tert-BUTANOL | ICSC: 0114 (April 2008) |
tert-Butyl alcohol 2-Methyl-2-propanol 1,1-Dimethylethanol Trimethyl carbinol 2-Methylpropan-2-ol |
CAS #: 75-65-0 |
UN #: 1120 |
EC Number: 200-889-7 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Dizziness. Drowsiness. Nausea. Headache. Vomiting. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | See Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Remove all ignition sources. Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Wash away remainder with plenty of water. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Highly flammable liquid and vapourMay be harmful if swallowed May cause drowsiness and dizziness Causes eye irritation Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. | |
PACKAGING | |
tert-BUTANOL | ICSC: 0114 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C4H10O / (CH3)3COH |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 100 ppm as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: 62 mg/m3, 20 ppm; peak limitation category: II(4); pregnancy risk group: C |
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NOTES |
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The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F, Xn; R: 11-20-36/37; S: (2)-9-16-46 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations