General Information
Revision date
2016-10-02
Product name
tert-Butyl methyl ether
CAS No.
1634-04-4
Emergency telephone
Medical: 1-800-498-5701 or +1-303-389-1414
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Company Information
company name
Honeywell International Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview Form : liquid Color : colourless Odor : aromatic
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Flammable liquids, Category 2 or mixture Skin irritation, Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Highly flammable liquid and vapour. Causes skin 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. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/ Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. If skin irritation occurs: Get medical advice/ attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam for extinction.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant. Carcinogenicity ACGIH: Methyl t-butyl ether 1634-04-4 A3: Confirmed animal carcinogen
