p-tert-BUTYLTOLUENE | ICSC: 1068 (April 2007) |
1-Methyl-4-tert-butylbenzene 4-tert-Butyltoluene p-TBT |
CAS #: 98-51-1 |
UN #: 2667 |
EC Number: 202-675-9 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Above 63°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | NO open flames. Above 63°C use a closed system and ventilation. | Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide. |
SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
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Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Metallic taste. Laboured breathing. Nausea. Dizziness. Headache. Tremor. Weakness. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). |
Ingestion | Confusion. Convulsions. See Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Ventilation. 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. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Combustible liquidFatal if inhaled Harmful if swallowed Causes eye irritation May cause damage to central nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled May cause respiratory irritation Toxic to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from food and feedstuffs and strong oxidants. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant. |
p-tert-BUTYLTOLUENE | ICSC: 1068 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C11H16/ CH3C6H4C(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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TLV: 1 ppm as TWA |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. |
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 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations