Product Identification

Product Name

Butyl stearate

Synonyms

Butyl octadecanoate
Crodamol BS
Dibasic magnesium phosphate
Monomagnesium phosphate
Octadecanoic acid, butyl ester
Phosphoric acid, magnesium salt (1:1)
Starfol BS 100
Uniflex BYS-Code C

CAS

7757-86-0

CAS

123-95-5

Formula

C22H44O2

Formula

HMgO4P

Molecular Weight

120.28

Molecular Weight

340.59

EINECS

204-666-5

EINECS

231-823-5

RTECS

WI2900000

RTECS Class

Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant

Merck

12,1625

Merck

12,5718

Beilstein/Gmelin

1792866

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-01219

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Crystals from alcohol, propanol, or ether. Odorless or faintly fatty odor.

Appearance

White crystalline powder.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

21

Boiling Point

220

Vapor Pressure

1.30E-6 (20 C)

Density

0.854 g/cm3 (20 C)

Density

2.13 g/cm3

Heat Of Vaporization

97.13 kJ/mol

Usage

Direct food additive as synthetic flavor. Plasticizer.

Vapor Density

11.4

Refractive Index

1.44

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If large amounts were swallowed, give water to drink and get medical advice.

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Wash mouth out with water. Get medical aid if irritation or symptoms occur.

Inhalation

If a person breathes in large amounts, move the exposed person to fresh air.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Skin

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. If irritation develops, get medical aid.

Eyes

In case of eye contact, immediately flush with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Suitable for any general chemical storage area.

Storage

Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. No special precautions indicated.

Handling

Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Low hazard for usual industrial handling.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.

Personal Protection

Wear protective gloves and clean body-covering clothing. Use chemical safety goggles and/or full face shield where dusting or splashing of solutions is possible.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Respirators

or emergencies, or instances where the exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING: Air purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.

Exposure Effects

Reproductive effects have been reported in animals.

Poison Class

-

Poison Class

5

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

190

Autoignition

355

Fire Fighting

Use extinguishing media appropriate for surrounding fire. Wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or water fog.

Upper exp. limit

2.3

Lower exp. limit

.3

Fire Potential

Not expected to be a fire hazard.

Fire Potential

Slightly flammable. Fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame; it can react with oxidizing materials.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

1

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents.

Stability

Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions.

Stability

Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2915 70 80