SAFETY DATA SHEET

Butane

1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Identifier Butane
Synonyms: Commercial Grade Butane; Liquefied Petroleum Gas; Mixed Butane; Non-Commercial Grade Butane
Intended use of the Fuel
product:
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2. HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
According to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.1200 HCS
Classification of the Substance or Mixture
Classification (GHS-US):
Flam. Gas Category 1 H220
Compressed gas H280
Simple Asphyxiant

Labeling Elements

Signal Word (GHS-US): Danger

Hazard Statements (GHS-US): H220 - Extremely flammable gas.
H280 - Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated.
May displace oxygen and cause rapid suffocation.

Precautionary Statements (GHS-US): P210 - Keep away from heat, open flames, hot surfaces, sparks. - No smoking.
P271+403 – Use and Store only outdoors or in a well-ventilated place
P377 - Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely.
P381 - Eliminate all ignition sources if safe to do so.
P410+P403 – Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place.
P501 – Dispose of contents/container according to local, regional, national, and
international regulations.

Other information:
NFPA 704
Health: 1
Fire: 4
Reactivity: 0

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3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Chemical Composition Information
Mixture
Name Product Identifier (CAS#) % (w/w) Classification
Butane 106-97-8 and 75-28-5 85 - 100 Simple Asphy; Flam Gas 1, H220;
Compressed gas, H280
Propylene 115-07-1 <5 Simple Asphy; Flam Gas 1, H220;
Compressed gas, H280
Propane 74-98-6 <1.5 Simple Asphy; Flam Gas 1, H220;
Compressed gas, H280
Pentane 109-66-0 0-3 Flam Liq 2, H225; STOT SE 3, H336; Asp
Tox 1, H304; Aquatic Chronic 2, H411

4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Route Measures
Inhalation Move person to fresh air and seek medical attention. If person is not breathing, provide artificial respiration.
Provide additional oxygen once breathing is restored if trained.

Ingestion This material is a gas under normal atmospheric conditions and ingestion is unlikely. Risk of ingestion is
extremely low. However, if oral exposure occurs do not induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
Eye Contact If injury is due to pressure, treat abrasions/contusions symptomatically. In case of freeze burn cover eyes to
protect from light and then seek medical attention.
Skin Contact If injury is due to pressure, treat abrasions/contusions symptomatically. Remove contaminated clothing. In
case of blistering, frostbite or freeze burns seek immediate medical attention.

Most Important Symptoms

Simple asphyxiants are inert gases or vapors that displace oxygen from the air, primarily in enclosed spaces, and, thus, result in
hypoxia. Dermal exposure may cause frostbite.
Immediate Medical Attention and Special Treatment
If prolonged exposure or hypoxia is suspected, provide ventilation and oxygenation and administer 100% humidified
supplemental oxygen with assisted ventilation, as required. Rewarm or use topical treatment for frostbite injury. If eyes were
exposed, irrigate with copious amounts of room temperature water for at least 15 minutes and seek medical attention.

5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Media
Any extinguisher suitable for Class B fires, dry chemical, C02, water spray, firefighting foam, or Halon. However, fires should
not be extinguished unless flow of gas can be immediately stopped.
Specific Hazards / Products of Combustion
Evacuate area. Stay upwind. Butane is an explosion hazard and causes a dangerous fire when vapors are ignited from heat,
spark, open flame or other source of ignition. Butane is heavier than air and may travel long distances to a point of ignition and
flash back. Container may explode in heat or fire. Butane releases flammable gas at well below ambient temperatures and
readily forms a flammable mixture with air.
Combustion may produce carbon monoxide and other products of incomplete combustion.
Special Precautions and Protective Equipment for Firefighters
If a leak has not ignited, use water spray to contain the vapors and to protect personnel attempting to stop the leak.
Boiling cryogenic liquids confined to tanks or containers exposed to fire could cause a boiling liquid expanding vapor explosion
(BLEVE)
Gas and liquid are odorless. A combustible gas indicator should be used in the event of a release to determine if a flammable

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atmosphere is present.
For fires in enclosed/confined areas, a self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA) must be worn.
Unless creating a greater hazard, gas fires should not be extinguished. Re-accumulation of gas can result in an explosion. Fire
impingement on surfaces (especially if the fire has been ongoing for a long period of time) could create sufficient heat to
reignite product.
Fire Fighting Equipment/Instructions
Gas fires should not be extinguished unless flow of gas can be immediately stopped. Use water spray to protect personnel
attempting to shut off gas source. Allow gas to burn out. Use water to cool equipment, surfaces and containers exposed to fire
and excessive heat to prevent BLEVE. Remove combustible materials from immediate area if it can be done so safely. For large
fire the use of unmanned hose holders or monitor nozzles may be advantageous to further minimize personnel exposure.
Isolate area, particularly around ends of storage vessels. Let vessel, tank car or container burn unless leak can be stopped. Stay
away from the ends of tanks and transports. Withdraw immediately in the event of a rising sound from a venting safety device.
Large fires typically require specially trained personnel and equipment to isolate and extinguish the fire.
Firefighting activities that may result in potential exposure to high heat, smoke or toxic by-products of combustion should
require NIOSH- approved pressure-demand self-contained breathing apparatus with full face piece and protective clothing.

Refer to Section 9 for fire properties of this chemical including flash point, auto ignition temperature, and explosive limits.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Precautions
Do not touch if in a liquid state as it is a frost bite/freeze burn hazard. Avoid all contact with skin, eyes, or clothing. Avoid
breathing gas. Use special care to avoid static electric charges. Eliminate every possible source of ignition. Keep away from
heat, sparks, open flames and hot surfaces.
Use appropriate personal protective equipment to prevent skin and eye contact. Use of NIOSH approved Self-Contained
Breathing Apparatus may be necessary due to oxygen displacement. Direct reading air monitoring for oxygen and combustible
gasses should be used during release response. Product is odorless which can result in unrecognized accumulation of
flammable vapors without direct reading instruments.
Emergency Measures
Evacuate nonessential personnel and secure all ignition sources. No road flares, smoking or flames in hazard area. Consider
wind direction, stay upwind and uphill, if possible. Evaluate the direction of product travel. Vapor cloud may be white, but
color will dissipate as cloud disperses - fire and explosion hazard is still present. Releases indoors should be controlled remotely
from a safe area. All personnel should evacuate interior locations using great care not to generate ignition sources. Product is
heavier than air. Passive ventilation may be used to dilute gas concentrations to prevent an explosive atmosphere.
Environmental Precautions
Do not flush down sewer or drainage systems if in a liquid state.
Containment and Clean-Up Methods
Stop the source of the release, if safe to do so. Use a water spray to control vapors while personnel attempt to shut off source
from a distance. Due the potential for fire or explosion from accumulation of vapors, spills or releases of this product should
not be contained. Diversionary structures may be used to keep out of low lying areas, catch basins, culverts, and water bodies.
Product should not be flushed or sprayed with water in a liquid state. Firefighting foam is not an effective knock-down agent
for this product. Water fog sprayed into the air as a mist may be used as a capable knock-down agent. By forced ventilation,
maintain concentration of gas below the range of explosive mixture. Remove the tank or cylinder to an open area if this can be
done safely without generating an ignition source. Leave to bleed off in the atmosphere.
Response and cleanup crews must be properly trained and must utilize proper protective equipment.

Refer to Section 8 for additional information, cleanup methods, and environmental precautions.

7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling Precautions
Handle as a flammable gas. Keep away from heat, sparks, and open flame. No smoking. Electrical equipment should be

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approved for classified areas. Bond and ground containers during product transfer pursuant to NFPA 52, NFPA 58, NFPA 70 and
API RP 2003 to reduce the possibility of static-initiated fire or explosion. Use only in well ventilated areas. Product can displace
oxygen at high concentrations. Do not enter confined spaces where product may be present. Test all confined spaces where
product may accumulate for the presence of oxygen and combustible vapors.
Storage
Compressed gases may be stored in the open only if they are adequately protected from the weather and direct sunlight.
Storage areas should be located at a safe distance from occupied premises and neighboring dwellings. Protect against physical
damage. Outdoor or detached storage is preferred. Store in cool, well ventilated place and isolate from oxidizing agents.
Prohibit open flame/smoking. Keep away from flame, sparks, excessive temperatures and open flame. Inspect for leakage
occasionally. Check local fire codes and requirements for storage limitations / prohibitions indoors. Outdoor storage is
recommended. Keep containers out of direct sunlight and exposed to temperatures in excess of 125 ˚F.
Only qualified personnel with approved dispensing equipment may load / or unload this product. Keep containers closed and
clearly labeled. Store / transfer only into approved containers. Label all secondary containers that this material is transferred
into with the chemical name and associated hazard(s). Empty product containers or vessels may contain explosive vapors. Do
not pressurize, cut, heat, weld or expose such containers to sources of ignition. Post “No Smoking” signs in product handling
and storage areas.
Incompatibles
Keep away from strong oxidizers, ignition sources and heat.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION

Occupational Exposure Limits
Component CAS # List Value
Butane 106-97-8 and 75-28-5 ACGIH TWA 1000 ppm
Propylene 115-07-1 ACGIH TWA 500 ppm
Propane 74-98-6 ACGIH TWA SA*
OSHA PEL 1000 ppm
Pentane 109-66-0 ACGIH TWA 1000 ppm
OSHA PEL 1000 ppm
SA: Simple Asphyxiant. Significant quantities of component may displace oxygen, which is the limiting factor for exposure. See Appendix F of
ACGIH Threshold Limit Values for Chemical Substances and Physical Agents for more information.

Engineering Controls
Product should only be stored and conveyed in equipment and using materials specifically designed for gas service. Systems
should be designed and installed by qualified personnel. Use adequate ventilation to keep vapor concentrations of this product
below occupational exposure and lower flammable limits. Do not vent indoors or other confined areas. If current ventilation
practices are not adequate to maintain airborne concentrations below the established exposure or explosive limits, additional
engineering controls may be required.
Intrinsically safe equipment and non-sparking tools shall be used in circumstances where concentrations may exceed lower
flammable limits. Grounding and bonding shall be used to prevent accumulation and discharge of static electricity.
Personal Protective Equipment
Exposure Equipment
Eye / Face Safety glasses and face shield should be used to minimize potential injury on contact with pressurized gas.
Skin Use cold-impervious, insulating gloves where contact with pressurized gas may occur. The use of skin
protection is not normally required. It is always good industrial hygiene practice to use gloves and apron
when working with cryogenic liquid. Clothing and shoes should be static dissipative and fire resistant when
dispensing large quantities of product with a potential for concentrations to exceed lower flammable limits
during routine operations or reasonably foreseeable malfunctions or emergencies.

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Exposure Equipment
Respiratory Use a NIOSH approved self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA), respirator or equivalent in a pressure
demand or other positive pressure. It should be used in situations of oxygen deficiency (oxygen content less
than 19.5%) or unknown exposure concentrations. Refer to OSHA 29 CFR 1910.134, ANSI Z88.2-1992, NIOSH
Respirator Decision Logic, and the manufacturer for additional guidance on respiratory protection selection
and limitations. CAUTION: Flammability limits (i.e., explosion hazard) should be considered when assessing
the need to expose personnel to concentrations requiring respiratory protection.

Thermal Liquid is cryogenic. Use impervious face shield, garments or apron if contact with liquid is anticipated. Wear
loose fitting insulated gloves.
Primary hazard of this product is storage at pressure, asphyxiation and fire. Personal protective equipment is not an effective
control for physical hazards. These hazards should be recognized and avoided when encountered.

9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Property Value Comments
Appearance Colorless gas
Odor Odorless
Odor Threshold N/A
pH Not applicable
Melting Point -216 ˚F (-138 ˚C)
Boiling Point Range 31 ˚F (-0.5 ˚C)
Flash Point -76 ˚F (-60 ˚C)
Evaporation Rate Not applicable
Flammability Flammable Gas
Flammable Limits 1.9% - 8.5% by volume
Vapor Pressure 207 KPa @ 70 ˚F (21 ˚C)
Vapor Density 2 (air = 1)
Material Density Not applicable
Solubility very slight
Partition Coefficient (N- Not applicable
octanol/water)
Autoignition Temperature 550˚F (287 ˚C)
Decomposition Temperature Evaporation or ignition likely before decomposition will occur
Viscosity Not applicable
Percent Volatiles 100%

10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Stability
Stable under normal ambient and anticipated conditions of use.
Reactivity
Avoid all possible sources of ignition. Heat will increase pressure in the storage tank.

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Possibility of Hazardous Reactions

Hazardous polymerization will not occur.
Incompatibility
Strong oxidizers.
Conditions to Avoid
High temperatures, open flames, sparks, welding, smoking, all ignition sources.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Not anticipated under normal conditions of use. Byproducts of combustion include oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide, carbon
monoxide.

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute Toxicity
Acute Toxicity (Inhalation LC50)
Propane (74-98-6)
LC50 Inhalation Rat 658 mg/l/4h (IUCLID)
Butane (106-97-8)
LC50 Inhalation Rat 658 mg/l/4h (HSDB)
Pentane (109-66-0)
LC50 Inhalation Rat 364 g/m3/4h (IUCLID)
Propylene (115-07-1)
LC50 inhalation Rat 658 mg/l/4h (IUCLID)

Acute Toxicity (Dermal LC50)

Pentane (109-66-0)
LD50 Dermal Rabbit 3000 mg/kg (IUCLID)
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Not classified
Serious Eye Damage/Irritation: Not classified
Respiratory or Skin Sensitization: Not classified
Germ Cell Mutagenicity: Not classified
Teratogenicity: Not available
Carcinogenicity: OSHA: NO IARC: NO NTP: NO ACGIH: NO
Reproductive Toxicity: Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Repeated Exposure): Not classified
Specific Target Organ Toxicity (Single Exposure): Not classified
Aspiration Hazard: Not classified
Exposure Routes: Inhalation at high concentrations in confined spaces with less than 16% oxygen needed to sustain life, skin
and /or eye contact (liquid).
Symptoms: Include dizziness, headache, confusion, excitation, vomiting, asphyxia, liquid frostbite.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Toxicity
Harmful to aquatic life.

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Data for Component: Pentane (109-66-0):

Material is moderately toxic to aquatic organisms on an acute basis (LC50/EC50 between 1 and 10 mg/L in the most sensitive
species tested).
LC50 Fish 1 9.87 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Oncorhynchus mykiss)
EC50 Daphnia 1 9.74 mg/l (Exposure time: 48 h - Species: Daphnia magna)
LC 50 Fish 2 11.59 mg/l (Exposure time: 96 h - Species: Pimephales promelas)

Persistence and Degradation: Not available

Bioaccumulative Potential: Not expected based on volatile nature of material.

Propane (74-98-6)
Log Kow 2.3
Butane (106-97-8)
Log Kow 2.8
Pentane (109-66-0)
Log Kow 3.39
Propylene (115-07-1)
Log Kow 1.77

Mobility in Soil: Not available

Other Adverse Effects: None
Other Information: Avoid release to the environment.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

This product is a gas and typically would not be managed as a waste. If necessary, allow to dissipate to the atmosphere (if
permitted by federal/provincial/municipal requirements). Dispose in a safe location, preferably by burning with a flare. If
disposal of butane cannot be flared, care must be taken to ensure complete dissipation of the gas to a concentration below its
flammable limits. Recycle any unused portion of the material for its approved use or return it to the manufacturer or supplier.

14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

US DOT
UN Identification Number UN 1075
Proper Shipping Name Liquefied petroleum gas (butane)
Hazard Class and Packing Group 2.1
Shipping Label Flammable Gas
Placard / Bulk Package Flammable Gas / UN 1011
Emergency Response Guidebook Guide Number 115

IATA Cargo
UN Identification Number Forbidden
Proper Shipping Name Forbidden
Hazard Class and Packing Group Forbidden
ICA Label NA
Packing Instructions Cargo Forbidden
Emergency Response Guidebook Guide Number Forbidden

IATA Passenger
UN Identification Number Forbidden
Shipping Name / Description Forbidden
Hazard Class and Packing Group Forbidden

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ICAO Label NA
Packing Instructions Forbidden
Max Quantity per Package Forbidden
IMDG
UN Identification Number UN 1011
Shipping Name / Description Butane
Hazard Class and Packing Group 2.1
IMDG Label 2.1
EmS Number P200
Marine Pollutant No

If this product is placed into pressurized containers and offered for shipment, please refer to 49 CFR 171.304, 306, and 314 and
315 for appropriate regulatory information.

15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

U.S. Federal, State, and Local Regulatory Information
Any spill or uncontrolled release of this product, including any substantial threat of release, may be subject to federal, state
and/or local reporting requirements. This product and/or its constituents may also be subject to other federal, state, or local
regulations; consult those regulations applicable to your facility/operation.
OSHA Hazard Communication Standard
This product is a "Hazardous Chemical" as defined by the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard, 29 CFR 1910.1200.

Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization Act of 1986 Title III (Emergency Planning and Community Right-to-Know Act of
1986) Sections 311 and 312
Immediate (Acute) Health Hazard Yes
Delayed (Chronic) Health Hazard No
Fire Hazard Yes
Reactive Hazard No
Sudden Release of Pressure Hazard Yes
Simple asphyxiant

Clean Water Act (Oil Spills)

No components listed.
CERCLA Section 103 and SARA Section 304 (Release to the Environment)
The CERCLA definition of hazardous substances contains a “petroleum exclusion” clause which exempts this material. This
product does not contain any chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of CERCLA Section 103 or SARA 304.

SARA Section 313- Supplier Notification

This product contains the following toxic chemicals subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of the Emergency
Planning and Community Right-To-Know Act (EPCRA) of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372.
Component CAS Amount
Propylene 115-07-1 <5%
Pennsylvania Right to Know Hazardous Substance list:
The following product components are cited in the Pennsylvania Special Hazardous Substance List, and are present at levels
which require reporting.
Component CAS Amount
Butane 106-97-8 85-100%
Propylene 115-07-1 <5%
Propane 74-98-6 <1.5%
Pentane 109-66-0 <1%

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New Jersey Right to Know Hazardous Substance list:

The following product components are cited in the New Jersey Right to Know Hazardous Substance List, and are present at
levels which require reporting.
Component CAS Amount
Butane 106-97-8 85-100%
Propylene 115-07-1 <5%
Propane 74-98-6 <1.5%
Pentane 109-66-0 <1%
California Proposition 65
This material does not contain any chemicals which are known to the State of California to cause cancer, birth defects or other
reproductive harm at concentrations that trigger the warning requirements of California Proposition 65.

U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act

All components of this product are on the TSCA Inventory or are exempt from TSCA Inventory requirements under 40 CFR
720.30.
CEPA - Domestic Substances List (DSL)
All substances contained in this product are listed on the Canadian Domestic Substances List (DSL) or are not required to be
listed.
Canadian Regulatory Information (WHMIS)
Class A - Compressed Gas
Class B1 - Flammable Gases

16. OTHER INFORMATION

Version 4
Issue Date May 20, 2016
Prior Issue Date May 3, 2015

Description of Revisions
Revised to meet Globally Harmonized System for chemical hazard communication requirements pursuant to OSHA regulatory
revisions 77 FR 17884, March 26, 2012.

Abbreviations
mL Milliliter
˚F Degrees Fahrenheit (temperature) mm2 Square millimeters
< Less than mmHg Millimeters of mercury (pressure)
= Equal to N/A Not applicable
> Greater than N/D Not determined
AP Approximately ppm Parts per million
C Centigrade (temperature) sec Second
kg Kilogram ug Micrograms
L Liter
mg Milligrams

Acronyms
ACGIH American Conference of Governmental CAS Chemical Abstract Service
Industrial Hygienists CERCLA Comprehensive Emergency Response,
AIHA American Industrial Hygiene Association Compensation, and Liability Act
AL Action Level DOT U.S. Department of Transportation
ANSI American National Standards Institute EC50 Ecological concentration 50%
API American Petroleum Institute EPA U.S. Environmental Protection Agency

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ERPG Emergency Response Planning Guideline REL Recommended Exposure Limit (NIOSH)
GHS Global Harmonized System RVP Reid Vapor Pressure
HMIS Hazardous Materials Information System SA Simple Asphyxiant
IARC International Agency for Research On Cancer SARA Superfund Amendments and Reauthorization
IATA International Air Transport Association Act of 1986 Title III
IMDG International Maritime Dangerous Goods SCBA Self Contained Breathing Apparatus
Koc Soil Organic Carbon SPCC Spill Prevention, Control, and
LC50 Lethal concentration 50% Countermeasures
LD50 Lethal dose 50% STEL Short Term Exposure Limit (generally 15
MSHA Mine Safety and Health Administration minutes)
NFPA National Fire Protection Association TLV Threshold Limit Value (ACGIH)
NIOSH National Institute of Occupational Safety and TSCA Toxic Substances Control Act
Health TWA Time Weighted Average (8 hr.)
NOIC Notice of Intended Change UN United Nations
NTP National Toxicology Program UNECE United Nations Economic Commission for
OPA Oil Pollution Act of 1990 Europe
OSHA U.S. Occupational Safety & Health WEEL Workplace Environmental Exposure Level
Administration (AIHA)
PEL Permissible Exposure Limit (OSHA) WHMIS Canadian Workplace Hazardous Materials
RCRA Resource Conservation and Recovery Act Information System

Disclaimer of Expressed and Implied Warranties

Information presented herein has been compiled from sources considered to be dependable, and is accurate and reliable to the
best of our knowledge and belief, but is not guaranteed to be so. Since conditions of use are beyond our control, we make no
warranties, expressed or implied, except those that may be contained in our written contract of sale or acknowledgment.
Vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to vendee or third persons proximately caused by the material if reasonable safety
procedures are not adhered to as stipulated in the data sheet. Additionally, vendor assumes no responsibility for injury to
vendee or third persons proximately caused by abnormal use of the material, even if reasonable safety procedures are
followed. Furthermore, vendee assumes the risk in their use of the material.

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