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2,2,4-TRIMETHYL-1,3-PENTANEDIOL MONOISOBUTYRATE

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Chemical Identifiers

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CAS Number UN/NA Number DOT Hazard Label USCG CHRIS Code
  • 25265-77-4
none data unavailable
NIOSH Pocket Guide International Chem Safety Card
none
NFPA 704
data unavailable
General Description
Colorless liquid with a mild characteristic odor. Floats on water. (USCG, 1999)

Hazards

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Reactivity Alerts
none
Air & Water Reactions
No rapid reaction with air. No rapid reaction with water.
Fire Hazard
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Irritating vapors and toxic gases, such as carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, may be formed when involved in fire. (USCG, 1999)
Health Hazard
Exposure can cause mild irritation of eyes, nose and throat. (USCG, 1999)
Reactivity Profile
2,2,4-TRIMETHYL-1,3-PENTANEDIOL MONOISOBUTYRATE is an ester. Esters react with acids to liberate heat along with alcohols and acids. Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products. Heat is also generated by the interaction of esters with caustic solutions. Flammable hydrogen is generated by mixing esters with alkali metals and hydrides. Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Irritating vapors and toxic gases, such as carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, may be formed when involved in fire (USCG, 1999).
Belongs to the Following Reactive Group(s)
Potentially Incompatible Absorbents

No information available.

Response Recommendations

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Isolation and Evacuation
No information available.
Firefighting
Fire Extinguishing Agents Not to Be Used: Since material is lighter than water and insoluble, fire could be spread by using water in an uncontained area.

Fire Extinguishing Agents: Dry chemical, alcohol foam, or carbon dioxide. (USCG, 1999)
Non-Fire Response
No information available.
Protective Clothing
Where splashing is possible wear full face shield or chemical safety goggles. (USCG, 1999)
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No information available.
First Aid
Get medical attention.

INHALATION: Remove to fresh air.

EYES: Flush with water for at least 15 min., lifting lids occasionally.

SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash with soap and water. (USCG, 1999)

Physical Properties

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Note: For Vapor Density and Specific Gravity, comparing the value to 1.0 can tell you if the chemical will likely sink/rise in air or sink/float in fresh water (respectively). Short phrases have been added to those values below as an aid. However, make sure to also consider the circumstances of a release. The Vapor Density comparisons are only valid when the gas escaping is at the same temperature as the surrounding air itself. If the chemical is escaping from a container where it was pressurized or refrigerated, it may first escape and behave as a heavy gas and sink in the air (even if it has a Vapor Density value less than 1). Also, the Specific Gravity comparisons are for fresh water (density 1.0 g/mL). If your spill is in salt water (density about 1.027 g/mL), you need to adjust the point of comparison. There are some chemicals that will sink in fresh water and float in salt water.
Chemical Formula:
  • (CH3)2CHCH[OH]C(CH3)2CH2OCOCH(CH3)2
Flash Point: 248°F (USCG, 1999)
Lower Explosive Limit (LEL): 0.62 % at 300°F (USCG, 1999)
Upper Explosive Limit (UEL): 4.24 % at 393°F (USCG, 1999)
Autoignition Temperature: data unavailable
Melting Point: data unavailable
Vapor Pressure: data unavailable
Vapor Density (Relative to Air): data unavailable
Specific Gravity: 0.95 at 68°F (USCG, 1999) - Less dense than water; will float
Boiling Point: 471°F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999)
Molecular Weight: 216.31 (USCG, 1999)
Water Solubility: data unavailable
Ionization Energy/Potential: data unavailable
IDLH: data unavailable

AEGLs (Acute Exposure Guideline Levels)

No AEGL information available.

ERPGs (Emergency Response Planning Guidelines)

No ERPG information available.

PACs (Protective Action Criteria)

Chemical PAC-1 PAC-2 PAC-3
Trimethyl-1,3-pentanediol monoisobutyrate, 2,2,4-; (Texanol) (25265-77-4) 13 mg/m3 140 mg/m3 840 mg/m3 LEL = 6000 ppm
(DOE, 2024)

Regulatory Information

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EPA Consolidated List of Lists

No regulatory information available.

CISA Chemical Facility Anti-Terrorism Standards (CFATS)

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OSHA Process Safety Management (PSM) Standard List

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Alternate Chemical Names

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