Emits toxic fumes of carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide when heated to decomposition
In the event of a fire involving butane, use fine water spray and normal fire kit with breathing apparatus.
Health
Harmful by inhalation
CHIP: Extremely flammable
Inhalation causes euphoria, agitation, slurred speech, nausea, vomiting, flushing and headache. Respiratory depression, hypotension, seizures, coma and death may occur.
Dermal exposure with liquid butane may cause burns and frostbite.
Environment
Avoid release into the environment
Inform Environment Agency of substantial incidents
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