Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-methylphenol(2219-82-1)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-methylphenol
Synonyms
2-(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-6-methylphenol
2-Methyl-6-tert-butylphenol
2-tert-Butyl-6-methylphenol
4-Hydroxy-3-methyl-5-tert-butylbenzol
6-tert-Butyl-o-cresol
CAS
2219-82-1
Formula
C11H16O
Molecular Weight
164.27
EINECS
218-734-7
RTECS
SK1578200
RTECS Class
Drug
Beilstein/Gmelin
1862362
Beilstein Reference
4-06-00-03396

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
30 - 32
Boiling Point
227
Vapor Pressure
0.05 (25 C)
Density
0.967 g/cm3 (25 C)
pKa/pKb
11.68 (pKa)
Heat Of Vaporization
48.2 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.519 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.
Eyes
Assure adequate flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death. Effects of contact or inhalation may be delayed.
Skin
Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. See Inhalation.
Eyes
See Inhalation.
Ingestion
See Inhalation.
Hazards
When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.
EC Risk Phrase
34 37
EC Safety Phrase
26 28 36/37/39 45
UN (DOT)
2430

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Long rubber or neoprene gauntlet gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Hand: Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Respirators
Government approved respirator.
Exposure Effects
Irritant. Causes severe irritation.
Poison Class
4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
107
Fire Fighting
Extinguish using Water spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Fire Potential
Under fire conditions, material may decompose to form flammable and/or explosive mixtures in air.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Cover with dry-lime, sand, or soda ash. Place in covered containers using non-sparking tools and transport outdoors. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Bases, Acid chlorides, Acid anhydrides, Oxidizing agents, Brass Copper, Copper alloys.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
2430
Hazard Class
8
Packing Group
II
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