NILE CHEMICALS
Section
1: Chemical Product and Company Identification
Product
Name: BHA
CAS#:
25013-16-5
Synonym:
Butylated hydroxyanisole;
(1,1-Dimethylethyl)-4-methoxyphenol; 2(3)-tert-Butyl-4-
hydroxyanisole;
Butylhydroxyanisole; Embanox; Protex, Tenox BHA; tert-Butyl-4-hydroxyanisole;
tert-Butyl-4-methoxyphenol; tert-Butylhydroxyanisole
Chemical
Name: Phenol,
(1,1-dimethylethyl)-4-methoxy-
Chemical
Formula: C11H16O2
Section
2: Composition and Information on Ingredients Composition:
Name
CAS # % by Weight
BHA
25013-16-5 100
Toxicological
Data on Ingredients: BHA:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 2000 mg/kg [Rat]. 1100 mg/kg [Mouse]. 2100 mg/kg [Rabbit].
Section
3: Hazards Identification
Potential
Acute Health Effects:
Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation
(lung irritant). Slightly hazardous in case of ingestion.
Potential
Chronic Health Effects:
Slightly
hazardous in case of skin contact (sensitizer). CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified
2B (Possible for human.) by IARC. Classified 2 (Some evidence.) by NTP.
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not
available. EVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY:
Not available. The substance may be toxic to blood, liver, upper respiratory
tract, skin. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target
organs damage.
Section
4: First Aid Measures Eye Contact:
Check
for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes
with plenty of water for at least 15minutes. Get medical attention.
Skin
Contact: In case of
contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water. Cover the irritated skin
with an emollient. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before
reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention.
Serious
Skin Contact: Wash with a
disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream.
Seek immediate medical attention.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to
fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is
difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention.
Serious
Inhalation: Not available.
Ingestion:
Do
NOT induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If large quantities of this material
are swallowed, call a physician immediately. Loosen tight clothing such as a
collar, tie, belt or waistband.
Serious
Ingestion: Not available.
Section
5: Fire and Explosion Data
Flammability
of the Product: May be
combustible at high temperature.
Auto-Ignition
Temperature: Not
available.
Flash
Points: CLOSED CUP: 156°C
(312.8°F).
Flammable
Limits: Not available.
Products
of Combustion: These
products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
Fire
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances: Slightly
flammable to flammable in presence of open flames and sparks, of heat.
Explosion
Hazards in Presence of Various Substances:
Risks
of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not
available.
Fire
Fighting Media and Instructions:
SMALL
FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not
use water jet.
Special
Remarks on Fire Hazards: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Explosion Hazards: Not
available.
Section
6: Accidental Release Measures Small Spill:
Use
appropriate tools to put the spilled solid in a convenient waste disposal
container. Finish cleaning by spreading water on the contaminated surface and
dispose of according to local and regional authority requirements.
Large
Spill: Use a shovel to put
the material into a convenient waste disposal container. Finish cleaning by
spreading water on the contaminated
surface and allow to evacuate through the sanitary system.
Section
7: Handling and Storage Precautions:
Keep
away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment
containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe dust. Wear suitable
protective clothing. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable
respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the
container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from
incompatibles such as oxidizing agents.
Storage:
Keep container tightly
closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Sensitive to light.
Store in light-resistant containers.
Section
8: Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering
Controls: Use process
enclosures, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to keep
airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. If user operations generate
dust, fume or mist, use ventilation to keep exposure to airborne contaminants
below the exposure limit.
Personal
Protection: Splash
goggles. Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified
respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Personal
Protection in Case of a Large Spill: Splash
goggles. Full suit. Dust respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing
apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested
protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE
handling this
product.
Exposure
Limits: Not available.
Section
9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical
state and appearance: Solid.
(Waxy solid.)
Odor:
Characteristic. (Slight.)
Taste:
Not available.
Molecular
Weight: 180.25 g/mole
Color:
White to yellowish.
pH
(1% soln/water): Not
applicable.
Boiling
Point: 264°C (507.2°F) -
270 C @ 733 mm Hg
Melting
Point: 48°C (118.4°F) -
55 C.
Critical
Temperature: Not
available.
Specific
Gravity: Not available.
Vapor
Pressure: Not applicable.
Vapor
Density: 6.2 (Air = 1)
Volatility:
Not available.
Odor
Threshold: Not available.
Water/Oil
Dist. Coeff.: Not
available.
Ionicity
(in Water): Not available.
Dispersion
Properties: See solubility
in water, diethyl ether.
Solubility:
Soluble in diethyl ether.
Insoluble in cold water, hot water. Soluble in 50% alcohol or higher, petroleum
ether, propylene glycol, fats, oils, chloroform. Solubility in Alcohol: 4 g/4 ml
alcohol. Solubility in Chloroform: 1 g/2 ml chloroform. Solubility in Ether: 1
g/1.2 ml Ether.
Section
10: Stability and Reactivity Data
Stability:
The product is stable.
Instability
Temperature: Not
available.
Conditions
of Instability: Excess
heat, incompatible materials, light, dust generation
Incompatibility
with various substances: Reactive
with oxidizing agents.
Corrosivity:
Not available.
Special
Remarks on Reactivity: Sensitive
to light. Degrades after prolonged exposure to sunlight.
Special
Remarks on Corrosivity: Not
available.
Polymerization:
Will not occur.
Section
11: Toxicological Information
Routes
of Entry: Inhalation.
Ingestion.
Toxicity
to Animals: Acute oral
toxicity (LD50): 1100 mg/kg [Mouse].
Chronic
Effects on Humans:
CARCINOGENIC
EFFECTS: Classified 2B (Possible for human.) by IARC. Classified 2 (Some
evidence.) by NTP. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Mutagenic for bacteria and/or yeast. May
cause damage to the following organs: blood, liver, upper respiratory tract,
skin.
Other
Toxic Effects on Humans: Hazardous
in case of skin contact (irritant), of inhalation (lung irritant). Slightly
hazardous in case of ingestion.
Special
Remarks on Toxicity to Animals: Not
available.
Special
Remarks on Chronic Effects on Humans:
May
affect genetic material (mutagenic). May cause adverse reproductive effects
based on animal test data. May cause cancer.
Special
Remarks on other Toxic Effects on Humans:
Acute
Potential Health Effects: Skin: Causes skin irritation. It may cause
depigmentation. Eyes: Causes eye irritation. May cause chemical conjunctivitis.
Inhalation: Causes severe respiratory tract irritation. Ingestion: May be
harmful if swallowed. May cause
gastrointestinal tract irritation with nausea, vomiting, diarrhea. It may affect
behavior/central nervous system (ataxia, altered sleep time), respiration
(respiratory stimulation) Chronic Potential Health Effects: Skin: Prolonged or
repeated
skin
contact may cause contact dermatitis, an allergic reaction. Ingestion: Prolonged
or repeated ingestion may affect theblood (hemolysis with or without anemia),
metabolism (weight loss), respiratory system, liver, thyroid, adrenal gland.
Section
12: Ecological Information
Ecotoxicity:
Not available.
BOD5
and COD: Not available.
Products
of Biodegradation: Possibly
hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term
degradation products may arise.
Toxicity
of the Products of Biodegradation: The
products of degradation are less toxic than the product itself.
Special
Remarks on the Products of Biodegradation: Not
available.
Section
13: Disposal Considerations
Waste
Disposal:
Waste
must be disposed of in accordance with federal, state and local environmental
control regulations.
Section
14: Transport Information
DOT
Classification: Not a DOT
controlled material (United States).
Identification:
Not applicable.
Special
Provisions for Transport: Not
applicable.
Section
15: Other Regulatory Information Federal and State Regulations:
California
prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of
California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other re productive harm,
which would require a warning under the statute: BHA California prop. 65 (no
significant risk level): BHA: 4 mg/day (value) California prop. 65: This product
contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found
to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: BHA Minnesota:
BHA
Massachusetts
RTK: BHA Massachusetts spill list: BHA California Director's List of Hazardous
Substances: BHA TSCA 8(b) inventory: BHA
Other
Regulations:
OSHA:
Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial
Chemical Substances.
Other
Classifications:
WHMIS
(Canada): CLASS D-2A:
Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
DSCL
(EEC):
R22-
Harmful if swallowed. R36/37/38- Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and
skin. R40- Limited Evidence of CarcinogenicEffect S36/37- Wear suitable
protective clothing and gloves. S45- In case of accident or if you feel unwell,
seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
HMIS
(U.S.A.):
Health
Hazard: 2
Fire
Hazard: 1
Reactivity:
0
Personal
Protection: E
National
Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.):
Health:
2
Flammability:
1
Reactivity:
0
Specific
hazard:
Protective
Equipment:
Gloves.
Lab coat. Dust respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Splash
goggles.
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