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Johann Haltermann, Ltd.

16717 Jacintoport Blvd.
Houston, TX 77015-6544
Phone: 281-452-5951
Fax: 281-457-1128
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Technical Data & Safety Bulletin



Diacetone Alcohol (DAA)
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PRODUCT OVERVIEW

Diacetone Alcohol (DAA) is a clear, colorless liquid is widely used as an industrial and
consumer based solvent.
DAA exposure is possible in both industrial and consumer applications. Occupational exposure
limits have been established to control the allowable amount of exposure in workplace settings.
Consumer exposure, generally infrequent and short in duration, is also highly dependent upon the
conditions under which Diacetone Alcohol is used. See Health Information.
Diacetone Alcohol does not cause adverse health or environmental effects at levels typically
found in the workplace or in the environment.




OTHER NAMES

CAS 123-42-2 DAA
4-Hydroxy-4-methylpentan-2-one 2-Pentanone, 4-hydroxy-4-methyl-
4-Hydroxy-2-keto-4-methylpentane 4-Hydroxy-4-methyl-2-pentanone






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TYPICAL PROPERTIES

Molecular Weight 116.2 g/mol
Empirical Formula C
6
H
12
O
2

Appearance Colorless Liquid
Boiling Point @ 760mm Hg 168C (334F)
Freezing Point -43C (-45.4F)
Flash Point Closed Cup 60C (140F)
Autoignition Temperature 620C
Density @ 20C 0.938 kg/L
Vapor Pressure @ 20C 0.12 kPa
Evaporation Rate
(n-butyl acetate =1)
(ether = 1)

0.15
150
Solubility in Water @ 20C Miscible
Surface Tension @ 20C 30 mN/m
Refractive Index @ 20C 1.421
Viscosity @ 20C 2.9 mPas
Lower Explosive Limit 1.8 v/v%
Upper Explosive Limit 6.9 v/v%
Conductivity @ 20C 20 S/m
Dielectric Constant @ 20C 18.2
Specific Heat @ 20C 1.9 kJ/kg/C
Heat of Vaporization @ Tboil 377 kJ/kg
Heat of Combustion (net) @ 25C 28500 kJ/kg
Odor Threshold 0.27 ppm

Note: The properties reported above are typical physical properties. Haltermann in no
way guarantees that the product from any particular lot will conform exactly to the given
values.


PRODUCT USES

The principal end uses of Diacetone Alcohol are in industrial coatings, household cleaners, inks,
paints, paint removers, paint thinners, pharmaceutical preparations, sealants, primer and pesticides.

DAA is used as a chemical intermediate in the preparation of Methyl Isobutyl Ketone and Hexylene
Glycol.

Human exposure will be both in occupational atmospheres and from use of consumer products
containing Diacetone Alcohol.


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HEALTH INFORMATION
Diacetone Alcohol has a low order of acute toxicity.

Vapor concentrations of 100 ppm for 15 minutes are irritating to the eyes, nose and throat. The
ACGIH and OSHA has established a 50 ppm exposure limit.

The acute oral LD50 is between approximately 4000 mg/kg.

Moderate skin irritation occurred by application of 500 mg of pure Diacetone Alcohol.

There are no known sensitization or cancer hazards.


POTENTIAL FOR EXPOSURE

There is a potential for occupational and consumer exposure through inhalation and skin contact
although exposures through inhalation are expected to be low due to the low vapor pressure.

Based on the uses for Diacetone Alcohol the public could be exposed through:

Workplace exposure This refers to potential exposure to DAA in a manufacturing
facility or through evaporation in various industrial applications. Generally, exposure to
DAA of personnel in manufacturing facilities is relatively low because of the low
volatility and because the process, storage and handling operations are enclosed. The US
Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) permissible exposure limit
(PEL) to DAA vapors is 50 parts per million (ppm) per an 8-hour work day.

Consumer use of products containing DAA This category of exposure is highly variable
depending on the products used and the conditions under which they are used. Exposure
of the majority of consumers is through its use in cleaners, paints and inks. Exposure to
aerosols is possible as a result of industrial spraying with paints containing Diacetone
Alcohol. Indirect exposures via the environment (e.g. ingestion of surface water
contaminated with Diacetone Alcohol) are also possible.

Environmental releases Diacetone Alcohol can enter the environment as emissions from
its manufacture and use as a solvent. It biodegrades within 14 days.

Chemical manufacturers are committed to operating in an environmentally responsible
manner everywhere business is done. Efforts are guided by in-depth scientific
understanding of the environmental impact of operations, as well as the social and
economic needs of the communities. Industrial spills or releases are rare; however a spill
may pose a significant flammability issue.


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REGULATORY STATUS

Refer to the JHL Material Safety Data sheet for more specific information.
Diacetone Alcohol is not subject to the reporting requirement of CERCLA.
Diacetone Alcohol is not SARA Section 313 chemical.
Diacetone Alcohol is on the U.S. TSCA list and is included in the EEC's EINECS, Canadian
DSL, Australian and Japanese chemical inventories.

STORAGE AND HANDLING
General industry practice is to store Diacetone Alcohol in carbon steel vessels, however stainless
steel is preferred.
Diacetone Alcohol should be stored only in tightly closed, properly vented containers away from
heat, sparks, open flame or strong oxidizing agents.
Handle empty containers carefully. Combustible residue remains after emptying.
Provided proper storage and handling precautions are taken, expect Diacetone Alcohol to be
technically stable for at least 12 months. Color may increase overtime depending on storage
conditions.
Undue exposure or spillage should be strictly avoided as a matter of good practice. Refer to the
Material Safety Data Sheet for more specific information.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

Johann Haltermann Ltd. Diacetone Alcohol MSDS
OECD SIDS Assessment for Diacetone Alcohol

Product Code: 40747
Effective Date: 10/1/2012
Revision: 1



The information in this Product Safety Bulletin is made without warranty. Johann Haltermann, Ltd. disclaims any
liability in connection with the use of this information, and does not warranty against infringement by reason of the use of
any of its products in combination with other materials in any process.