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n-Butyl lactate |
CAS 138-22-7 | ||
CH3CH(OH)COOC4H9 |
RTECS OD4025000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names Butyl ester of 2-hydroxypropanoic acid, Butyl ester of lactic acid, Butyl lactate |
DOT ID & Guide 1993 128 (combustible liquid, n.o.s.) |
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 5 ppm (25 mg/m3) | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion 1 ppm = 5.98 mg/m3 | ||
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Physical Description Clear, colorless to white liquid with a mild, transient odor. |
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MW: 146.2 |
BP: 370°F |
FRZ: -45°F |
Sol: Slight |
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VP: 0.4 mmHg |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr: 0.98 |
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Fl.P: 160°F |
UEL: ? |
LEL: 1.15% |
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| Class IIIA Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 140°F and below 200°F. | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong acids & bases, strong oxidizers, heat, sparks, open flames |
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Measurement Methods None available See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: No recommendation Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash immediately Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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| Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
| Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat; drowsiness, headache, central nervous system depression; nausea, vomiting | |
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system |
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| See also: INTRODUCTION |