n-Amyl Alcohol (pentan-1-ol) (n-pentanol) MSDS
Section 1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product Name: n-Amyl alcohol
Catalog Codes: SLP3385
CAS#: 71-41-0
RTECS: SB9800000
TSCA: TSCA 8(b) inventory: n-Amyl alcohol
CI#: Not applicable.
Synonym: Primary Amyl acohol; n-Pentanol; Amyl alcohol,
normal; Pentanol; n-Butylcarbinol; Pentanol-1
Chemical Name: Pentyl Alcohol
Chemical Formula: C5-H12-O
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Composition:
Name CAS # % by Weight
{n-}Amyl alcohol 71-41-0 100
Toxicological Data on Ingredients: n-Amyl alcohol: ORAL (LD50): Acute: 4613 mg/kg [Rat (Registery of Toxic Effects of
Chemicals)]. 3030 mg/kg [Rat (The Merck Index)]. DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 2306 mg/kg [Rabbit]. VAPOR (LC50): Acute:
14000 mg/m 6 hours [Rat]. 14000 mg/m 6 hours [Mouse].
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation. Slightly hazardous
in case of skin contact (permeator).
Potential Chronic Health Effects:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
Repeated or prolonged exposure is not known to aggravate medical condition.
Section 4: First Aid Measures
Eye Contact:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention.
Skin Contact:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Remove
contaminated clothing and shoes. Cold water may be used.Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes
before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious Skin Contact:
Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get
medical attention.
Serious Inhalation:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation
when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek medical attention.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. Get medical attention if
symptoms appear.
Serious Ingestion: Not available.
Section 5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability of the Product: Flammable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature: 300°C (572°F)
Flash Points: CLOSED CUP: 33°C (91.4°F). OPEN CUP: 51°C (123.8°F).
Flammable Limits: LOWER: 1.2% UPPER: 10%
Products of Combustion: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Highly flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Non-flammable in presence of shocks.
Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
Slightly explosive in presence of heat.
Fire Fighting Media and Instructions:
Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing vessels with water jet in order to prevent
pressure build-up, autoignition or explosion.
Special Remarks on Fire Hazards: Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back.
Special Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not available.
Section 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill:
Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container.
Large Spill:
Flammable liquid.
Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. Do not touch spilled material. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or
confined areas; dike if needed. Be careful that the product is not present at a concentration level above TLV.
Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.
Section 7: Handling and Storage
Precautions:
Keep locked up.. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing
material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. Wear suitable protective clothing. In case of
insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and
show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as
oxidizing agents, acids.
Storage:
Store in a segregated and approved area. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Keep container tightly
closed and sealed until ready for use. Avoid all possible sources of ignition (spark or flame).
Section 8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.
Personal Protection:
Splash goggles. Lab coat. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent.
Gloves.
Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits:
TWA: 100 (ppm) [Australia] [1993]
STEL: 150 (ppm) [France]
TWA: 100 (ppm) from AIHA [United States]
TWA: 360 (mg/m3) from AIHA [United States]
STEL: 150 (ppm) [United Kingdom (UK)] [1993]Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
Section 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance: Liquid.
Odor:
Alcohol like. Characteristic Fusel-like. Pleasant.
Sweetish.
Taste: Burning. Pungent. Repulsive
Molecular Weight: 88.15g/mole
Color: Clear Colorless.
pH (1% soln/water): Not available.
Boiling Point: 137.5°C (279.5°F)
Melting Point: -79°C (-110.2°F)
Critical Temperature: 313°C (595.4°F)
Specific Gravity: 0.8146 (Water = 1)
Vapor Pressure: 0.4 kPa (@ 20°C)
Vapor Density: 3 (Air = 1)
Volatility: 100% (w/w).
Odor Threshold: 0.1 ppm
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.: Not available.
Ionicity (in Water): Not available.
Dispersion Properties: See solubility in water, acetone.
Solubility:
Soluble in acetone.
Partially soluble in cold water, hot water
Solubility in water: 2.7 g/100 ml @ 22 deg. C.
Miscible with alcohol, ether, and most organic solvents
Section 10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability: The product is stable.
Instability Temperature: Not available.
Conditions of Instability: Heat, ignition sources (flames, sparks), incompatible materials
Incompatibility with various substances: Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids.
Corrosivity: Not available.
Special Remarks on Reactivity: Incompatible with hydrogen trisulfide, strong inorganic acids.
Special Remarks on Corrosivity: Not available.
Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11: Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry: Absorbed through skin. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals:
WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE.
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 3030 mg/kg [Rat (The Merck Index)].
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 2306 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 14000 mg/m
6 hours [Mouse].
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Chronic Effects on Humans: MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast.
Other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Slightly hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator).
Special Remarks on Toxicity to Animals:
Lowest Published Lethal Dose:
LCL [Rat, Mouse] - Route: Inhalation; Dose: 14000 mg/m3 for 6 hours.
Lethal Dose/Conc 50% Kill:
LD50[Rat] - Route: Oral; Dose: 5660 ul/kg
LD50[Rabbit] - Route: Skin; Dose: 2830 ul/kg
(Registery of Toxic Effects of Chemicals)
Special Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans: Not available.
Special Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Acute Potential Health Effects:
Skin: Causes moderate to severe eye irritation. It can be absorbed through the skin and cause systemic (liver,
kidney) effects.
Eyes: Causes moderate to severe eye irritation.
Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation, stinging sensation of the eyes producing lacrimation, hyperemia of
the conjunctivia without significant corneal injury, nasal discomfort and discharge, chest pain, nausea, vomiting.
Inhalation of high concentrations of vapor can also affect the brain, behavior/central nervous system/nervous
system, cardiovascular system, vision, respiration, liver, kidneys, and cause vertigo, delirium, ataxia, sedation,
dizziness, drowsiness, giddiness, lightheadedness, headache, spastic paralysis, dyspnea, coughing, acute
pulmonary edema, respiratory depression, hypotension, cardiac dysrhythmias, double vision, deafness, acute
renal failure, acute tubular necrosis.
Ingestion: Causes gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. Can affect behavior/central
nervous system/nervous system (symptoms similar to acute inhalation), liver, kidneys (abnormal renal function,
glycosuria, myoglobinuria, acute renal failure, acute tubular necrosis).
Chronic Potential Health Effects:
Prolonged or repeated inhalation may result in pulmonary edema and kidney injury. Other effects of overexposure
are currently unknown.
Section 12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity: Ecotoxicity in water (LC50): 370 mg/l 96 hours [Fish (Trout)].
BOD5 and COD: Not available.
Products of Biodegradation:
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.
Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation: The products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Special Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not available.
Section 13: Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal:
Waste must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section 14: Transport Information
DOT Classification: CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.
Identification: : Pentanols UNNA: 1105 PG: III
Special Provisions for Transport: Not available.
Section 15: Other Regulatory Information
Federal and State Regulations:
Rhode Island RTK hazardous substances: n-Amyl alcohol
Pennsylvania RTK: n-Amyl alcohol
Massachusetts RTK: n-Amyl alcohol
Massachusetts spill list: n-Amyl alcohol
New Jersey: n-Amyl alcohol
TSCA 8(b) inventory: n-Amyl alcohol
Other Regulations:
OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances.
Other Classifications:
WHMIS (Canada): CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8°C (100°F).
DSCL (EEC):
R10- Flammable.
R20- Harmful by inhalation.
R36/38- Irritating to eyes and skin.
S16- Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S24/25- Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
S36/37/39- Wear suitable protective clothing,
gloves and eye/face protection.
S46- If swallowed, seek medical advice
immediately and show this container or label.
HMIS (U.S.A.):
Health Hazard: 2
Fire Hazard: 3
Reactivity: 0
Personal Protection: h
National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health: 1
Flammability: 3
Reactivity: 0
Specific hazard:
Protective Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat.
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Splash goggles.
Section 16: Other Information
References: Not available.
Other Special Considerations: Not available.
Created: 10/10/2005 11:13 AM
Last Updated: 11/06/2008 12:00 PM