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Product Name: Sodium Butyrate
Synonyms: Butyric acid sodium salt, Sodium butanoate
CAS Number: 156-54-7
Molecular Formula: C4H7NaO2
Manufacturer: Refer to product supplier documentation
Use: Feed additive, laboratory chemical, biochemical research applications
Emergency Contact: Refer to local, regional, or company emergency numbers
GHS Classification: Eye irritation (Category 2A), Skin irritation (Category 2), Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure (Category 3), Acute oral toxicity (Category 4)
Pictogram: Exclamation mark
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and serious eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. Harmful if swallowed.
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust or vapors. Wear eye protection and gloves. Wash exposed skin after use. Use only in well-ventilated areas.
Chemical Name: Sodium Butyrate
CAS Number: 156-54-7
Concentration: ≥98%
Impurities/ Additives: Minor water content, no other significant impurities
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air. Seek medical advice if symptoms develop.
Skin Contact: Rinse thoroughly with water for at least 15 minutes. Remove contaminated clothing. Get medical attention for persistent irritation.
Eye Contact: Rinse cautiously with water for at least 15 minutes, holding eyelids open. Seek immediate medical attention.
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water if conscious. Do not induce vomiting. Get medical help if feeling unwell.
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation of eyes, skin, respiratory tract, and gastrointestinal discomfort.
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam
Specific Hazards: Products of combustion may include carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, sodium oxides
Advice for Firefighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full protective clothing. Move containers from fire area if safe to do so.
Further Information: Avoid breathing fumes. Evacuate area and keep upwind.
Personal Precautions: Evacuate unprotected personnel. Use personal protective equipment including gloves, safety goggles, respirator if dust forms.
Environmental Precautions: Prevent material entering drains, watercourses, or soil.
Spill Cleanup Methods: Collect spilled material with clean tools. Sweep or vacuum up carefully to minimize dust generation. Place in suitable container for disposal.
Further Measures: Ventilate area after cleanup. Wash all surfaces after material has been collected.
Handling: Avoid contact with skin, eyes, and clothing. Prevent formation of dust and aerosols. Use only in well-ventilated areas. Wear suitable protective equipment.
Storage: Keep container tightly closed and dry. Store in a cool, well-ventilated place, away from incompatible substances such as oxidizing agents and acids.
Special Rules: Do not store or consume food, drink, or tobacco in areas where material is handled.
Control Parameters: Occupational exposure limits not established for this compound; general dust exposure limits apply
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or process enclosure to minimize exposure
Personal Protective Equipment: Safety goggles or face shield, chemical-resistant gloves (nitrile or PVC), protective lab coat or apron, and appropriate respiratory protection for high dust concentration
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands and skin thoroughly after handling, remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Appearance: White crystalline powder
Odor: Faint, unpleasant, characteristic
pH (10% solution): About 8.0 - 10.0
Melting Point: 250 °C (decomposes)
Boiling Point: Not applicable, decomposes
Solubility: Soluble in water
Relative Density: About 1.2 g/cm³
Flash Point: Not applicable
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at room temperature
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Data not available
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and handling conditions
Reactivity: Not reactive under normal use and storage
Conditions to Avoid: Excessive heat, moisture, exposure to strong acids or oxidizing agents
Incompatible Materials: Strong oxidizers, strong acids
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Butyric acid, sodium oxides, carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide on combustion
Acute Toxicity: Oral LD50 (rat): ~2000 mg/kg
Irritation: Causes irritation to eyes, skin, and respiratory tract
Sensitization: No data indicating sensitization
Chronic Effects: Repeated exposure may cause skin dryness or cracking, prolonged inhalation may irritate respiratory system
Carcinogenicity / Mutagenicity / Reproductive Toxicity: No reliable data indicate carcinogenic, mutagenic, or reproductive toxicity risks
Aquatic Toxicity: Data for sodium butyrate is limited; may be harmful to aquatic organisms at high concentrations
Persistence and Degradability: Expected to biodegrade readily in the environment
Bioaccumulation Potential: Not expected to bioaccumulate
Mobility in Soil: High solubility suggests high mobility in soil and water
Other Adverse Effects: Material releases butyric acid on decomposition which is a naturally occurring short-chain fatty acid
Waste Treatment Methods: Dispose as hazardous waste according to local, regional, and national regulations
Product/Packaging Disposal: Do not allow product to reach waterways, drains, or sewers. Dispose in an approved landfill or incineration facility.
Contaminated Packaging: Rinse containers before disposal or recycle if possible
UN Number: Not regulated for transport
Proper Shipping Name: Not applicable
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as hazardous under international transport regulations
Packing Group: Not applicable
Label: No specific labeling required
Special Precautions for Transport: Avoid contact with incompatible chemicals during transport, keep in tightly sealed containers, protect from moisture
US Regulations: Listed in TSCA Inventory, not subject to specific federal reporting requirements
EU Regulations: REACH pre-registered. No known restrictions or chemical safety assessment required under standard handling.
Other Regulations: Consult national inventories in Canada, Australia, Japan, and other jurisdictions for country-specific requirements
Hazard Symbol: GHS07 (exclamation mark)
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