Material Safety Data Sheet
tert-Amyl alcohol
ACC# 22860
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: tert-Amyl alcohol
Catalog Numbers:
AC166620000, AC166620010, AC166620025, AC220230000, AC220230010,
AC220230050, A730-1, NC9025733, NC9092369, NC9172140, NC9252979, NC9981307,
XXA730200LI/T, XXA730200LIX, XXA73020LI, XXA730P20LI
Synonyms:
tert-Pentanol; Ethyl dimethyl carbinol; 2-Methyl-2-butanol;
1,1-Dimethyl-1-propanol; Amylene hydrate; Dimethylethylcarbinol;
t-Pentyl alcohol; 2-Methylbutan-2-ol.
Company Identification:
Fisher Scientific
1 Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information, call: 201-796-7100
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
75-85-4 |
2-Methyl-2-butanol |
99 | 200-908-9 |
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: clear, colorless liquid. Flash Point: 20 deg C.
Warning! Flammable liquid and
vapor. Causes eye, skin, and respiratory tract
irritation. May be harmful if swallowed, inhaled, or absorbed through
the skin. May cause central nervous system depression. Light
sensitive.
Target Organs: Central nervous system,
respiratory system, skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause
defatting of the skin and dermatitis. May be harmful if absorbed
through the skin.
Ingestion:
May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by
excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea.
Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and
possible death due to respiratory failure. May be harmful if
swallowed.
Inhalation:
Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause central nervous
system effects including vertigo, anxiety, depression, muscle
incoordination, and emotional instability. May cause effects similar
to those described for ingestion.
Chronic:
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Narcotic in
high concentrations.
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing
before reuse. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh
air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If
breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flash
back. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be
generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water spray to
keep fire-exposed containers cool. Water may be ineffective.
Material is lighter than water and a fire may be spread by the use of
water. Flammable liquid and vapor. Vapors may be heavier than air.
They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined
areas. Containers may explode if exposed to fire.
Extinguishing Media:
For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or
alcohol-resistant foam. Water may be ineffective. For large fires,
use water spray, fog or alcohol-resistant foam. Do NOT use straight
streams of water. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water
until well after fire is out.
Flash Point: 20 deg C ( 68.00 deg F)
Autoignition Temperature: 435 deg C ( 815.00 deg F)
Explosion Limits, Lower:1.30 vol %
Upper: 9.60 vol %
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 1; Flammability: 3; Instability: 0
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and
ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately,
observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all
sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A
vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with
skin and eyes. Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid
and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Do not ingest or inhale.
Prevent build up of vapors to explosive concentration. Do not
pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty
containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a cool, dry place.
Flammables-area. Keep containers tightly closed. Store protected
from light.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped
with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate
ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits
Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
2-Methyl-2-butanol
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
2-Methyl-2-butanol:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Liquid
Appearance: clear, colorless
Odor: camphor - sharp odor - unpleasant odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 16.8 mm Hg @ 25 deg C
Vapor Density: 3.04 (air=1)
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: 3.79 cps @ 25 deg C
Boiling Point: 102 deg C @ 760 mmHg
Freezing/Melting Point:-12 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: 120 g/L @ 20°C
Specific Gravity/Density:.800 g/ml
Molecular Formula:C5H12O
Molecular Weight:88.15
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon
dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 75-85-4:
SC0175000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 75-85-4:
Oral, rabbit: LD50 =
2028 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 1
gm/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 1000
mg/kg;
.
Skin, rabbit:
Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 75-85-4:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Epidemiology:
No information available.
Teratogenicity:
No information available.
Reproductive Effects:
No information available.
Mutagenicity:
No information available.
Neurotoxicity:
No information available.
Other Studies:
Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
Terrestrial: High volatility, high mobility in soil. Aquatic: High
volatility. Atmospheric: Exists as vapor, half-life 3.3 days.
Biodegradation slight and low bioconcentration potential.
Physical:
No information available.
Other:
No information available.
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
Shipping Name: |
PENTANOLS |
AMYL ALCOHOLS |
Hazard Class: |
3 |
3 |
UN Number: |
UN1105 |
UN1105 |
Packing Group: |
II |
II |
Additional Info: | | FLASHPOINT 20C |
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 75-85-4 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ.
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
SARA Codes
CAS # 75-85-4: fire.
Section 313
No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
None of the chemicals in this product
are listed as Hazardous Substances under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Toxic Pollutants under the CWA.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 75-85-4 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: Pennsylvania, Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
XN F
Risk Phrases:
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin.
R 20 Harmful by inhalation.
Safety Phrases:
S 46 If swallowed, seek medical advice immediately and show this con
tainer or label.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 75-85-4: 1
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 75-85-4 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of B2, D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 3/02/1998
Revision #6 Date: 6/06/2006
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