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sec-Hexyl acetate

Synonyms & Trade Names
1,3-Dimethylbutyl acetate, Methylisoamyl acetate
CAS No.
108-84-9
RTECS No.
SA7525000
DOT ID & Guide
1233 130
Formula
C₈H₁₆O₂
Conversion
1 ppm = 5.90 mg/m3
IDLH
500 ppm
See: 108849
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 50 ppm (300 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL
TWA 50 ppm (300 mg/m3)
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 1450;
OSHA 7
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a mild, pleasant, fruity odor.
Molecular Weight
144.2
Boiling Point
297°F
Freezing Point
-83°F
Solubility
0.08%
Vapor Pressure
3 mmHg
Ionization Potential
?
Specific Gravity
0.86
Flash Point
113°F
Upper Exposive Limit
?
Lower Explosive Limit
?
Class II Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 100°F and below 140°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Nitrates; strong oxidizers, alkalis & acids
Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat; headache; In Animals: 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 or contaminated
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 500 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: 1335

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