Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
Home > (R,R)-Butane-2,3-diol > (R,R)-Butane-2,3-diol(24347-58-8)

(R,R)-Butane-2,3-diol(24347-58-8)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
(R,R)-Butane-2,3-diol
Synonyms
(-)-(2R,3R)-2,3-Butanediol
(2R,3R)-2,3-Butanediol
(2R,3R)-Butane-2,3-diol
levo-2,3-Butanediol
CAS
24347-58-8
Formula
C4H10O2
Molecular Weight
90.12
EINECS
246-186-9
Merck
13,1567
Beilstein/Gmelin
4290593

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Clear slight brown liquid.
Solubility in water
Very soluble
Melting Point
16
Boiling Point
175
Vapor Pressure
1.7 (20 C)
Density
0.98 g/cm3
Partition Coefficient
-.99
Heat Of Vaporization
47.9 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.43 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

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

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket.
Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
May cause digestive tract disturbances. May cause nausea and vomiting.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
May cause skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
EC Safety Phrase
S 24/25

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

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 to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
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.
Poison Class
F (Not subject to toxicity classification)

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
85
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Combustible Liquid. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
1
Incompatibilities
Acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, oxidizing agents, chloroformates, reducing agents.
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code
2905 39 80
Contact More