General Information
Revision date
2015-06-25
Product name
tert-Amyl methyl ether
Product Synonyms
2-Methoxy-2-methylbutane
CAS No.
994-05-8
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For Laboratory Use Only
Manufacturer Name
Chem Service, Inc
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300, +1 703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Chem Service, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@chemservice.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H302, H320, H336
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Flammable liquids Category 2
Health hazards
Acute toxicity, oral Category 4 Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure Category 3 narcotic effects
Environmental hazards
Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Harmful if swallowed. Causes eye irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
Prevention
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Avoid breathing mist or vapor. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
Response
If swallowed Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. If on skin (or hair) Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. If inhaled: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Call a poison center/doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations. Hazard(s) not otherwise None known.
Additional information
Not applicable.