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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Trimethylacetaldehyde(630-19-3)

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
Trimethylacetaldehyde
Synonyms
2,2-Dimethylpropionaldehyde
Neopentaldehyde
Pivaldehyde
Pivalic aldehyde
tert-Valeraldehyde
Trimethylacetaldehyde
CAS
630-19-3
Formula
C5H10O
Molecular Weight
86.13
EINECS
211-134-6
Beilstein/Gmelin
506060
Beilstein Reference
4-01-00-03295

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water
Soluble
Melting Point
6
Boiling Point
74
Vapor Pressure
97 (25 C)
Density
0.771 g/cm3 (20 C)
Partition Coefficient
1.07
Heat Of Vaporization
31.9 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.3791 (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.
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
-13
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

Incompatibilities
Oxidizing agents - strong reducing agents.
Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

UN Number
1989

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure Effects
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 36/37/38 43
EC Safety Phrase
S 16 23 26 36/37 45
UN (DOT)
1989
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