International Chemical Safety Cards

BUTANE (LIQUIFIED GAS) ICSC: 0232
BUTANE (LIQUIFIED GAS)
Normal butane (liquified gas)
(cylinder)
C4H10
Molecular mass: 58.1
CAS # 106-97-8
RTECS # EJ4200000
ICSC # 0232
UN # 1011
EC # 601-004-00-0
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Extremely flammable.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out; in other cases extinguish with powder, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Gas/air mixtures are explosive.
Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding) if in liquid state.
In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.
 
EXPOSURE


INHALATION Drowsiness.
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
Cold-insulating gloves. Protective clothing.
ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention.
EYES ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
Face shield.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION


SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. NEVER direct water jet on liquid (extra personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus).
Fireproof. Cool.

F symbol
R: 12
S: (2-)9-16-33
Note: C
UN Hazard Class: 2.1
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0232 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:
The gas is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible, and may accumulate in low ceiling spaces causing deficiency of oxygen.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: 800 ppm; 1900 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1996).
MAK: 1000 ppm; 2350 mg/m3; (1993).


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful concentration of this gas in the air will be reached very quickly on loss of containment.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The liquid may cause frostbite.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: -1°C
Melting point: -138°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.6
Solubility in water, ml/100 ml at 20°C: 3.25
Vapour pressure, kPa at 21.1°C: 213.7		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.1
Flash point: Flammable Gas
Auto-ignition temperature: 287°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.8-8.4
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
N O T E S
High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death. Check oxygen content before entering area. Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. The measures mentioned in section PREVENTION are applicable to production, filling of cylinders, and storage of the gas.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-27b
NFPA Code: H1; F4; R0;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0232 BUTANE (LIQUIFIED GAS)
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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