Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
General Information
Version
This safety data sheet was created pursuant to the requirements of Canada
Revision date
2025-12-19
Product name
2-Methylbutane
Product Synonyms
Isopentane; 2-Methylbutane; Butane, 2-methyl; 1,1-Dimethylpropane; Dimethylethylmethane; 1,1,2-Trimethylethane
CAS No.
78-78-4
Manufacturer Name
Fisher Scientific
Emergency telephone
1-800-234-7437, 001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H224, H304, H336
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H224
Extremely flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
WHMIS 2015 Classification
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Extremely flammable liquid and vapor May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways May cause drowsiness and dizziness Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking
Prevention
Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting/equipment Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Use non-sparking tools Take action to prevent static discharges
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell Do NOT induce vomiting In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
and Hazardous Products Regulation (HPR), as amended (SOR/2022-272) Flammable liquids Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS). Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Health Hazards Not Otherwise Classified Category 1 Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking Label Elements Signal Word
