n-Valeraldehyde
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CAS
110-62-3
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CH3(CH2)3CHO
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RTECS
YV3600000
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Amyl aldehyde, Pentanal, Valeral, Valeraldehyde, Valeric aldehyde
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DOT ID & Guide
2058 / 129
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Exposure
Limits
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NIOSH REL: TWA 50 ppm (175 mg/m3) See Appendix C (Aldehydes)
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OSHA PEL†: none
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IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
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Conversion
1 ppm = 3.53 mg/m3
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Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a strong, acrid, pungent odor.
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MW: 86.2
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BP: 217°F
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FRZ: -133°F
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Sol: Slight
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VP: 26 mmHg
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IP: 9.82 eV
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Sp.Gr: 0.81
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Fl.P: 54°F
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UEL: ?
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LEL: ?
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Class IB Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. below 73°F and BP at or above 100°F.
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities
None reported
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Measurement Methods
NIOSH 2018, 2536; OSHA 85
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet (flammable)
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
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First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
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Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection
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Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
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Symptoms
Irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat
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Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
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See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 1417
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