6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

If inhaled : Remove to fresh air. Get medical attention immediately.

In case of skin contact : Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. If on skin, rinse well with water. Get medical attention immediately if irritation persists.

In case of eye contact : Immediately flush eye(s) with plenty of water. If symptoms persist, call a physician.

If swallowed : Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth with water. Drink 1 or 2 glasses of water. Get medical attention immediately.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms : Acute dermal irritation/corrosion; Respiratory disorder

Risks : Dangerous amounts can be absorbed through the skin.

Treatment : The first aid procedure should be established in consultation with the doctor responsible for industrial medicine.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media : Alcohol-resistant foam(on small fires); Carbon dioxide (CO2); Dry chemical

Unsuitable extinguishing media : Water spray jet

Advice for firefighters:

Special protective equipment for firefighters : Wear full protective clothing and self-contained breathing apparatus.

Further information : Do not discharge extinguishing waters into streams, rivers and lakes.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions : Evacuate unnecessary personnel. Avoid all contact with material. Wear suitable protective equipment.

Environmental precautions : Prevent leaks and prevent soil / water pollution caused by leaks.

Methods for cleaning up : Contain spillage, soak up with non-combustible absorbent material, (e.g. sand, earth, diatomaceous earth, vermiculite) and transfer to a container for disposal according to local / national regulations. Large spills should be collected mechanically (remove by pumping) for disposal.

Handling and storage

Advice on safe handling : Wear suitable protective equipment. Warn personnel about the dangers of the product. Keep container tightly closed.

Requirements for storage areas and containers : Keep in a dry, cool place.

Advice on common storage : Never allow product to get in contact with water during storage.

Other data : Stable under normal conditions.

Specific use(s) : Antioxidant

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

2810

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
(6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol)

Chemical name:

6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol

Language:

English

Labels:

6.1

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

Tunnel restriction code : (C/E)
Environmentally hazardous : yes

Inland waterway transport (UN RTDG/ADN(R))

UN number:

2810

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
(6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol)

Chemical name:

6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol

Language:

English

Labels:

6.1

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Tunnel restriction code : (C/E)
Environmentally hazardous : yes

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

2810

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

TOXIC LIQUID, ORGANIC, N.O.S.
(6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol)

Chemical name:

6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol

Labels:

6.1

Marine pollutant

Remarks

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

2810

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Toxic liquid, organic, n.o.s.
(6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol)

Chemical name:

6-tert-butyl-2,4-xylenol

Labels:

6.1

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Packing instruction (cargo aircraft): 604
Environmentally hazardous : yes
Packing instruction (passenger aircraft): 603

SpecialProvisions

Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters: Contains no substances with occupational exposure limit values.

Engineering measures: Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.

Personal protective equipment:

Respiratory protection : In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. Respirator with filter for organic vapour

Hand protection : Polyvinyl alcohol or nitrile- butyl-rubber gloves. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.  Before removing gloves clean them with soap and water.

Eye protection : Safety goggles.

Skin and body protection : impervious clothing, Long sleeved clothing.

To protect against splashes from pouring: Rubber or plastic boots. Rubber or plastic apron. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use.

Discard contaminated shoes.

Hygiene measures : Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection. When using do not eat, drink or smoke. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep working clothes separately. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before re-use. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.

Protective measures : Ensure that eye flushing systems and safety showers are located close to the working place.

Environmental exposure controls. General advice : Prevent leaks and prevent soil / water pollution caused by leaks.

Stability and reactivity

Reactivity: No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Chemical stability: Stable under normal conditions.

Hazardous reactions : No dangerous reaction known under conditions of normal use.

Conditions to avoid : Extremes of temperature and direct sunlight.

Materials to avoid : Oxidizing agents, Strong acids and strong bases

Hazardous decomposition products: Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapours. Carbon oxides

Disposal considerations

Product : Dispose of in accordance with the European Directives on waste and hazardous waste.

Contaminated packaging : Empty remaining contents. Dispose of as unused product.