DI-tert-BUTYL PEROXIDE | ICSC: 1019 (November 1998) |
Bis(1,1-dimethylethyl)peroxide tert-Butyl peroxide DTBP |
CAS #: 110-05-4 |
UN #: 3107 |
EC Number: 203-733-6 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with flammables. NO contact with contaminants. NO contact with hot surfaces. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. | Use ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Protective gloves. | First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. | |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Abdominal cramps. Vomiting. Further see Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT absorb in saw-dust or other combustible absorbents. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from combustible substances and reducing agents. Cool. Well closed. | |
PACKAGING | |
Special material. |
DI-tert-BUTYL PEROXIDE | ICSC: 1019 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C8H18O2 / (CH3)3COOC(CH3)3 |
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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ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Explosive limits are unknown in literature, although the substance is combustible and has a flash point < 55°C. Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated adequately. Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: O, F; R: 7-11; S: (2)-3/7-14-16-36/37/39 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations