| [Flash Point] 79 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. 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] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [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 prevent skin exposure. | |
| [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. | |
| [Appearance] White solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Very soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 40-43 | |
| [Boiling Point] 206 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.06 (25 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 4.02 (pKb) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] .45 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 51.5 kJ/mol | |
| [Product Name] (2S,3S)-2-Amino-3-methyl-1-pentanol | |
| [Synonyms] 1-Pentanol, 2-amino-3-methyl-, [S-(R*,R*)]- 2-Amino-3-methylpentan-1-ol | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_24629-25-2.htm">24629-25-2 | |
| [Formula] C6H15NO | |
| [Molecular Weight] 117.19 | |
| [EINECS] 246-371-4 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1846870 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Avoid generating dusty conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents - acids. | |
| [Stability] Substance readily absorbs carbon dioxide from air. | |
| [Decomposition] Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |