Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Hazards Identification
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tert-Butyl nitrite(540-80-7)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
tert-Butyl nitrite
Synonyms
1,1-Dimethylethyl nitrite
CAS
540-80-7
Formula
C4H9NO2
Molecular Weight
103.12
EINECS
208-757-0
RTECS
RA0802000
RTECS Class
Mutagen
Merck
13,1582
Beilstein/Gmelin
1209339
EC Index Number
007-019-00-3
EC Class
Highly flammable; Harmful

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Yellow clear liquid
Solubility in water
Slightly soluble
Boiling Point
61
Density
0.8670 g/cm3
Usage
Jet propellant.
Refractive Index
1.3687 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.
Inhalation
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Refrigerator/flammables.
Handling
Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
-11
Fire Fighting
Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, while using/wearing the proper protective equipment.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
1
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong reducing agents, strong acids, finely powdered metals.
Decomposition
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.

Transport Information

UN Number
2351
Hazard Class
3
Packing Group
I; II; III
HS Code
2920 90 85

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure Effects
Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. Use appropriate procedures to prevent opportunities for direct contact with the skin or eyes and to prevent inhalation.

Hazards Identification

EC Risk Phrase
R 11 20/22
EC Safety Phrase
S 16 24 46
UN (DOT)
2351
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