Safety data for butylamine
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Synonyms: 1-aminobutane, n-butylamine, monobutylamine,
1-butanamine, mono-n-butylamine, norvalamine
Molecular formula: C4H11N
CAS No: 109-73-9
EC No: 203-99-2
Annex I Index No: 612-005-00-0
Physical data
Appearance: colourless to yellow liquid
Melting point: -49 C
Boiling point: 78 C
Vapour density: 2.5
Vapour pressure: 68 mm Hg at 20 C
Specific gravity: 0.74
Flash point: -7 C (closed cup)
Explosion limits: 1.7 % - 9.8 %
Autoignition temperature: 312 C
Stability
Stable. Incompatible with oxidizing agents, aluminium, copper,
copper alloys, acids. Highly flammable.
Toxicology
Harmful by inhalation, ingestion and through
skin contact. Very destructive of mucous membranes. Causes severe burns.
Typical PEL 5 ppm.
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ORL-RAT LD50 366 mg kg-1
IVN MUS LD50 198 mg kg-1
IHL-MUS LC50 800 mg/m3/2h
IVN-MUS LD50 198 mg kg-1
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R11 R20 R21 R22 R35 R36 R37 R38.
Transport information
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UN No 1125. Hazard class 3.2. Packing group II
Personal protection
Safety glasses, adequate ventilation, gloves.
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S3 S16 S26 S29 S36 S37 S39 S45.