ICSC 1020 - gamma-BUTYROLACTONE

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gamma-BUTYROLACTONE	ICSC: 1020 (May 2018)
1,4-Butanolide Butyric acid lactone Tetrahydro-2-furanone Dihydro-2(3H)-furanone

CAS #: 96-48-0

EC Number: 202-509-5

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with incompatible substances. See Chemical Dangers.	NO open flames. NO contact with incompatible materials: See Chemical Dangers	Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Drowsiness.	Use ventilation.	Fresh air, rest. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED!	Protective gloves.	Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Vomiting. Drowsiness. Laboured breathing. Unconsciousness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER Harmful if swallowed Causes serious eye damage May cause drowsiness or dizziness Harmful to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Store only in original container. Separated from acids, alcohols, amines, bases and oxidants. Dry. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING

gamma-BUTYROLACTONE

ICSC: 1020

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS OILY HYGROSCOPIC LIQUID. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Reacts with acids, bases, alcohols, amines and oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Decomposes on burning. This produces irritating fumes.	Formula: C₄H₆O₂ Molecular mass: 86.1 Boiling point: 204°C Melting point: -44°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.13 (20°C) Solubility in water: very soluble Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.15 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0 Flash point: 98°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 455°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.4-16.0 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.64

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS OILY HYGROSCOPIC LIQUID.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Reacts with acids, bases, alcohols, amines and oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Decomposes on burning. This produces irritating fumes.

Formula: C₄H₆O₂
Molecular mass: 86.1
Boiling point: 204°C
Melting point: -44°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.13 (20°C)
Solubility in water: very soluble
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.15
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.0
Flash point: 98°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 455°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.4-16.0
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.64

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, by ingestion and through the skin. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. Ingestion could cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in excitement and central nervous system depression. Exposure at high concentrations could cause respiratory failure, convulsions and unconsciousness. See Notes.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, by ingestion and through the skin.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. Ingestion could cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in excitement and central nervous system depression. Exposure at high concentrations could cause respiratory failure, convulsions and unconsciousness. See Notes.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK skin absorption (H)

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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