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n-Amyl acetate

Synonyms & Trade Names
Amyl acetic ester, Amyl acetic ether, 1-Pentanol acetate, Pentyl ester of acetic acid, Primary amyl acetate
CAS No.
628-63-7
RTECS No.
AJ1925000
DOT ID & Guide
1104 129
Formula
CH₃COO[CH₂]₄CH₃
Conversion
1 ppm = 5.33 mg/m3
IDLH
1000 ppm
See: 628637
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 100 ppm (525 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL
TWA 100 ppm (525 mg/m3)
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1450 , 2549;
OSHA 7
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a persistent banana-like odor.
Molecular Weight
130.2
Boiling Point
301°F
Freezing Point
-95°F
Solubility
0.2%
Vapor Pressure
4 mmHg
Ionization Potential
?
Specific Gravity
0.88
Flash Point
77°F
Upper Exposive Limit
7.5%
Lower Explosive Limit
1.1%
Class IC Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 73°F and below 100°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Nitrates; strong oxidizers, alkalis & acids
Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, nose; dermatitis; possible central nervous system depression, narcosis
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet (flammable)
Change:No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Water flush promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

NIOSH/OSHA

Up to 1000 ppm:
(APF = 10) Any chemical cartridge respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)*
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
(APF = 25) Any powered, air-purifying respirator with organic vapor cartridge(s)*
(APF = 10) Any supplied-air respirator*
(APF = 50) Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece

Emergency or planned entry into unknown concentrations or IDLH conditions:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus

Escape:
(APF = 50) Any air-purifying, full-facepiece respirator (gas mask) with a chin-style, front- or back-mounted organic vapor canister
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also
INTRODUCTION   ICSC CARD: 0218

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