MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC. -- TRANS-2-BUTENE -- - 
=====================  Product Identification  =====================

Product ID:TRANS-2-BUTENE
MSDS Date:Jan 24 1989
Kit Part:=== Responsible Party ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Info Phone Num:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
Chemtrec Ind/Phone:18004249300
=== Contractor Identification ===
Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:959 ROUTE 46 EAST
Box:City:PARSIPPANY
State:NJ
ZIP:07054-0624
Country:US
Phone:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
CAGE:Company Name:MATHESON TRI-GAS, INC.
Address:530 WATSON STREET
Box:City:WHITBY
State:ZIP:L1N 5R9
Country:ONTARIO, CANADA
Phone:(USA) 973-257-1100, (WHITBY) 905-668-3570, (EDMONTON)
    780-471-4036
CAGE:


=============  Composition/Information on Ingredients  =============

Ingred Name:TRANS-2-BUTENE
CAS:624-64-6
Fraction by Wt: 100.0%

=====================  Hazards Identification  =====================

Reports of Carcinogenicity:NTP:No    IARC:No	OSHA:No
Health Hazards Acute and Chronic:INHALATION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE:
    vomiting, headache, symptoms of drunkenness, disorientation,
    suffocation, convulsions, coma LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information
    is available SKIN CONTACT: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: burns, frostbite
    LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available EYE CONTACT: SHORT
    TERM EXPOSURE: frostbite, blurred vision LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no
    information is available INGESTION: SHORT TERM EXPOSURE: frostbite
    LONG TERM EXPOSURE: no information is available
Medical Cond Aggravated by Exposure:

=======================  First Aid Measures  =======================

First Aid: INHALATION: If adverse effects occur, remove to
    uncontaminated area. Give artificial respiration if not breathing.
    If breathing is difficult, oxygen should be administered by
    qualified personnel. Get immediate medical attention. SKIN CONTACT:
    If frostbite or freezing occur, immediately flush with plenty of
    lukewarm water (105-115 F; 41-46 C). DO NOT USE HOT WATER. If warm
    water is not available, gently wrap affected parts in blankets. Get
    immediate medical attention. EYE CONTACT: Contact with liquid:
    Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15
    minutes. Then get immediate medical attention. INGESTION: If a
    large amount is swallowed, get medical attention. NOTE TO
    PHYSICIAN: For inhalation, consider oxygen.

=====================  Fire Fighting Measures  =====================

Flash Point:-99 F (-73 C)
Autoignition Temp:615 F (324 C)
Lower Limits:1.8%
Upper Limits:9.7%
Extinguishing Media:carbon dioxide, regular dry chemical Large fires:
    Flood with fine water spray.
Fire Fighting Procedures:Move container from fire area if it can be
    done without risk. Cool containers with water spray until well
    after the fire is out. Stay away from the ends of tanks. For fires
    in cargo or storage area: Cool containers with water from unmanned
    hose holder or monitor nozzles until well after fire is out. If
    this is impossible then take the following precautions: Keep
    unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Let
    the fire burn. Withdraw immediately in case of rising sound from
    venting safety device or any discoloration of tanks due to fire.
    For tank, rail car or tank truck: Stop leak if possible without
    personal risk. Let burn unless leak can be stopped immediately. For
    smaller tanks or cylinders, extinguish and isolate from other
    flammables. Evacuation radius: 800 meters (1/2 mile). Do not
    attempt to extinguish fire unless flow of material can be stopped
    first. Flood with fine water spray. Cool containers with water
    spray until well after the fire i out. Apply water from a protected
    location or from a safe distance. Avoid inhalation of material or
    combustion by-products. Stay upwind and keep out of low areas.
    Evacuate if fire gets out of control or containers are directly
    exposed to fire. Evacuation radius: 500 meters (1/3 mile). Consider
    downwind evacuation if material is leaking. Stop flow of gas.
Unusual Fire/Explosion Hazard:Severe fire hazard. The vapor is heavier
    than air. Vapors or gases may ignite at distant ignition sources
    and flash back. Vapor/air mixtures are explosive above flash point.

==================  Accidental Release Measures  ==================

Spill Release Procedures:Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other sources
    of ignition. Do not touch spilled material. Stop leak if possible
    without personal risk. Reduce vapors with water spray. Keep
    unnecessary people away, isolate hazard area and deny entry. Remove
    sources of ignition. Ventilate closed spaces before entering.
Neutralizing Agent:

======================	Handling and Storage  ======================

Handling and Storage Precautions:Store and handle in accordance with
    all current regulations and standards. Grounding and bonding
    required. Subject to storage regulations: U.S. OSHA 29 CFR
    1910.101. Keep separated from incompatible substances.
Other Precautions:

=============  Exposure Controls/Personal Protection  =============

Respiratory Protection:Under conditions of frequent use or heavy
    exposure, respiratory protection may be needed. Respiratory
    protection is ranked in order from minimum to maximum. Consider
    warning properties before use. Any supplied-air respirator with a
    full facepiece that is operated in a pressure-demand or other
    positive-pressure mode. Any self-contained breathing apparatus that
    has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other
    positive-pressure mode. For Unknown Concentrations or Immediately
    Dangerous to Life or Health - Any supplied-air respirator with full
    facepiece and operated in a pressure-demand or other
    positive-pressure mode in combination with a separate escape
    supply. Any self-contained breathing apparatus with a full
    facepiece.
Ventilation:Ventilation equipment should be explosion-resistant if
    explosive concentrations of material are present. Provide local
    exhaust ventilation system. Ensure compliance with applicable
    exposure limits.
Protective Gloves:Wear insulated gloves.
Eye Protection:For the gas: Eye protection not required, but
    recommended. For the liquid: Wear splash resistant safety goggles.
    Contact lenses should not be worn. Provide an emergency eye wash
    fountain and quick drench shower in the immediate work area.
Other Protective Equipment:For the gas: Protective clothing is not
    required. For the liquid: Wear appropriate protective, cold
    insulating clothing.
Supplemental Safety and Health
 TRANS-2-BUTENE: No occupational exposure limits established.

==================  Physical/Chemical Properties  ==================

Boiling Pt:34 F (1 C)
Melt/Freeze Pt:-159 F (-106 C)
Vapor Pres:1592 mmHg @ 21 C
Vapor Density:1.95
Spec Gravity:0.613 @ 15.5 C
pH:Not applicable
Evaporation Rate & Reference:Not applicable
Solubility in Water:insoluble
Appearance and Odor:PHYSICAL STATE:gas COLOR:colorless ODOR:aromatic
    odor
Corrosion Rate:

=================  Stability and Reactivity Data  =================

Stability Indicator/Materials to Avoid:Stable at normal temperatures
    and pressure.
Stability Condition to Avoid:Avoid heat, flames, sparks and other
    sources of ignition. Minimize contact with material. Containers may
    rupture or explode if exposed to heat.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:Thermal decomposition products: oxides
    of carbon Thermal decomposition products: oxides of carbon
Conditions to Avoid Polymerization:Will not polymerize.

===================  Toxicological Information	===================

Toxicological Information:TRANS-2-BUTENE: TARGET ORGANS: central
    nervous system

=====================  Ecological Information  =====================

Ecological:Not available

====================  Disposal Considerations  ====================

Waste Disposal Methods:Dispose in accordance with all applicable
    regulations. Subject to disposal regulations: U.S. EPA 40 CFR 262.
    Hazardous Waste Number(s): D001.

===================  MSDS Transport Information  ===================

Transport Information:U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101: PROPER SHIPPING NAME:
    Butylene see also Petroleum gases, liquefied (trans-2-butene) ID
    NUMBER: UN1012 HAZARD CLASS OR DIVISION: 2.1 LABELING REQUIREMENTS:
    Flammable gas QUANTITY LIMITATIONS: PASSENGER AIRCRAFT OR RAILCAR:
    Forbidden CARGO AIRCRAFT ONLY: 150 kg

=====================  Regulatory Information  =====================

SARA Title III Information:  SARA TITLE III SECTION 302 EXTREMELY
    HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.30): Not regulated.  SARA TITLE
    III SECTION 304 EXTREMELY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 355.40): Not
    regulated.	SARA TITLE III SARA SECTIONS 311/312 HAZARDOUS
    CATEGORIES (40 CFR 370.21):   ACUTE: Yes  CHRONIC: No  FIRE: Yes 
    REACTIVE: No  SUDDEN RELEASE: Yes  SARA TITLE III SECTION 313 (40
    CFR 372.65): Not regulated.
Federal Regulatory Information:CERCLA SECTIONS 102a/103 HAZARDOUS
    SUBSTANCES (40 CFR 302.4): Not regulated. OSHA PROCESS SAFETY
    (29CFR1910.119): Not regulated.
State Regulatory Information: California Proposition 65: Not regulated.

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