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Benzyl butyrate

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[Flash Point]

107
[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 water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam.
[Ingestion]

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
[Inhalation]

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

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
[Eyes]

Immediately 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. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. 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.
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 24/25
[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]

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

Clear, colorless liquid. Floral-like odor.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Boiling Point]

240
[Density]

1.0274 g/cm3 (0 C)
[Vapor Density]

6.15
[Refractive Index]

1.493 (20 C)
[Product Name]

Benzyl butanoate
[Synonyms]

Benzyl butyrate
Butanoic acid, phenylmethyl ester
Phenylmethyl butanoate
[CAS]

"CASEN_103-37-7.htm">103-37-7
[Formula]

C11H14O2
[Molecular Weight]

178.23
[EINECS]

203-105-1
[RTECS]

ES7350000
[RTECS Class]

Other
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

2047625
[Beilstein Reference]

4-06-00-02266
[Small spills/leaks]

Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place in a closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation.
[Incompatibilities]

Oxidizing agents.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

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