| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
2,3-Butylene glycol | 【Synonyms】
2,3-Butylene glycol
2,3-Dihydroxybutane
Butane-2,3-diol
Dimethylethylene glycol
Pseudobutylene glycol
sym-Dimethylethylene glycol | 【CAS】
513-85-9 | 【Formula】
C4H10O2 | 【Molecular Weight】
90.12 | 【EINECS】
208-173-6 | 【RTECS】
EK0532000 | 【RTECS Class】
Other | 【Merck】
12,1602 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
969165 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-01-00-02524 |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Nearly colorless liquid or crystalline solid. Odorless. | 【Solubility in water】
Miscible | 【Melting Point】
18 - 20 | 【Boiling Point】
184 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.26 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.048 g/cm3 (0 C) | 【Partition Coefficient】
-.92 | 【Heat Of Vaporization】
48.5 kJ/mol | 【Usage】
Resins, solvent for dyes, intermediate, blending agent. | 【Vapor Density】
3.2 | 【Odor threshold】
Odorless. | 【Refractive Index】
1.4348 |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. | 【Inhalation】
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | 【Skin】
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | 【Eyes】
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. No information regarding skin irritation and other potential effects was found. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. No information regarding eye irritation and other potential effects was found. | 【Ingestion】
May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause systemic toxicity with acidosis. May cause cardiac disturbances. May cause kidney failure. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
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 and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Exposure Effects】
May cause kidney injury. | 【Poison Class】
- |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
85 | 【Autoignition】
395 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | 【Upper exp. limit】
11.4 | 【Lower exp. limit】
3.1 | 【Fire Potential】
Moderate fire hazard; when exposed to heat or flame. |
| Accidental Release Measures | Back to Contents | 【Small spills/leaks】
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
1 | 【Incompatibilities】
Acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, oxidizing agents, chloroformates, reducing agents. | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Decomposition】
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. |
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