tert-butyl acetate

Hazard statements (CLP)

H221, H225, H335, H336

Code

Statements

H221

Flammable gas

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification of the chemical Clear colourless liquid. Camphor-like odor Most important hazards: Flammable. May be ignited by open flame. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse effects. Refer also to TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (Section 11). Avoid release to the environment

Signal word

DANGER!

Hazard statements

Highly flammable liquid and vapour. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness.

Precautionary statements

Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No Smoking Keep container tightly closed. Ground and bond container and receiving equipment. Use explosion-proof electrical and ventilating equipment. Use non-sparking tools. Take action to prevent static discharges. Avoid breathing mist or vapours. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. 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. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use water fog, dry chemical, CO2 or ‘alcohol’ foam to extinguish. Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up. Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

Other hazards which do not result in classification

Ingestion may cause gastrointestinal irritation, nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Clear colourless liquid. Camphor-like odor. Most important hazards: Flammable. May be ignited by open flame. May cause respiratory irritation. May cause drowsiness or dizziness. Occupational exposure to the substance or mixture may cause adverse effects. Refer also to TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION (Section 11). Avoid release to the environment. This material is classified as hazardous under U.S. OSHA regulations (29CFR 1910.1200) (Hazcom 2012) and Canadian WHMIS regulations (Hazardous Products Regulations) (WHMIS 2015). Hazard classification: Flammable liquids - Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure - Category 3 (respiratory) Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure - Category 3 (narcotic effects)