General Information
Version
02
Revision date
2018-11-20
Product name
tert-BUTYL ACETATE, 98.0%
Product Synonyms
ACETIC ACID, 1,1-DIMETHYLETHYL ESTER * ACETIC ACID, TERT-BUTYL ESTER
CAS No.
540-88-5
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
professional, scientific and technical activities: other professional, scientific and technical activities solvent technical function of substance
Manufacturer Name
GFS Chemicals, Inc
Emergency telephone
800-424-9300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
GFS Chemicals, Inc
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
service@gfschemicals.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H225, H320
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H225
Highly Flammable liquid and vapour
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical hazards
Flammable liquids Category 2
Health hazards
Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B
Environmental hazards
Not classified.
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapor. Causes eye irritation.
Prevention
Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking. Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment. Keep container tightly closed. Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. Use only non-sparking tools. Take precautionary measures against static discharge. Wash thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/eye protection/face protection.
Response
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. If on skin (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower. 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 or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. Hazard(s) not otherwise Static accumulating flammable liquid can become electrostatically charged even in bonded and
Classified (HNOC)
grounded equipment. Sparks may ignite liquid and vapor. May cause flash fire or explosion.
Additional information
None.
