Material Safety Data Sheet

HMIS

NFPA

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Health Hazard
Fire Hazard

Reactivity

Personal Protective Equipment

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Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification

Common Name/
Trade Name
Manufacturer

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Crotonaldehyde

Catalog
Number(s).

C2412, CR130, YY081

CAS#

4170-30-3

SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.

14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248

RTECS

GP9499000

TSCA

TSCA 8(b) inventory:

Crotonaldehyde

Commercial Name(s)

Not available.

CI#

Not available.

Synonym

2-Butanal

IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
CHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300

Chemical Name
Chemical Family

Not available.

Chemical Formula

C4H6O

Supplier

SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.

14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248

CALL (310) 516-8000

Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients

Exposure Limits
Name

CAS #

1) Crotonaldehyde

Toxicological Data
on Ingredients

4170-30-3

Crotonaldehyde:
ORAL (LD50):
VAPOR (LC50):

TWA (mg/m )
6

STEL (mg/m3)

CEIL (mg/m3)
6

% by Weight
100

Acute: 206 mg/kg [Rat]. 104 mg/kg [Mouse].

Acute: 100 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat]. 290 ppm 4 hour(s) [Mouse].

Section 3. Hazards Identification

Potential Acute Health Effects Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion,
of inhalation. Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth
and respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation
of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Severe over-exposure can result
in death. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is
characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.

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Potential Chronic Health
Effects

Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion,
of inhalation.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated or prolonged
contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged
exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks of bronchial infection.
Repeated exposure to an highly toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an accumulation in
one or many human organs. Repeated or prolonged inhalation of vapors may lead to chronic respiratory irritation.

Section 4. First Aid Measures

Eye Contact

Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 15 minutes,
keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention.

Skin Contact

If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible,
protecting your own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical got on the victim's
exposed skin, such as the hands : Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and
non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cold water may be used.
If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.

Serious Skin Contact

Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate
medical attention.

Inhalation

Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention.

Serious Inhalation

Not available.

Ingestion

Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible
indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen
tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.

Serious Ingestion

Not available.

Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data

Flammability of the Product

Flammable.

Auto-Ignition Temperature

232C (449.6F)

Flash Points

CLOSED CUP: 12.8C (55F).

Flammable Limits

LOWER: 2.1% UPPER: 15.5%

Products of Combustion

These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).

Fire Hazards in Presence of

Various Substances

Flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat, of oxidizing materials.

Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions

Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water.

SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder.
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog.

Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards

Explosive in the form of vapor when exposed to heat or flame.

Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.

Hazards

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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill

Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and dispose of according to local and
regional authority requirements.

Large Spill

Flammable liquid. Corrosive liquid.

Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth,
sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use
water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed.
Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal. Be careful that the product is not present at a
concentration level above TLV. Check TLV on the MSDS and with local authorities.

Section 7. Handling and Storage

Precautions

Keep locked up Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all
equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Never add water to this
product In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical advice
immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes

Storage

Flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Keep away from heat. Keep
away from sources of ignition. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well-ventilated place. Ground all
equipment containing material. A refrigerated room would be preferable for materials with a flash point lower than
37.8C (100F).

Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Engineering Controls

Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the
work-station location.

Personal Protection

Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Boots.

Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
a Large Spill
used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits

TWA: 2 CEIL: 6 (ppm)

TWA: 6 CEIL: 18 (mg/m3)

Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.

Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties

Physical state and appearance Liquid.
Molecular Weight

70.09 g/mole

pH (1% soln/water)

Not available.

Boiling Point

102C (215.6F)

Melting Point

-75C (-103F)

Critical Temperature

Not available.

Specific Gravity

0.8531 (Water = 1)

Vapor Pressure

30 mm of Hg (@ 20C)

Vapor Density

2.41 (Air = 1)

Volatility

Not available.

Odor Threshold

7 ppm

Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.

Not available.

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Odor

Pungent. Irritant.

Taste

Not available.

Color

Clear Colorless.

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Ionicity (in Water)

Not available.

Dispersion Properties

See solubility in water.

Solubility

Soluble in cold water.

Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data

Stability

The product is stable.

Instability Temperature

Not available.

Conditions of Instability

Not available.

Incompatibility with various

substances

Not available.

Corrosivity

Non-corrosive in presence of glass.

Special Remarks on
Reactivity

Not available.

Special Remarks on
Corrosivity

Not available.

Polymerization

No.

Section 11. Toxicological Information

Routes of Entry

Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.

Toxicity to Animals

WARNING: THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE.
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 104 mg/kg [Mouse].
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 100 ppm 4 hour(s) [Rat].

Chronic Effects on Humans

The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.

Other Toxic Effects on

Humans

Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant, permeator), of ingestion, of inhalation.

Special Remarks on
Toxicity to Animals

Not available.

Special Remarks on
Chronic Effects on Humans

Not available.

Special Remarks on other

Toxic Effects on Humans

Not available.

Section 12. Ecological Information

Ecotoxicity

Not available.

BOD5 and COD

Not available.

Products of Biodegradation

Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
arise.

Toxicity of the Products

of Biodegradation

The products of degradation are more toxic.

Special Remarks on the

Products of Biodegradation

Not available.

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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal

Section 14. Transport Information

DOT Classification

CLASS 6.1: Poisonous material.

Identification

: Crotonaldehyde, stabilized : UN1143 PG: I

Special Provisions for

Transport

Hazard Zone B Marine Pollutant

DOT (Pictograms)

Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms

Federal and State
Regulations

Pennsylvania RTK: Crotonaldehyde

Massachusetts RTK: Crotonaldehyde
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Crotonaldehyde
SARA 302/304/311/312 extremely hazardous substances: Crotonaldehyde
SARA 313 toxic chemical notification and release reporting: Crotonaldehyde
CERCLA: Hazardous substances.: Crotonaldehyde

California
Proposition 65
Warnings
Other Regulations

OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).

Other Classifications

WHMIS (Canada)

DSCL (EEC)

HMIS (U.S.A.)

Health Hazard
Fire Hazard
Reactivity
Personal Protection

WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)

DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)

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CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8C (100F).
CLASS D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
CLASS D-2B: Material causing other toxic effects (TOXIC).
R11- Highly flammable.
R22- Harmful if swallowed.
R26- Very toxic by inhalation.
R35- Causes severe burns.

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TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)

ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)

Protective Equipment

Gloves.

Full suit.

Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an

approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Face shield.

Section 16. Other Information

MSDS Code

C4840

References

Not available.

Other Special
Considerations

Not available.

Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/11/2006.

Verified by Sonia Owen.

Printed 9/11/2006.

CALL (310) 516-8000

Notice to Reader
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper
methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.