General Information
Version
4.1
Revision date
2022-06-20
Product name
ISO-BUTANOL (2-METHYL PROPAN-1-OL )
Product name
ISO-BUTANOL (2-METHYL PROPAN-1-OL )
Identification on the label/Trade name
ISOBUTANOL (ISOBUTYL ALCOHOL)
Product Synonyms
alcohol 1-propanol, 2-methyl-; 1-hydroxymethylpropane; isobutyl alcohol; IBA; 2-methylpropan-1-ol UNILAB; 2-methylpropan-1-ol UNIVAR
Chemical name
isobutanol
CAS No.
78-83-1
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
As a solvent for varnish and paint removers, an intermediate for amino coating resins and as a substitute for n-butanol
Emergency telephone
61 (0)418 237 771, +61 1800 951 288, +61 3 9573 3188
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Company Information
company name
ALPHA CHEMICALS PTY LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
shane@alphachem.com.au
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H226, H315, H318, H332, H335, H336
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H226
Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
HAZARDOUS CHEMICAL. DANGEROUS GOODS. [1] Category 1, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Respiratory Tract Irritation) Category 3, Specific Target Organ Toxicity - Single Exposure (Narcotic Effects) Category 3 Legend 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from HCIS; 3. Classification drawn from
2.2 Label elements
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Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
H226 Flammable liquid and vapour. H332 Harmful if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H318 Causes serious eye damage. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, eye protection and face protection. P240 Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. P241 Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/intrinsically safe equipment. P242 Use non-sparking tools. P243 Take action to prevent static discharges. P261 Avoid breathing mist/vapours/spray.
Response
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/physician/first aider. P370+P378 In case of fire: Use alcohol resistant foam or normal protein foam to extinguish. P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water [or shower]. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. P332+P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention. P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
Storage
P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Not Applicable Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation.
