tert-Amyl methyl ether [TAME or 2-methoxy-2-methylbentane]
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Health Hazard
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H225 |
Highly Flammable liquid and vapor | Flammable liquids |
H320 |
Causes eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H336 |
May cause drowsiness or dizziness | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects |
H361 |
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child | Reproductive toxicity |
H370 |
Causes damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H402 |
Harmful to aquatic life | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P210 |
Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. |
P233 |
Keep container tightly closed. |
P240 |
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. |
P241 |
Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment. |
P242 |
Use only non-sparking tools. |
P243 |
Take precautionary measures against static discharge. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P273 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P303+P361+P353 |
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water [or shower]. |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P305+P351+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. |
P308+P316 |
IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P370+P378 |
In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P403+P235 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Physical Properties
Colorless liquid.
| Boiling Point | 187°F |
| Flash Point | 19.4°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 75.21 mmHg |
Synonyms
2-methoxy-2methyl-butane; methyl tert-pentyl ether; 1,1-dimethylpropyl methyl ether
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 61247
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