4-tert-Butylcatechol

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW Danger! May cause allergic skin reaction. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Hygroscopic (absorbs moisture from the air). Causes burns by all exposure routes. Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment. Target Organs: Central nervous system, respiratory system, gastrointestinal system, eyes, skin.

Potential health effects

Eye: Causes eye burns. Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes skin burns. May cause skin sensitization, an allergic reaction, which Skin: becomes evident upon re-exposure to this material. Substance is readily absorbed through the skin. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause nausea and vomiting. May be harmful if swallowed. May cause Ingestion: burning sensations, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath and headache. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema Inhalation: of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. May cause burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause allergic reactions in sensitive individuals. Prolonged or repeated Chronic: contact may cause possible eczema. Chronic exposure may cause effects similar to those of acute exposure.