International Chemical Safety Cards

trans-2-BUTENE ICSC: 0398
trans-2-BUTENE
2-Butene, (E)-
trans-Dimethylethylene
beta-trans-Butylene
(cylinder)
C4H8/CH3-HC=CH-CH3
Molecular mass: 56.1
CAS # 624-64-6

ICSC # 0398
UN # 1012
EC # 601-012-00-4
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Extremely flammable.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out; in other cases extinguish with water spray.
EXPLOSION Gas/air mixtures are explosive.
Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding) if in liquid state. Use non-sparking handtools. Flame arrester to prevent flash-back from burner to cylinder.
In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.
EXPOSURE


  • INHALATION
    		• Dizziness. Unconsciousness.
    		Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
    		Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
  • SKIN
    		• ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.
    		Cold-insulating gloves.
    		ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Refer for medical attention.
  • EYES
    		• See skin.
    		Face shield.
    		First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
  • INGESTION

    		• Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.

    SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
    Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. NEVER direct water jet on liquid (extra personal protection: chemical suit including self-contained breathing apparatus).
    		Fireproof. Store outside or in a separate well-ventilated building. Cool.

    F+ symbol
    R: 12
    S: (2)-9-16-33
    Note: C
    UN Hazard Class: 2.1
    SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
    ICSC: 0398 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1996

    International Chemical Safety Cards

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    PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
     COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS.

    PHYSICAL DANGERS:
     The gas is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible, and may accumulate in low ceiling spaces causing deficiency of oxygen. As a result of flow, agitation, etc., electrostatic charges can be generated.

    CHEMICAL DANGERS:

    OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
     TLV not established.


    		ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
     The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

    INHALATION RISK:
     On loss of containment this liquid evaporates very quickly causing supersaturation of the air with serious risk of suffocation when in confined areas.

    EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
    Rapid evaporation of the liquid may cause frostbite. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure may result in unconsciousness.


    PHYSICAL
    PROPERTIES
    Boiling point: 1░C
    Melting point: -105░C
    Relative density (water = 1): 0.6
    Solubility in water: none
    Vapour pressure, kPa at 20░C: 212
    		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1.9
    Flash point: Flammable gas
    Auto-ignition temperature: 324░C
    Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.8-9.7
    Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.31
    ENVIRONMENTAL
    DATA
    N O T E S
    High concentrations in the air cause a deficiency of oxygen with the risk of unconsciousness or death. Check oxygen content before entering area. Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. The recommendations on this Card also apply to cis-2-butene (ICSC # 0397).
    Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-500
    NFPA Code: H1; F4; R0
    ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


    ICSC: 0398 trans-2-BUTENE
    © IPCS, CEC, 1996
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