Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
128-37-0
Name of the chemical
2,6-di-tert-butyl-p-cresol
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2020-11-30
Product name
BHT
Product Synonyms
Butylated Hydroxytoluene; 2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methyl phenol; 2,6-di-tert-butyl-p-cresol
CAS No.
128-37-0
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Antioxidant, Food additive, Preservative
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Company Information
company name
Sasol Chemicals (USA) LLC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
SasolElectronicSDS@us.sasol.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H320, H335, H400, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H320
Causes eye irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
OSHA/GHS Eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity - Category 3 (Resp. irritation) single exposure Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
May form combustible dust concentrations in air (during processing) H320 Causes eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. BHT H400 Very toxic to aquatic life. H410 Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P210 Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking P233 Keep container tightly closed. P280 Wear eye protection/ face protection. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P261 Avoid breathing dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. Prevent dust accumulation.
Response
P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
