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Physical Properties |
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Molecular weight |
74.12 |
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Boiling point |
117.5°C |
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Vapor pressure |
4.4 Torr at 20°C |
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Freezing point |
-88.62°C |
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Refractive index |
1.3993 at 20°C |
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Density |
0.8097 g/mL (6.757 lb/gal) at 20°C |
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0.8060 g/mL (6.726 lb/gal) at 25°C |
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Dielectric constant |
17.51 at 25°C |
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Dipole moment |
1.75 D at 25°C |
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Solvent group |
2 |
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Polarity index (P’) |
3.9 |
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Eluotropic value on alumina |
0.7 |
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Viscosity |
2.98 cP at 20°C |
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Surface tension |
24.57 dyn/cm at 20°C |
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Solubility in water |
7.81% at 20°C |
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Solubility of water in n-butyl alcohol |
20.07% at 20°C |
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Regulatory and Safety Data |
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DOT Proper Shipping Name |
Butanol |
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DOT Hazard Class |
3, Flammable Liquid |
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Packing Group |
II |
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UN Identification Number |
UN1120 |
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Storage |
Store in an area designed for flammable storage, or in an approved metal cabinet away from direct sunlight, heat and sources of ignition. |
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EPA applicable waste code(s) |
U031, F003, D001 |
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Flash point |
98°F (37°C) by closed cup |
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Lower explosive limit |
1.4% |
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Upper explosive limit |
11.2% |
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Time Weighted Average |
50 ppm ACGIH |
