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4-tert-Butyltoluene

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
4-tert-Butyltoluene
Product Code
A18214

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Johnson Matthey Catalog Company, Inc. logo

Johnson Matthey Catalog Company, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Alfa Aesar

(978) 521-6300

During normal hours

CHEMTREC

(800) 424-9300

After normal hours

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 2
Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Eye Irrit. Cat. 2A
STOT SE Cat. 3
Flam. Liq. Cat. 4
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 2

GHS Pictograms

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS09 - Environmental hazard

GHS09

Hazard Statements

H227 Combustible liquid.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H319 Causes serious eye irritation.
H330 Fatal if inhaled.
H335 May cause respiratory irritation.
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking.
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Do no eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Avoid release to the environment.
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Wear respiratory protection.
IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician.
Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
Specific treatment is urgent (see on this label).
Rinse mouth.
If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
In case of fire: Use for extinction: CO2, powder or water spray.
Collect spillage.
Store in a well-ventilated place.
Keep container tightly closed.
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Store locked up.
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Chemical characterization: Description: (CAS#) 4-tert-Butyltoluene (CAS# 98-51-1)

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
4-tert-Butyltoluene EC: 202-675-9 98-51-1 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek immediate medical advice.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

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Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. Impervious gloves The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Physical State
Liquid
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
Colorless
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Liquid
Odor
Characteristic
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
---
Melting Point
-63°C (-81°F)
Boiling Point
189-193°C (372-379°F)
Flash Point
62°C (144°F)
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
---
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Vapor Pressure
0.8 hPa (1 mm Hg)
Vapor Density
---
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
---
Density
0.853 g/cm³
Flammability
---
Upper Explosive Limit
7 Vol %
Lower Explosive Limit
0.7 Vol %
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
510°C (950°F)
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
---
Solubility In Water
6 g/l
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
---
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Decomposition will not occur if used and stored according to specifications.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide

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Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN2667
Shipping Name
BUTYLTOLUENES
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
ADR

Symbol (fish and tree)

IMDG

Symbol (fish and tree)

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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for 4-tert-Butyltoluene?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 4-tert-Butyltoluene?

4-tert-Butyltoluene is a liquid with colorless color. It has characteristic odor.

What are the hazard statements for 4-tert-Butyltoluene?

This substance has 6 hazard statements:

  • H227: Combustible liquid.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
  • H330: Fatal if inhaled.
  • H335: May cause respiratory irritation.
  • H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of 4-tert-Butyltoluene?

The melting point is -63°C (-81°F) and the boiling point is 189-193°C (372-379°F).

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