Butyronitrile

Synonyms: n-Propyl cyanide

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name Butyronitrile
Product Form Substance
Catalogue No. AL1008
CAS Number 109-74-0
EC Number 203-700-6
EC Index Number 607-001-00-0
Grade 99%
HSN Code 29269090
Molecular Formula C4H7N
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name Butyronitrile
Catalogue No. AL1008
Product form Substance
CAS Number 109-74-0
EC Number 203-700-6
Grade 99%
EC Index Number 607-001-00-0
Chemical Formula C4H7N
HSN Code 29269090
Synonyms n-Propyl cyanide
Chemical Structure -
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture Solvent and synthetic intermediate in organic synthesis.
Uses advised against Not specified
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Flam. Liq. 2; Acute Tox. 3
Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8008 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms Flammable, Acute Toxic
Signal word Danger
Hazard statements H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H301+H311+H331: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled; H301: Toxic if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H331: Toxic if inhaled
Precautionary statements P210, P233, P240, P241, P242, P243, P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P280, P301+P316, P302+P352, P303+P361+P353, P304+P340, P316, P321, P330, P361+P364, P370+P378, P403+P233, P403+P235, P405, P501
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards May cause respiratory irritation and central nervous system effects.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name Butyronitrile
CAS No. 109-74-0
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and get medical attention promptly.
First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use Headache, dizziness, nausea, and respiratory distress.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures The vapour mixes well with air, explosive mixtures are easily formed.
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures Evacuate area. Use appropriate protective equipment. Contain and collect spillage.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).
Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong reducing agents, strong bases, strong acids and food and feedstuffs. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state Liquid
Colour Colorless
Odour Sharp, suffocating odor.
Odour threshold Not specified
pH value Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified
Melting point -112 °C
Freezing point Not specified
Boiling point 117.5 °C @ 760 mm Hg
Flash point 17 °C
Auto-ignition temperature 935 °F (501 °C)
Decomposition temperature Not specified
Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable liquid
Vapour pressure Vapor pressure: 10 mm Hg @ 15 °C; 40 mm Hg @ 38 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C 2.4 (Air= 1)
Density 0.8091 @ 0 °C/4 °C
Solubility Miscible with alc, ether, dimethylformamide
Log Pow 0.53
Viscosity, kinematic Not specified
Viscosity, dynamic Not specified
Explosive properties Not explosive
Oxidising properties Not oxidizing
Explosive limits 1.2 - 7.5% (v/v) in air
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes on burning. Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces, flames or acids. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen cyanide and nitrogen oxides.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials Strong oxidizers, strong acids, and bases.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of NOx and CN- nitrogen oxides and cyanides.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity LD50 Rat oral 135 mg/kg; LD50 Rat sc 200 mg/kg
Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified (based on available data)
Serious eye damage/irritation Not classified (based on available data)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Not classified (based on available data)
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information Not specified
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability Not specified
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential Not specified
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil Not specified
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions Not specified
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN number
UN-No. (ADR) 2411
UN-No. (IMDG) 2411
UN-No. (IATA) 2411
UN-No. (ADN) 2411
UN-No. (RID) 2411
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Butyronitrile
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Butyronitrile
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Butyronitrile
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Butyronitrile
Proper Shipping Name (RID) Butyronitrile
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es) 3 (6.1)
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR) II
Packing group (IMDG) II
Packing group (IATA) II
Packing group (ADN) II
Packing group (RID) II
14.5 Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment Not specified
Marine pollutant Not specified
Other information No supplementary information available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified
SECTION 16: Other Information
Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.