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Crotonyl alcohol

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[Flash Point]

37
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Extinguishing media: Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Fire Potential]

Flammable Liquid.
[Ingestion]

Induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
[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 eyelids. Get medical aid.
[Storage]

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Flammables-area.
[Handling]

Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

Harmful if swallowed. May cause headache. May cause nausea and vomiting.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Hazards]

Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash back. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 10 20/21/22 36/37/38
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39
[UN (DOT)]

1993
[Personal Protection]

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Light yellow liquid.
[Solubility in water]

166 g/L
[Melting Point]

<-30
[Boiling Point]

120
[Vapor Pressure]

1.8
[Density]

0.8726 g/cm3 (0 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

.69
[Heat Of Vaporization]

42.1 kJ/mol
[Refractive Index]

1.419 (20 C)
[Product Name]

Crotonyl alcohol
[Synonyms]

But-2-en-1-ol
Crotyl alcohol
[CAS]

"CASEN_6117-91-5.htm">6117-91-5
[Formula]

C4H8O
[Molecular Weight]

72.11
[EINECS]

228-086-7
[RTECS]

EM9275000
[RTECS Class]

Mutagen
[Merck]

13,2629
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1719374
[Beilstein Reference]

2-01-00-00480
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents - strong reducing agents - strong acids - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides - phosphorus halides.
[Decomposition]

Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

1993
[Hazard Class]

3
[Packing Group]

I; II; III