General Information
Version
This safety data sheet was created pursuant to the requiremen...
Revision date
2025-12-19
Product name
2-Methyl-2-butene
Product Synonyms
ß-Isoamylene
CAS No.
513-35-9
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Danger Hazard Statements Highly flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects Suspected of causing cancer May cause drowsiness or dizziness May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection 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/ventilating/lighting equipment Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Take action to prevent static discharges Use non-sparking tools
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Skin IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention Take off contaminated clothing Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Ingestion IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor Rinse mouth Do NOT induce vomiting Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish Explosion risk Evacuate area Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 2 Acute oral toxicity Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2 Germ Cell Mutagenicity Category 2 Carcinogenicity Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Target Organs - Central nervous system (CNS). Aspiration Toxicity Category 1 Label Elements