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Safety Data Sheet EN

Sodium tert-Butoxide

EC 212-741-9

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Sodium tert-Butoxide
Product Code
S0450

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A
EC Number
212-741-9 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Use as laboratory reagent

Manufacturers & Suppliers

T

TCI EUROPE N.V.

manufacturer

Boereveldseweg 6 - Haven 1063, B-2070 Zwijndrecht, Belgium

+32 (0)3 735 07 00

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

+44 844 892 0111

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Sol. Cat. 1 H228
Self-heat. Cat. 1 H251
Skin Corr. Cat. 1B H314
Eye Dam. Cat. 1 H318

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS05 - Corrosive

GHS05

Hazard Statements

H228 Flammable solid.
H251 Self-heating: may catch fire.
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

Precautionary Statements

P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P260 Do not breathe dust.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection/ hearing protection.
P303 + P361 + P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water.
P304 + P340 + P310 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER/ doctor.
P305 + P351 + P338 + P310 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/ doctor.
P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish.
P407 Maintain air gap between stacks or pallets.
P413 Store bulk masses greater than &?1&/ &?2& at temperatures not exceeding &?3&/ &?4&.

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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
Sodium tert-Butoxide EC: 212-741-9 865-48-5 90 - 100% No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.

Skin contact

Take off all contaminated clothing immediately. Wash off with soap and plenty of water.

Symptoms: Causes severe burns.

Eye contact

Rinse with plenty of water. If easy to do, remove contact lens, if worn.

Symptoms: Causes serious eye damage.

Ingestion

Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician.

Medical Treatment

None known.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Dry powder, Dry sand, Carbon dioxide (CO2)

Unsuitable media

Water

Specific hazards

Take care as it may decompose upon combustion or in high temperatures to generate poisonous fume.

Instructions

Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment. Immediately evacuate personnel to safe areas. Cool closed containers exposed to fire with water spray. Remove undamaged containers from fire area if it is safe to do so.

Firefighter Protection

Use personal protective equipment.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak. Entry to non-involved personnel should be controlled around the leakage area by roping off, etc.

Environmental

Prevent product from entering drains.

Cleanup methods

Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear personal protective equipment. Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Don't leave used equipment or rag. This product may ignite if it is left stuck on combustibles such as paper, rags, etc. Use only clean and dry utensils. Handle under inert gas.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed. Store in a cool and shaded area. Use explosion-proof equipment. Protect from moisture. Keep under inert gas. Store away from other materials. Store locked up.

Hygiene

Wash hands and face thoroughly after handling. Don't leave used equipment or rag.

Fire prevention

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Install a closed system or local exhaust. Also install safety shower and eye bath.

Hands

Impervious gloves

Eyes

Safety glasses, Safety goggles, Face-shield

Respiratory

Dustproof gas mask, Self-contained breathing apparatus

Skin/Body

Impervious protective clothing

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Solubility
---
Molecular Weight
96,10 g/mol
Solubility In Fat
---
Flash Point
No data available
Upper Explosive Limit
8 % (V)
Crystallisation Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
Partition Coefficient
No data available
Voc Content
---
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Metal Corrosion
---
Form
---
Softening Point
---
Odor Threshold
No data available
Cloud Point
---
Explosive Limits
---
Vapor Density
---
Solidification Point
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Appearance
---
Colour
white - yellow
Boiling Point
No data available
Solubility In Water
No data available
Bulk Density
---
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Ph
No data available
Odor
No data available
Kinematic Viscosity
No data available
Physical State
solid
Relative Density
No data available
Freezing Point
---
Vapor Pressure
No data available
Melting Point
180 °C
Flammability
No data available
Properties Status
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
505 °C
Density
---
Lower Explosive Limit
2,3 %(V)
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Colour Intensity
---
Physical State Data
solid
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under normal conditions.

Reactivity

No data available

Hazardous reactions

None under normal processing.

Avoid

Electrical spark, Open flame, Electrostatic discharge, Exposure to moisture

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents, Reducing agents, Acids, water

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide (CO2)

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
3206
Shipping Name
ALKALI METAL ALCOHOLATES, SELF-HEATING, CORROSIVE, N.O.S.
Transport Class
4.2
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 is the hazard signal word for Sodium tert-Butoxide?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Sodium tert-Butoxide?

Sodium tert-Butoxide is a solid with white - yellow color. It has no data available odor.

What is Sodium tert-Butoxide used for?

Use as laboratory reagent

What are the hazard statements for Sodium tert-Butoxide?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H228: Flammable solid.
  • H251: Self-heating: may catch fire.
  • H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.

What is the melting point of Sodium tert-Butoxide?

The melting point is 180 °C and the boiling point is No data available.