Product Identification

Product Name

3-Chloro-2-butanone

Synonyms

1-Chloroethyl methyl ketone
2-Chloro-3-butanone
3-Chlorobutan-2-one
3-Chlorobutanone

CAS

4091-39-8

Formula

C4H7ClO

Molecular Weight

106.55

EINECS

223-834-9

RTECS

EL7062000

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

385637

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-03256

EC Class

flammable, irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Yellow clear liquid

Solubility in water

Soluble

Boiling Point

114

Vapor Pressure

203 (25 C)

Density

1.032 g/cm3 (0 C)

Refractive Index

1.4219 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.

Inhalation

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

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

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Flammables-area.

Handling

Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 10 22 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 23 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

1224

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

23

Autoignition

460

Fire Fighting

Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. Extinguish fire using water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Lower exp. limit

2.3

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, while using/wearing the proper protective equipment.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

2

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

UN Number

1224

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2914 70 90