MSDS Name:   3-Heptanol, 99%
Synonym:   Butyl ethyl carbinol
Company:   AboutChem.com

**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 589-82-2 |3-Heptanol | 99 | 209-661-1 |
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Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases: 22 36

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes.

Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. Causes redness and pain.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. Causes mild skin irritation.
Ingestion:
Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and
diarrhea. May cause headache. May be harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause drowsiness,
unconsciousness, and central nervous system depression. Vapors may
cause dizziness or suffocation.
Chronic:
Not available.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Ingestion:
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air.
Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Will burn
if involved in a fire. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed
containers cool. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire.
Flammable liquid and vapor. Combustible liquid. Vapors may be heavier
than air. They can spread along the ground and collect in low or
confined areas.
Extinguishing Media:
Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Use foam, dry
chemical, or carbon dioxide. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use
straight streams of water.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Remove all sources of ignition.
Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A vapor suppressing
foam may be used to reduce vapors.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well-ventilated area.
Ground and bond containers when transferring material. Use
spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid contact with
eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain product residue,
(liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep away from heat,
sparks and flame. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Do not pressurize,
cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to
heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Flammables-area.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls:
Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 589-82-2:


Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

Physical State: Liquid
Color: clear, colorless
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 1 hPa @ 20 deg C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 156 deg C @ 760.00mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: -70 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: 60 deg C ( 140.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: slightly soluble
Specific Gravity/Density: .8180g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C7H16O
Molecular Weight: 116.20

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#:
CAS# 589-82-2: MJ3150000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 589-82-2: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 300 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 1870
mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 500 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 4360 uL/kg;
Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 4400 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
3-Heptanol -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****



**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

IATA
Shipping Name: ALCOHOLS, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1987
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: ALCOHOLS, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 3.3
UN Number: 1987
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: ALCOHOLS, FLAMMABLE, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 3
UN Number: 1987
Packing group: III

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XN
Risk Phrases:
R 22 Harmful if swallowed.
R 36 Irritating to eyes.
Safety Phrases:
S 9 Keep container in a well-ventilated place.
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
S 39 Wear eye/face protection.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 589-82-2: 1
Canada
CAS# 589-82-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 589-82-2 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 589-82-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date: 5/21/1998 Revision #2 Date: 3/18/2003

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