlet-style gloves.  Butyl rubber, minimum 0.64 mm thickness or comparable protective barrier material with a high performance level for continuous contact use conditions, permeation breakthrough minimum 480 minutes in accordance with CEN standards EN 420 and EN 374.

Eye Protection:   Chemical goggles are recommended.

Skin and Body Protection:    Any specific clothing information provided is based on published literature or manufacturer data.  The types of clothing to be considered for this material include:

If prolonged or repeated contact is likely, chemical, and oil resistant clothing is recommended.

Specific Hygiene Measures:   Always observe good personal hygiene measures, such as washing after handling the material and before eating, drinking, and/or smoking.  Routinely wash work clothing and protective equipment to remove contaminants.  Discard contaminated clothing and footwear that cannot be cleaned. Practice good housekeeping.

Stability and reactivity

STABILITY:  Material is stable under normal conditions.

CONDITIONS TO AVOID:  Avoid heat, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources.

MATERIALS TO AVOID:   Caustics,  Amines,  Alkanolamines,  Aldehydes,  Ammonia,  Chlorinated Compounds,  Strong oxidisers

HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION PRODUCTS:  Material does not decompose at ambient temperatures.

HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION:  Will not occur.

Disposal considerations

Disposal recommendations based on material as supplied.  Disposal must be in accordance with current applicable laws and regulations, and material characteristics at time of disposal.

DISPOSAL RECOMMENDATIONS

Dispose of waste at an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal.

REGULATORY DISPOSAL INFORMATION

European Waste Code:  08 XX XX

NOTE:  These codes are assigned based upon the most common uses for this material and may not reflect contaminants resulting from actual use.  Waste producers need to assess the actual process used when generating the waste and its contaminants in order to assign the proper waste disposal code(s).

Empty Container Warning Empty Container Warning (where applicable):  Empty containers may contain residue and can be dangerous.  Do not attempt to refill or clean containers without proper instructions.  Empty drums should be completely drained and safely stored until appropriately reconditioned or disposed.  Empty containers should be taken for recycling, recovery, or disposal through suitably qualified or licensed contractor and in accordance with governmental regulations.  DO NOT PRESSURISE, CUT, WELD, BRAZE, SOLDER, DRILL, GRIND, OR EXPOSE SUCH CONTAINERS TO HEAT, FLAME, SPARKS, STATIC ELECTRICITY, OR OTHER SOURCES OF IGNITION.  THEY MAY EXPLODE AND CAUSE INJURY OR DEATH.