Product Identification

Product Name

Isoamyl formate

Synonyms

3-Methyl-1-butanol formate
3-Methylbutyl formate
Isoamyl formate
Isoamyl methanoate
Peroxide, 1-[3,5-bis(1-methylethyl)phenyl]-1-methylethyl 1,1-dimethylethyl-

CAS

110-45-2

CAS

68527-47-9

Formula

C19H32O2

Formula

C6H12O2

Molecular Weight

116.16

Molecular Weight

292.45999999999998

EINECS

203-769-2

RTECS

NT0185000

RTECS Class

Primary Irritant

Merck

12,5133

Beilstein/Gmelin

1739893

Beilstein/Gmelin

NA

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00030

EC Index Number

607-018-00-3

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

101

Melting Point

-93

Boiling Point

124

Boiling Point

323

Vapor Pressure

12 (25 C)

Density

0.859 g/mL (25 C)

Partition Coefficient

6.05

Heat Of Vaporization

36.4 kJ/mol

Usage

Artificial fruit syrups.

Refractive Index

1.3976

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Ingestion

Seek medical assistance.

Inhalation

Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

Inhalation

Causes irritation.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.

Skin

Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Remove material from skin immediately. Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Skin

May cause severe injury or burns.

Eyes

Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Eyes

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Eyes

See Skin.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

Storage

Keep tightly closed. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. Store in a cool dry place.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

See Skin.

Inhalation

Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause irritation or burns.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. Multiple Routes: May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. Vapor or mist is irritating to the eyes, mucous membranes, and upper respiratory tract.

Eyes

See Skin.

Hazards

Flammable liquid. Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.

Hazards

May explode from heat, shock, friction or contamination. May ignite combustibles (wood, paper, oil, clothing, etc.).

EC Risk Phrase

10 36/37

EC Safety Phrase

24

UN (DOT)

9187

UN (DOT)

1109

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Exposure Effects

Flammable. Irritant. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

22

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Fire Fighting

Small Fires: Water spray or fog is preferred; if water not available use dry chemical, carbon dioxide or regular foam. Large Fires: Flood fire area with water from a distance. Use water spray or fog; do not use straight streams.

Upper exp. limit

1.2

Lower exp. limit

8

Fire Potential

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.

Fire Potential

May be ignited by heat, sparks or flames. May burn rapidly with flare-burning effect.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Cover with dry-lime, sand, or soda ash. Place in covered containers using non-sparking tools and transport outdoors. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Small spills/leaks

ELIMINATE all ignition sources and combustible materials. Do not touch spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Keep substance wet using water spray. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Take up with inert, damp, noncombustible material using clean non-sparking tools and place into loosely covered plastic containers for later disposal. For large spills, contact specialist for clean-up or disposal instructions.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

1109

UN Number

9187

Hazard Class

3

Hazard Class

5.2