2-chloro-2-methylpropane

Guidance on Safe Use

First-aid measures

Description of first aid measures:

Pay attention to self-protection. Remove victims from hazardous area. Immediately remove soiled or soaked clothing and remove it to a safe distance. Keep victim warm, in a stabilized position and covered. Do not leave victims unattended. If the casualty is unconscious: Place the victim in the recovery position.

Inhalation:

Inhalation is possible if aerosols, mists, dusts, or smoke form. Move victims into fresh air. With labored breathing: Provide with oxygen. Consult a doctor. If the casualty is not breathing: Perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation, notify emergency physician immediately.

Skin contact:

Wash off affected area immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. If symptoms persist, consult a physician for treatment.

Eye contact:

With eye held open, thoroughly rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes. In case of persistent discomfort: Consult an ophthalmologist.

Ingestion:

Rinse out mouth. Immediately give large quantities of water to drink. Consult a physician immediately.

Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed:

Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed:

This substance does not have any noteworthy noxious potential. Damage to health is thus not expected.

Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media:

Water spray, foam, CO2, dry powder.

Unsuitable extinguishing media:

high volume water jet

Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture:

In case of fire cool endangered containers with water. Hazardous fumes in fires, specific to the product: hydrochloric acid. Under certain fire conditions, tracesn of other toxic products may occur. Flammable liquid. Vapours may reach an ignition source and flash back. Explosive mixtures may form at temperatures at or above the flash point.

Special protective equipment for fire-fighters:

In case of fire: wear a self contained respiratory apparatus. Wear suitable protective clothing.

Advice for firefighters

Water used to extinguish fire should not enter drainage systems, soil, or stretches of water Ensure there are sufficient retaining facilities for water used to extinguish fire. Contaminated fire-extinguishing water must be disposed of in accordance with the regulations issued by the appropriate local authorities. Fire residues should be disposed of in accordance with the regulations.

Accidental release measures

Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures:

Ensure adequate ventilation. Do not breathe vapour. Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking. Do not allow to enter drains (danger of explosion).Wear personal protective equipment.

Environmental precautions:

Prevent product from entering drains. Do not allow entrance in sewage water, soil or stretches of water.

Methods and material for containment and cleaning up:

Take up mechanically or with an absorbent material. Fill into marked, sealable containers.

Suitable binder: diatomaceous earth

Handling and storage

Handling:

Precautions for safe handling:

Provide good ventilation or extraction. Wear personal protective equipment.

Advice on protection against fire and explosion:

Take precautionary measures against static charges, keep away from sources of ignition. Explosion protection equipment required. Vapours can form explosive mixtures with air.

Explosion group:

II A (DIN EN 57165 / VDE 0165/6.80)

Storage:

Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities:

Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep in a cool place.

Recommended storage temperature: < 25°C.

Suitable materials: glass, drums with polyethylene lining, Corrodes: metals., Only use the special containers permitted for this product.

Unsuitable materials: copper, brass, light metals, iron, mild steel

Further information:

Keep tightly sealed in original packing. Avoid sun rays, heat effect. Avoid impurities.

German storage class:

3 - Flammable liquids

Transport information

Land transport (UN RTDG/ADR/RID)

UN number:

UN 1127

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CHLOROBUTANES (2-chloro-2-methylpropane)

Chemical name:

2-chloro-2-methylpropane

Language:

English

Labels:

3

Special provisions / remarks

Special provisions:

ADR: Observe listed materials regulation §35, paragraph 1 GGVSEB

Remarks:

Labelling according to regulations governing hazardous goods : yes
orange warning plate: 33 / 1127

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

UN number:

UN 1127

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CHLOROBUTANES (2-chloro-2-methylpropane)

Chemical name:

2-chloro-2-methylpropane

Language:

English

Labels:

3

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Labelling according to regulations governing hazardous goods : yes

Marine transport (UN RTDG/IMDG)

UN number:

UN 1127

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

CHLOROBUTANES (2-chloro-2-methylpropane)

Chemical name:

2-chloro-2-methylpropane

Labels:

3

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

abelling according to regulations governing hazardous goods : yes
UN-Placard: 1127

Air transport (UN RTDG/ICAO/IATA)

UN number:

UN 1127

Shipping information

Proper shipping name and description:

Chlorobutanes (2-chloro-2-methylpropane)

Chemical name:

2-chloro-2-methylpropane)

Labels:

3

Special provisions / remarks

Remarks:

Labelling according to regulations governing hazardous goods : yes
IATA_C: ERG-Code 3L
IATA_P: ERG-Code 3L

Additional transport information

Additional information

Special provisions / remarks / other:

Combination traffic :
Labelling of containers / shipping units following main product run as per sea or air transport regulations.

Exposure controls / personal protection

Control parameters:

Engineering measures:

Provide good ventilation or extraction.

Personal protective equipment:

Respiratory protection:

In case of leakage or if TLV is exceeded wear respiratory equipment with suitable filter or a self contained respiratory apparatus. Note time limit for wearing respiratory protective equipment.

Hand protection:

Applies to handling for brief periods or of small amounts

Glove material: Nitrile, for example: Dermatril 740, Kächele-Cama Latex GmbH (KCL), Germany

Material thickness: 0,11 mm

Method: DIN EN 374

Applies to handling for longer periods or of large amounts

Glove material:  Fluorinated rubber (Viton), for example, Vitoject (890), Kächele-Cama Latex GmbH (KCL), Germany

Material thickness: 0,65 mm

Method: DIN EN 374

Do not use:

Glove material: Natural rubber (Lapren), chloroprene (Camapren, Tricopren), butyl-rubber (Butoject)

Eye protection:

close-fitting protective goggles (e.g. closed goggles). Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166

Skin and body protection:

Use protective clothing / face shield if necessary.

Hygiene measures:

Do not inhale vapours / aerosols. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Remove contaminated or saturated clothing.

Protective measures

The personal protective equipment used must meet the requirements of directive 89/686/EEC and amendments (CE certification).

Stability and reactivity

Hazardous decomposition products: hydrogen chloride

Disposal considerations

Product:

With respect to local regulations, e.g. dispose of to suitable waste incineration plant.

Uncleaned packaging:

Do not reuse empty containers and dispose of in accordance with the regulations issued by the appropriate local authorities.

Waste Key Number:

No waste key number as per the European Waste Types List can be assigned to this product, since such classification is based on the (as yet undetermined) use to which the product is put by the consumer. The waste key number must be determined as per the European Waste Types List (decision on EU Waste Types List 2000/532/EC) in cooperation with the disposal firm / producing firm / official authority.