Updated June 11, 2007
BHT ( Butylated Hydroxy Toluene)
Material Safety Data Sheet ( MSDS)
Eye Contact: can cause eye irritation as redness and pain.
1. PRODUCT I DENTI FI CATI ON
Skin Contact: can cause skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged
Product Name: BHT, butylated hydroxytoluene exposure to skin may cause dermatitis.
I NCI Name: BHT I ngestion: Do not ingest; may cause gastrointestinal irritation as
Chemical Name: 2,6-di-tert-butyl-4-methylphenol abdominal pain, liver failure, confusion and dizziness.
CAS Number: 128-37-0
EI NECS Number: 204-881-4 8. FI RST AI D MEASURES
Origin: synthetic
Eyes: Irrigate eyes with a heavy stream of water for at least 20
minutes. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
2. PHYSI CAL & CHEMI CAL PROPERTI ES
Skin: Wash exposed areas of the body with plenty of water & soap.
70oC (158oF)
Melting Point: I nhalation: Remove from area of exposure. If breathing is
265oC (509oF)
Boiling Point: difficult, give oxygen. Seek medical attention if symptoms persist.
1.03-1.05 g/ cm3
Density: I ngestion: Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting. Seek medical
1.3 Pa (at 20oC)
Vapor Pressure: attention.
Molecular Weight: 380.2g/ mol
Solubility in w ater: insoluble (0.00006g/ 100ml) 9. FI RE FI GHTI NG MEASURES
127oC (261oF)
Flash Point:
Flammability: may be combustible at high temperatures
Appearance & Odor: white crystalline powder
Extinguishing Media: water spray, foam, carbon dioxide for large
fires; dry powder for small fires
3. STABI LI TY & REACTI VI TY
Fire Fighting Procedures: Firefighters should wear full fire-
Chemical Stability: stable under normal conditions fighting turn-out gear (full Bunker gear) including NIOSH-approved
I ncompatibility: strong oxidizing agents and strong bases self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in
Hazardous Decomposition: no information found the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode.
Hazardous Polymerisation: will not occur
10. TOXI COLOGI CAL I NFORMATI ON
4. HANDLI NG & STORAGE
Acute LD50: no information found
Avoid contact with eyes. Wash thoroughly after handling. As with all Dermal and Eye I rritation: irriatant
chemicals, good industrial hygiene practices should be followed Carcinogenicity: no information found
when handling this material. Mutagenicity, Teratogenicity: no information found
Avoid freezing or excessive heat. Do not handle or store near an
open flame, heat or other sources of ignition. Keep the container 11. DI SPOSAL CONSI DERATI ONS
tightly closed and in a cool, well-ventilated place.
Storage and disposal must be in accordance with applicable local,
state & federal disposal regulations. Characterization and com-
5. ACCI DENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
pliance with applicable laws are the responsibility solely of the
Isolate spill area immediately. Keep unauthorized personnel away. generator.
Ventilate closed spaces before entering. Do not touch or walk
through spilled material. Prevent entry into waterways, sewers, 12. TRANSPORT I NFORMATI ON
basements or confined areas. Surface may become slippery after
DOT Shipping Name: Refer to corresponding hazard class
spillage. Use vacuum or broom sweeping and remove to disposal
ADR/ RI C Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
container. If damp, flush with water.
Sea Transport I MDG Code: Refer to corresponding hazard class
Air Transport I ATA: Refer to corresponding hazard class
6. EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTI ON
Respiratory Protection: Where exposure likely exceeds accep- 13. DI SCLAI MER
table criteria, use NIOSH/ OSHA-approved respiratory equipment.
This information relates only to the specific material designated and
Protective Clothing: Gloves recommended to prevent prolonged
may not be valid for such material used in combination with any
skin contact. Safety glasses, goggles, or face shield recommended
other materials or in any other process. Such information is to be
for eye protection.
the best of the company s knowledge and believed accurate and
Other Protective Measures: Employees must practice good
reliable as of the date indicated. However, no representation,
personal hygiene, washing exposed areas of skin several times daily
warranty or guarantee of any kind, express or implied, is made as
and laundering contaminated clothing before re-use.
to its accuracy, reliability or completeness and we assume no
responsibility for any loss, damage or expense, direct or
7. HAZARDS I DENTI FI CATI ON
consequential, arising out of use. It is the user s responsibility to
General: May cause irritation to skin, eyes and respiratory system. satisfy himself as to the suitableness & completeness of such
I nhalation: Inhalation of dust may be irritating to the respiratory information for his own particular use.
system causing cough and sore throat.
ALL DATA HEREIN ARE ALL AS PER OUR SUPPLIER.
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