International Chemical Safety Cards

1,4-BUTANEDIOL ICSC: 1104
1,4-BUTANEDIOL
1,4-Butylene glycol
1,4-Dihydroxybutane
Tetramethylene glycol
C4H10O2/HOCH2(CH2)2CH2OH
Molecular mass: 90.1
CAS # 110-63-4
RTECS # EK0525000
ICSC # 1104
UN # 2810
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames.
Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE


INHALATION Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Unconsciousness.
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position.
SKIN
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness.
Safety spectacles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Unconsciousness.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.
Separated from strong oxidants, food and feedstuffs. Dry.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: III
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 1104 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

1,4-BUTANEDIOL ICSC: 1104

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS, VISCOUS, HYGROSCOPIC LIQUID.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
Reacts with strong oxidants.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The aerosol irritates the eyes and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system and kidney , resulting in narcosis and renal failure.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 228°C
Melting point: 20°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.02
Solubility in water: Very good
Vapour pressure, kPa at 37.7°C: 0.13
 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.1
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00
Flash point: 121°C (o.c.)°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 350°C
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
NOTES
Other melting points: 16°C.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G06c
NFPA Code: H1; F1; R0;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 1104 1,4-BUTANEDIOL
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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