General Information
Revision date
2021-12-24
Product name
tert-Butylbenzene
Product Synonyms
(1,1-Dimethylethyl)benzene; 2-Methyl-2-phenylpropane
CAS No.
98-06-6
Emergency telephone
US 001-201-796-7100 / Europe +32 14 57 52 99
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Company Information
company name
fisher scientific
GHS Information
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Warning
Section 2
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200) Flammable liquids Category 3 Skin Corrosion/Irritation Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2
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Warning
Hazard statements
Flammable liquid and vapor Causes skin irritation Causes eye irritation
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 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Skin Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention 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 Fire Fight fire with normal precautions from a reasonable distance Evacuate area
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
None identified
