Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- 4-tert-Butylcatechol
- Product Code
- AC154350000; AC154350025; AC154350050; AC154350100; AC154351000; AC154355000
- Synonyms
- 4-tert-Butylpyrocatechol; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,2-benzenediol; TBC
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 98-29-3 Check regulations →
Identified Uses
Laboratory chemicals.
Uses advised against
Food, drug, pesticide or biocidal product use.
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Fisher Scientific Company
distributor
One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 796-7100
Acros Organics
manufacturer
One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
(201) 796-7100
Emergency Contacts
Emergency Contact
001-800-227-6701
Emergency Contact
+32 14 57 52 11
Emergency Contact
001-201-796-7100
Emergency Contact
+32 14 57 52 99
CHEMTREC
001-800-424-9300
CHEMTREC
001-703-527-3887
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS07
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Call a physician or poison control center immediately. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device.
Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Call a physician immediately.
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes. Immediate medical attention is required. Keep eye wide open while rinsing.
Immediate medical attention is required. Do NOT induce vomiting. Drink plenty of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
Symptoms: Ingestion causes severe swelling, severe damage to the delicate tissue and danger of perforation.
Immediate Medical Attention
Immediate medical attention is required.
Medical Treatment
Treat symptomatically.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
CO₂, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam.
No information available
The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous membranes. Do not allow run-off from fire-fighting to enter drains or water courses.
Firefighter Protection
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.
Do not flush into surface water or sanitary sewer system. Do not allow material to contaminate ground water system. Prevent product from entering drains. Local authorities should be advised if significant spillages cannot be contained.
Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.
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Similar products with comparable safety profiles
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Do not breathe dust. Do not ingest. If swallowed then seek immediate medical assistance.
Corrosives area. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store under an inert atmosphere.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
Hygroscopic.
None known, based on information available
None under normal processing. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Incompatible products. Excess heat. Exposure to moist air or water.
Strong oxidizing agents, Alkaline, Metals
Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO_{2}), Fumes, Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
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Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
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Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- UN3261
- Shipping Name
- Corrosive solid, acidic, organic, n.o.s.
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What other names is 4-tert-Butylcatechol known by?
4-tert-Butylcatechol is also known as: 4-tert-Butylpyrocatechol; 4-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-1,2-benzenediol; TBC
What is the hazard signal word for 4-tert-Butylcatechol?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of 4-tert-Butylcatechol?
4-tert-Butylcatechol is a solid with off-white color. It has aromatic odor.
What is 4-tert-Butylcatechol used for?
Laboratory chemicals.
What are the hazard statements for 4-tert-Butylcatechol?
This substance has 5 hazard statements:
- H302 + H312: Harmful if swallowed or in contact with skin
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction
- H335: May cause respiratory irritation
- H350i: May cause cancer
What is the melting point of 4-tert-Butylcatechol?
The melting point is 53 - 56 °C / 127.4 - 132.8 °F and the boiling point is 285 °C / 545 °F @ 760 mmHg.