Properties

• Appearance:

  colourless liquid

• Density:

  4.76 (vs air)

• Melting point:

  −43 °C(lit.)

• Boiling point:

  193 °C(lit.)

• Flashing point:

  58 °C

• Coefficient of refraction:

  n20/D 1.481(lit.)

• Explosion limit:

  0.7-4.9 %, 100 °F

• Natural temperature:

  482 °F

• Vapor density:

  4.76 (vs air)

• Vapour pressure:

  42 mmHg ( 92 °C)

Safety Information

• Symbol:

  

• Signal words:

  Danger

• Hazard statements:

  H226 Flammable liquid and vapour.

  H304 May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways.

  H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

  H331 Toxic if inhaled.

  H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

• Precautionary statements:

  P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. — No smoking.

  P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.

  P301+P310 IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

  P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water/shower.

  P304+P340+P310 IF INHALED:Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.

  P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.

  P331 Do NOT induce vomiting.

  P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.