General Information
Product name
2-Methoxy-2-methylpropane; tert- Butyl methyl ether; Methyl 1,1-dimethyl ethyl ether; MTBE
CAS No.
1634-04-4
supplier name
Pon Pure Chemicals Group
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Company Information
company name
Pon Pure Chemicals Group
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Emergency Overview DANGER! EXTREMELY FLAMMABLE LIQUID AND VAPOR. VAPOR MAY CAUSE FLASH FIRE. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED, INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. MAY AFFECT CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM, BLOOD, AND KIDNEYS. A CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM DEPRESSANT. CAUSES IRRITATION TO SKIN, EYES AND RESPIRATORY TRACT. SAF-T-DATA(tm) Ratings (Provided here for your convenience) Health Rating : 2 - Moderate (Life) Flammability Rating : 3 - Severe (Flammable) Reactivity Rating : 1 - Slight Contact Rating : 2 - Moderate (Life) Lab Protective Equip : GOGGLES & SHIELD; LAB COAT & APRON; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES; CLASS B EXTINGUISHER
Storage
Color Code : Red (Flammable)
Potential health effects
Inhalation: Inhalation of vapor can irritate respiratory tract. Causes central nervous system effects. Breathing high concentrations in air can cause lightheadedness, dizziness, weakness, nausea, headache. Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting. Other symptoms similar to inhalation may occur. Laryngeal, ocular, and respiratory muscles are affected in severe poisoning. Skin Contact: A mild skin irritant which causes loss of natural oils. May be a route of absorption into the body. Eye Contact: Vapors can irritate eyes; splashes may cause damage to eye tissue. Chronic Exposure: Symptoms noted above may be produced by cumulative exposure. Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: Persons with pre-existing skin disorders or eye problems or impaired respiratory function may be more susceptible to the effects of the substance.
