Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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3-Chloro-2-butanone(4091-39-8)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
3-Chloro-2-butanone
Synonyms
1-Chloroethyl methyl ketone
2-Chloro-3-butanone
3-Chlorobutan-2-one
3-Chlorobutanone
CAS
4091-39-8
Formula
C4H7ClO
Molecular Weight
106.55
EINECS
223-834-9
RTECS
EL7062000
RTECS Class
Other
Beilstein/Gmelin
385637
Beilstein Reference
4-01-00-03256
EC Class
flammable, irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Yellow clear liquid
Solubility in water
Soluble
Boiling Point
114
Vapor Pressure
203 (25 C)
Density
1.032 g/cm3 (0 C)
Refractive Index
1.4219 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.
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
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 lids. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Flammables-area.
Handling
Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Skin
Causes skin irritation.
Eyes
Causes eye irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R 10 22 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 23 26 36/37/39
UN (DOT)
1224

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
23
Autoignition
460
Fire Fighting
Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. Extinguish fire using water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.
Lower exp. limit
2.3

Accidental Release Measures

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, while using/wearing the proper protective equipment.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
2
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
Decomposition
Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

UN Number
1224
Hazard Class
3
Packing Group
I; II; III
HS Code
2914 70 90
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