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4-tert-Butylcatechol

CAS 98-29-3

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01

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

F

Fisher Scientific Company

distributor

One Reagent Lane, Fair Lawn, NJ 07410

(201) 796-7100

A

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

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Acute Tox. Cat. 4
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B
Eye Dam. Cat. 1
Skin Sens. Cat. 1
Carc. Cat. 1B
STOT SE Cat. 3

GHS Pictograms

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

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

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
P264 Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace
P280 Wear protective gloves
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower
P304 + P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor
P330 Rinse mouth
P331 Do NOT induce vomiting
P333 + P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention
P362 + P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
P405 Store locked up
P501 Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
4-tert-Butyl catechol 98-29-3 100% No
Catechol 120-80-9 0.5% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

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.

Skin contact

Wash off immediately with soap and plenty of water while removing all contaminated clothes and shoes. Call a physician immediately.

Eye contact

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.

Ingestion

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.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

CO₂, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam.

Unsuitable media

No information available

Specific hazards

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.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid contact with skin, eyes or clothing.

Environmental

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.

Cleanup methods

Sweep up and shovel into suitable containers for disposal.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

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.

Storage

Corrosives area. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place. Store under an inert atmosphere.

Hygiene

Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Physical State
Solid
Physical State Data
solid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Appearance
---
Colour
Off-white
Colour Intensity
---
Form
---
Odor
aromatic
Odor Threshold
No information available
Ph
No information available
Melting Point
53 - 56 °C / 127.4 - 132.8 °F
Boiling Point
285 °C / 545 °F @ 760 mmHg
Flash Point
129 °C / 264.2 °F Method - No information available
Freezing Point
---
Softening Point
No data available
Solidification Point
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable - Solid
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Vapor Density
Not applicable
Relative Density
---
Bulk Density
No data available
Density
No data available
Flammability
No information available
Upper Explosive Limit
---
Lower Explosive Limit
---
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Solubility
---
Partition Coefficient
4-tert-Butyl catechol: 1.98; Catechol: 1.01
Solubility In Water
0.2% (25°C)
Solubility In Fat
---
Molecular Weight
166.22
Voc Content
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Properties Status
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Hygroscopic.

Reactivity

None known, based on information available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing. Hazardous polymerization does not occur.

Avoid

Incompatible products. Excess heat. Exposure to moist air or water.

Incompatible

Strong oxidizing agents, Alkaline, Metals

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide (CO), Carbon dioxide (CO_{2}), Fumes, Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

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
15

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 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.