MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

 

Wausau Chemical Corporation, 2001 N. River Drive, Wausau, WI 54403

                                                                             Last Revision:              January 15, 2004

HMIS Hazard 4 – Extreme                  Health              2 3 – High                       Fire                  2 2 – Moderate               Reactivity         0 1 – Slight                      Other 0 - Least

Emergency       CHEMTREC              800-424-9300

Phones:            Wausau Chemical         715-842-2285

SECTION 1 - MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION

 

 

 

NAME:            AMYL ACETATE PRIMARY

FORMULA:    CH₃COOC₅H₁₁ – M.W. = 130.19

CHEMICAL FAMILY:           Esters – mixed isomers

MANUFACTURERS: Union Carbide Corp

SECTION 2  - HAZARDOUS INGREDIENTS

 

 

 

HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL               CAS #             PERCENT       PEL/TWA        SARA III, SEC 313    

N-Pentyl Acetate                                  628-63-7         65%                 100 ppm                      NO

2-Methyl Butyl Acetate             624-41-9         35%                 NE                               NO

3-Methylbutyl Acetate              123-92-2         <0.1%              NE                               NO

 

SECTION 3 – CHEMICAL AND PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

 

 

 

Appearance:                 Clear, colorless liquid                Boiling Point (^oF):                                 294.8^oF

Odor:                           Mild                                         Melting Point (^oF):                                ND

pH:                               NA                                          Specific Gravity (H₂O=1 @ 70^oF):       0.876

Water solubility:            0.2% @ 20^oC                          Vapor Pressure, mm Hg, 20^oC: 4

Vapor Density (air=1)   :           4.5                               Volatile Organic (VOC) content:           100%

Evaporation Rate (Butyl Acetate = 1)                0.42

SECTION 4 – FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS

 

 

Flash Point (Method):               107^oF (TCC)   Flammable Limits: Lower          1.1%    Upper              7.5%   

Auto Ignition Temperature:        Not known.

Extinguishing Media:                 Dry chemical or carbon dioxide for small fires and alcohol resistant foam for large fires.

 

Special Fire Fighting Procedures and Hazards:  Wear chemical protective clothing and positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus. Approach upwind to avoid toxic vapors.

 

Unusual Fire & Explosion Hazards:                   This product may produce floating fire hazard in extreme fire conditions.

SECTION 5 – REACTIVITY INFORMATION

 

 

Stable:    X  Unstable:               Hazardous Polymerization:   Occurs:                 Does not Occur:           X

 

Conditions to Avoid:                 None known.

 

Materials to Avoid:                   Strong oxidizing agents, Nitric Acid, Sodium Hydroxide, and alkalis.

 

Decomposition Products:          Carbon monoxide and Carbon dioxide.

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SECTION 6 – HEALTH HAZARDS – PROTECTIVE MEASURES  – FIRST AID

 

 

Carcinogen:      No

 

EYES:              Causes irritation such as stinging, discomfort or pain. In the event of contact flush thoroughly with water for 15 minutes. Use chemical goggles when handling this product. Get medical attention if symptoms persist.

 

SKIN:              Can cause skin irritation or redness on repeated or prolonged contact. Use neoprene or rubber gloves and apron when handling this product Wash thoroughly with clean water for 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing. If symptoms persist, get medical attention.

 

INHALATION:           Mist or vapors can cause irritation of the respiratory system. Remove to fresh air. Perform artificial respiration if not breathing. Get medical attention.

 

INGESTION:              May cause abdominal discomfort, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Drink large amounts of water and induce vomiting. Get immediate medical attention.

 

IN ALL CASES:          GET PROMPT MEDICAL ATTENTION IF ADVERSE EFFECTS PERSIST

 

PRIMARY ROUTES OF ENTRY:      Skin, eyes, inhalation, ingestion.

 

HYGIENE:      Wash hands and face before eating or drinking. Wash soiled clothing before wearing again if contact occurs.

SECTION 7 – PRECAUTIONS FOR SAFE HANDLING, STORAGE AND USE

 

 

 

SPILLS AND LEAKS:            Contain spill to prevent loss to the environment and contamination of water ways. Collect excess material.

 

STORAGE AND HANDLING:           Keep containers tightly closed. Store away from heat and flames.

 

WASTE DISPOSAL:              Follow recommendations of local, state and federal regulations.

 

EMPTY CONTAINERS:        Replace and firmly tighten closures. Send to a recycling center or return to Wausau Chemical Corporation.

 

SECTION 8 – REGULATORY INFORMATION

 

 

 

DOT SHIPPING DESCRIPTION:                  Amyl Acetate, 3, UN1104, PG III

 

LABEL REQUIRED                                        Flammable

 

The information contained herein is given in good faith, but no warranty, representation, inducement or license of any kind is made, except that the information is accurate to the best of Wausau Chemical Corporation’s knowledge, or is obtained from sources believed by Wausau Chemical Corporation to be reliable and accurate. Wausau Chemical Corporation does not assume any legal responsibility for use or reliance upon the information being furnished. Customers are encouraged to conduct their own tests. Before using any product, read the container label directions as well as the Material Safety Data Sheet.

 

 

 

 

 

 

ND – Not Determined              NA – Not Applicable               NE – Not Established