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3-Methyl-3-pentanol(77-74-7)

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Product Identification

Product Name
3-Methyl-3-pentanol
Synonyms
3-Methylpentan-3-ol
3-Pentanol, 3-methyl
Methyl pentanol
CAS
77-74-7
Formula
C6H14O
Molecular Weight
102.2
EINECS
201-053-4
RTECS
SA7450000
RTECS Class
Drug
Beilstein/Gmelin
1731456
Beilstein Reference
4-01-00-01723

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Colorless, flammable liquid.
Solubility in water
Slightly soluble
Melting Point
-53
Boiling Point
123
Density
0.8452 g/cm3 (0 C)
Partition Coefficient
1.57
Heat Of Vaporization
55.70 kJ/mol
Heat Of Combustion
-3924 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.4186 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Seek medical assistance.
Inhalation
Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Skin
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash skin with soap and water. Flush with running water for at least 20 minutes
Eyes
Flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Handling and Storage

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.
Handling
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
May cause irritation or burns.
Skin
See Inhalation.
Eyes
See Inhalation.
Ingestion
Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea are common. Gastrointestinal hemorrhage can occur.
Hazards
Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.
UN (DOT)
1987

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.
Respirators
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Exposure Effects
The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Poison Class
4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
46
Fire Fighting
Use of water spray when fighting fire may be inefficient. Small Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or alcohol-resistant foam. Large Fires: Water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray or fog; do not use straight streams.
Fire Potential
HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Make no contact with the spilled material. ELIMINATE all ignition sources and ground all equipment. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. A vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. Use clean non-sparking tools to collect absorbed material.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Acids, strong oxidizing agents.
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
1987
Hazard Class
3
Packing Group
I; II; III
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