LUPEROX 270
Material Safety Data Sheet
Arkema Inc.
1 PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY PHONE NUMBERS:
Functional Additives
Chemtrec: (800) 424-9300 (24hrs) or (703) 527-3887
2000 Market Street
Medical: Rocky Mountain Poison Control Center
28th Floor
(866) 767-5089 (24Hrs)
Philadelphia, PA 19103-3222
Information Telephone Numbers Phone Number Available Hrs
Customer Service Number (800) 331-7654 8:00 AM - 5:00 PM EST
Product Name LUPEROX 270
Product Synonym(s)
Chemical Family Organic Peroxide - Peroxyester
Chemical Formula
Chemical Name t-Butyl Peroxy 3,5,5-Trimethylhexanoate
EPA Reg Num
Product Use PLANT SITE RAW MATERIAL
Crosslinking Agent / Polymerization Initiator
2 COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Ingredient Name CAS RegistryNumber Typical % OSHA
tert-butyl peroxy-3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate 13122-18-4 > 97 % Y
The substance(s) marked with a "Y" in the OSHA column, are identified as hazardous chemicals according to the
criteria of the OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
This material is classified as hazardous under Federal OSHA regulation.
The components of this product are either on the TSCA Inventory list or exempt as impurities.
3 HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Emergency Overview
Light Yellow Liquid, Ester-like odor
WARNING!
ORGANIC PEROXIDE
MAY CAUSE SKIN IRRITATION.
MAY CAUSE ALLERGIC SKIN REACTION.
Potential Health Effects
Inhalation and skin contact are expected to be the primary routes of occupational exposure to this material. Based on
single exposure animal tests, it is considered to be practically non-toxic if swallowed, no more than slightly toxic if
absorbed through skin or inhaled, slightly irritating to eyes and moderately to severely irritating to skin. Repeated
exposure may cause an allergic skin reaction.
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4 FIRST AID MEASURES
IF SWALLOWED, induce vomiting as directed by medical personnel. Get medical attention. NEVER GIVE
ANYTHING BY MOUTH TO AN UNCONSCIOUS PERSON.
IF INHALED, remove to fresh air.
IF IN EYES, immediately flush with plenty of water. Get medical attention if irritation persists.
IF ON SKIN, immediately wash with soap and plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes.
Get medical attention. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse.
5 FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Fire and Explosive Properties
Auto-Ignition Temperature NE
Flash Point 97 C Flash Point Method COC
Flammable Limits- Upper NE
NE
Lower
Extinguishing Media
Use water spray, foam or dry chemical.
Fire Fighting Instructions
Fight fire with large amounts of water from a safe distance. Use water spray to cool containers exposed to fire.
Fire fighters and others who may be exposed to products of combustion should wear full fire fighting turn out
gear (full Bunker Gear) and self-contained breathing apparatus (pressure demand NIOSH approved or
equivalent). Fire fighting equipment should be thoroughly decontaminated after use. After a fire, wait until the
material has cooled to room temperature before initiating clean up activities.
Fire and Explosion Hazards
Contact with incompatible materials or exposure to temperatures exceeding the SADT may result in a self
accelerating decomposition reaction with release of flammable vapors which may autoignite.
6 ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
In Case of Spill or Leak
Use inert, non-combustible absorbant material such as sodium bicarbonate, sodium carbonate, calcium
carbonate, clean sand or non-acidic clay directly on the spilled peroxide, then wet down (dampen) the mixture
with water. Sweep or scoop up using non-sparking tools and place into a polyethylene bag for disposal. The
sweepings should be wetted down further with water. Dispose of immediately. After all of the material has
been collected, wash down the area with detergent and water. Consult a regulatory specialist to determine
appropriate state or local reporting requirements, for assistance in waste characterization and/or hazardous
waste disposal and other requirements listed in pertinent environmental permits.
7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
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7 HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Contact with incompatible materials or exposure to temperatures exceeding SADT (See Section (9) may
result in a self accelerating decomposition reaction with release of flammable vapors which may autoignite.
Keep away from heat sparks and flame. Avoid contamination. Use only with adequate ventilation. Avoid
breathing mist. Use explosion proof equipment. Keep container closed. Do not reuse container as it may
retain hazardous product residue.
Storage
Detached storage is preferred. Store out of direct sunlight in a cool well-ventilated place. Store away from
combustibles and incompatible materials. Refer also to National Fire Protection Agency (NFPA) Code 432,
Code for the Storage of Organic Peroxide Formulations. To maintain stability and active oxygen content,
store below 30 C (86 F ).
8 EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls
Investigate engineering techniques to reduce exposures. Provide ventilation if necessary to minimize
exposures. If practical, use local mechanical exhaust ventilation at sources of air contamination such as
open process equipment. Consult ACGIH ventilation manual or NFPA Standard 91 for design of exhaust
systems.
Eye / Face Protection
Use good industrial practice to avoid eye contact.
Skin Protection
Wear appropriate chemical resistant protective clothing and chemical resistant gloves to prevent skin
contact. Consult glove manufacturer to determine appropriate type glove material for given application.
Rinse contaminated skin promptly. Wash contaminated clothing and clean protective equipment before
reuse. Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
Respiratory Protection
Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Where airborne exposure is likely, use NIOSH approved respiratory
protection equipment appropriate to the material and/or its components. Full facepiece equipment is
recommended and, if used, replaces need for face shield and/or chemical goggles. If exposures cannot be
kept at a minimum with engineering controls, consult respirator manufacturer to determine appropriate type
equipment for given application. Observe respirator use limitations specified by NIOSH or the manufacturer.
For emergency and other conditions where there may be a potential for significant exposure, use an
approved full face positive-pressure, self-contained breathing apparatus or positive-pressure airline with
auxiliary self-contained air supply. Respiratory protection programs must comply with 29 CFR 搂 1910.134.
Airborne Exposure Guidelines for Ingredients
The components of this product have no established Airborne Exposure Guidelines
-Only those components with exposure limits are printed in this section.
-Skin contact limits designated with a "Y" above have skin contact effect. Air sampling alone is insufficient to accurately quantitate
exposure. Measures to prevent significant cutaneous absorption may be required.
-ACGIH Sensitizer designator with a value of "Y" above means that exposure to this material may cause allergic reactions.
-WEEL-AIHA Sensitizer designator with a value of "Y" above means that exposure to this material may cause allergic skin reactions.
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9 PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Light Yellow Liquid, Ester-like odor
Appearance/Odor
pH NE
Specific Gravity 0.880 @25 C
Vapor Pressure NE
Vapor Density NE
Melting Point NE
Freezing Point NA
Boiling Point NA
Solubility In Water Insoluble
SADT 60 C
This material is chemically unstable and should only be handled under specified conditions. See HANDLING AND STORAGE section
of this MSDS for specified conditions.
SADT - Self Accelerating Decomposition Temperature. Lowest temperature at which the tested package size will undergo a self-
accelerating decomposition reaction. This reaction will generate flammable vapors which may autoignite. The length of time to
generated a decomposition reaction, after the SADT has been reached or exceeded, is dependent upon how much the SADT has
been exceeded and the length of time needed for the reaction exotherm (heat spike from increasing decomposition rate) to initiate a
rapid decomposition reaction. Typically, SADT is inversely proportional to package size. Larger packages will have a lower SADT
due to smaller ratio to heat transfer area to volume of product.
Other Physical Data
Active Oxygen Content = 6.74 - 6.90% A[O]
10 STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability
This material is chemically unstable and should only be handled under specified conditions. See HANDLING
AND STORAGE section of this MSDS for specified conditions.
SADT - Self Accelerating Decomposition Temperature. Lowest temperature at which the tested package size
will undergo a self-accelerating decomposition reaction. This reaction will generate flammable vapors which
may autoignite. The length of time to generated a decomposition reaction, after the SADT has been reached
or exceeded, is dependent upon how much the SADT has been exceeded and the length of time needed for
the reaction exotherm (heat spike from increasing decomposition rate) to initiate a rapid decomposition
reaction. Typically, SADT is inversely proportional to package size. Larger packages will have a lower SADT
due to smaller ratio to heat transfer area to volume of product.
Hazardous Polymerization
Does not occur.
Incompatibility
Contact with foreign materials, such as, strong acids, bases, oxidizers, reducing agents, amines,
promoters/accelerators may result in a violent decomposition reaction or in product degradation.
Hazardous Decomposition Products
Temperatures at or above the SADT can result in the release of hazardous decomposition products which are
flammable and may autoignite.
11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicological Information
Data on this material and/or its components are summarized below.
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11 TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
tert-Butyl peroxy-3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate
Single exposure (acute) studies indicate that this material is practically non-toxic if swallowed (rat LD50 >5,000
mg/kg), no more than slightly toxic if absorbed through skin (rat LD0 2,000 mg/kg) or inhaled (rat 4-hr LC50
>0.8 mg/l), slightly irritating to rabbit eyes and moderately to severely irritating to rabbit skin. Skin allergy was
observed in guinea pigs following repeated exposure. No genetic changes were observed in tests using
bacteria.
12 ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicological Information
Data on this material and/or its components are summarized below.
tert-Butyl peroxy-3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate
This material is slightly toxic to fish (Oncorhychus mykiss, 96-hr LC50 7 mg/l).
Chemical Fate Information
Data on this material and/or its components are summarized below.
tert-Butyl peroxy-3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate
This material is not readily biodegradable.
13 DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal
Dispose of in accordance with federal, state and local regulations. Dilution followed by incineration is the
preferred method. Dilution ration of 10:1 in a clean, compatible, combustible solvent (i.e., Fuel Oil #2, mineral
oil) will reduce reactivity hazard during incineration and transportation.
14 TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT Name Organic Peroxide Type D, Liquid
DOT Technical Name [ tert-Butyl peroxy-3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate, >32-100% ]
DOT Hazard Class 5.2
UN Number UN 3105
DOT Packing Group PG II
RQ
15 REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard Categories Under Criteria of SARA Title III Rules (40 CFR Part 370)
Immediate (Acute) Health Y Fire Y
Reactive
Delayed (Chronic) Health N Y
Sudden Release of Pressure N
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The components of this product are either on the TSCA Inventory list or exempt as impurities.
Ingredient Related Regulatory Information:
CERCLA RQ SARA TPQ
SARA Reportable Quantities
tert-butyl peroxy-3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate NE NE
New Jersey Right to Know
This product does contain the following chemical(s), as indicated below, currently on the New Jersey Right-to-Know Substances List.
tert-butyl peroxy-3,5,5-trimethylhexanoate
16 OTHER INFORMATION
Revision Information
Revision Number 4
02 JAN 2007
Revision Date
Supercedes Revision Dated 19-OCT-2004
Revision Summary
This material has been transferred to the Functional Additives group.
Key
NE= Not Established NA= Not Applicable (R) = Registered Trademark
Miscellaneous
LUPEROX is a registered trade mark of Arkema Inc.
Arkema Inc. believes that the information and recommendations contained herein (including data and
statements) are accurate as of the date hereof. NO WARRANTY OF FITNESS FOR ANY PARTICULAR
PURPOSE, WARRANTY OF MERCHANTABILITY, OR ANY OTHER WARRANTY, EXPRESSED OR
IMPLIED, IS MADE CONCERNING THE INFORMATION PROVIDED HEREIN. The information provided
herein relates only to the specific product designated and may not be valid where such product is used in
combination with any other materials or in any process. Further, since the conditions and methods of use are
beyond the control of Arkema Inc., Arkema Inc. expressly disclaims any and all liability as to any results
obtained or arising from any use of the product or reliance on such information.
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