3-methylbutan-1-ol (EC: 204-633-5)

CAS 123-51-3 C₅H₁₂O MW 88.2000 Danger
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Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment.
P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling.
P264+P265 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P301+P317 IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/...
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water [or shower].
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P321 Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P332+P317 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Exposure Limits

OSHA PEL100 ppm
NIOSH REL100 ppm
NIOSH STEL125 ppm
NIOSH IDLH500 ppm
Skin NotationYes — can be absorbed through skin

Physical Properties

Colorless liquid with a disagreeable odor.

Boiling Point270°F
Flash Point114°F
Vapor Pressure28 mmHg
Specific Gravity0.81 at 68°F

NFPA 704 Diamond

2
1
0
Health Fire Reactivity

Synonyms

fermentation amyl alcohol; fusel oil; isobutyl carbinol; isopentyl alcohol; 3-methyl-1-butanol; primary isoamyl alcohol

Data Sources

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