Butyraldehyde Chemical Storage Specifications

Compliant storage and rental solutions for Butyraldehyde (C4H8O). EPA, OSHA, and NFPA guidance for containment, segregation, and fire protection — with rental buildings matched to this material.

Flammable hazardFlammable Storage

Chemical formula

Butyraldehyde molecular formula

About Butyraldehyde

Used in the production of synthetic resins, solvents, and plasticizers.

Structured hazard data

Hazard class
Category 2
Storage category
Flammable Storage
Flammable
Yes
Flash point
<10 C
Storage temperature
See SDS
Recommended extinguishing agent
Dry Chemical
Compatibility / segregation
Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment

Category 2 Flammable Liquids. Category 2A Eye irritation.

Fire Suppression System

Dry Chemical fire suppression is recommended for Butyraldehyde

  • Water

    Water

  • Dry Chemical

    Dry Chemical · Recommended

  • CO₂ / Other

    CO₂ / Other

Guidance: Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Butyraldehyde (C4H8O). *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: Dry chemical, CO2, alcohol or polymer foam extinguishers

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 Butyraldehyde should account for its listed hazards (Category 2), climate control needs, and segregation requirements. Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment

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

Properties: Boiling point: 75 C. Flash point: <10 C. Melting point: -96 C.

Matched to this chemical

Recommended storage solutions for Butyraldehyde

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 Butyraldehyde be stored?

Store Butyraldehyde in EPA-, OSHA-, and NFPA-compliant containment suited to its hazards (Category 2). Climate range guidance: Follow the temperature range listed on the manufacturer SDS.. Compatibility notes: Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment US Hazmat Rentals provides compliant chemical storage buildings available for rental.

Is Butyraldehyde flammable?

Yes — Butyraldehyde is flagged as a flammable hazard in this database (Yes). Flash point: <10 C. Use fire-rated storage and follow NFPA 30 / applicable flammable-liquid rules where they apply.

What hazard class is Butyraldehyde?

Butyraldehyde is listed as: Category 2. Category 2 Flammable Liquids. Category 2A Eye irritation.

What fire suppression is recommended for Butyraldehyde?

Dry Chemical fire suppression is generally recommended for Butyraldehyde (C4H8O). *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 Butyraldehyde storage available for rent?

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