Butadiene, Inhibited Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Butadiene, Inhibited (C4H6). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Butadiene, Inhibited molecular formula

About Butadiene, Inhibited

Butadiene is a colorless gas with a mild aromatic odor. It is used as a monomer in the production of synthetic rubbers and plastics.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
2.1, 3
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
-20°F
Storage temperature
-20 to 120°F
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Oxidizers, Strong acids, Strong bases

Class 2.1 - Flammable gases, Division 3 - Substances which in contact with water emit flammable gases

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Butadiene, Inhibited

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Butadiene, inhibited (C4H6). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Additional extinguishing notes: Water, Foam, Dry Chemical, Carbon Dioxide

Always confirm extinguishing agents against the manufacturer SDS and your authority having jurisdiction before specifying a rental building fire-suppression package.

Storage & segregation guidance

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Butadiene, inhibited should account for its listed hazards (2.1, 3), climate control needs (-20 to 120°F), and segregation requirements. Oxidizers, Strong acids, Strong bases

Review NFPA 30 flammable liquid storage requirements and Fire-rated chemical storage rental when designing fire rating, containment, and building selection.

Properties: Boiling point: -4°F (-20°C)

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Butadiene, Inhibited

Fire rating, footprint, and containment options from the US Hazmat Rentals fleet — sized for compliant chemical storage.

  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 40 ft
    • 57 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 228 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 HourChemical Storage

    FireSAFE 4X

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated
    • 8 ft x 10 ft
    • 12 Barrels
    • 55 Gal Storage Drums
    • 48 Square Feet storage
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  • Fire-rated4 hourChemical Tote Storage

    Single Tote & Pallet Storage

    • 4-Hour Fire-Rated 6' Deep 1-Tote-Deep
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Material handling

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Frequently asked questions

How should Butadiene, inhibited be stored?

Store Butadiene, inhibited in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (2.1, 3). Climate range guidance: -20 to 120°F. Compatibility notes: Oxidizers, Strong acids, Strong bases US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Butadiene, inhibited flammable?

Yes — Butadiene, inhibited is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: -20°F. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Butadiene, inhibited?

Butadiene, inhibited is listed as: 2.1, 3. Class 2.1 - Flammable gases, Division 3 - Substances which in contact with water emit flammable gases

What fire suppression is recommended for Butadiene, inhibited?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Butadiene, inhibited (C4H6). *Please consult your raw material manufacturer's safety data sheet (SDS) and your local authority having jurisdiction to verify the most adequate fire suppression extinguisher for your specific storage or use.

Is compliant Butadiene, inhibited storage available for rent?

Yes. US Hazmat Rentals offers EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant chemical storage buildings and containment that can be matched to Butadiene, inhibited. Request sizing and compliance guidance at https://ushazmatrentals.com/chemical-storage-quote-request/.