Propane,2-ethoxy-2-methyl- cas no:637-92-3
Synonyms: Ether,tert-butyl ethyl (6CI,7CI,8CI); 1,1-Dimethylethyl ethyl ether;2-Ethoxy-2-methylpropane; Ethyl 1,1-dimethylethyl ether; Ethyl tert-butylether; Ethyl tert-butyl oxide; NSC 1069; tert-Butyl ethyl ether
NamePropane,2-ethoxy-2-methyl-
CAS637-92-3
SynonymsEther,tert-butyl ethyl (6CI,7CI,8CI); 1,1-Dimethylethyl ethyl ether;2-Ethoxy-2-methylpropane; Ethyl 1,1-dimethylethyl ether; Ethyl tert-butylether; Ethyl tert-butyl oxide; NSC 1069; tert-Butyl ethyl ether
EINECS(EC#)211-309-7
Molecular FormulaC6H14 O
Molecular Weight102.17
Appearanceclear, colorless liquid.
refractive indexn20/D 1.375(lit.)
storage tempFlammables area
Globally Harmonized System of Classification adn Labelling of Chemicals(GHS)
Hazardclass3
Hazard F: Flammable;Xi: Irritant;
Risk R11
Safety
Low toxicity by inhalation. When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating vapors.
Hazard Codes:
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Risk Statements about Ethyl tert-butyl ether (CAS NO.637-92-3):
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 19 May form explosive peroxides.
R 20 Harmful by inhalation.
R36/38 Irritating to eyes and skin.
R52/53 Harmful to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.
R65 Harmful: may cause lung damage if swallowed.
Safety Statements:
S16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No smoking.
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.
S61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/safety data sheets.
S62 If swallowed, do not induce vomiting: seek medical advice immediately and show this container or label.
Attention:
1. Storage: Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
2. Handling: Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
3. Health Hazard: Inhalation or contact with material may irritate or burn skin and eyes. Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution.
| Organism |
Test Type |
Route |
Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) |
Effect |
Source |
| mouse |
LC50 |
inhalation |
123gm/m3/15M (123000mg/m3) |
BEHAVIORAL: GENERAL ANESTHETIC |
Anesthesiology. Vol. 11, Pg. 455, 1950. |
| rabbit |
LD50 |
skin |
> 2gm/kg (2000mg/kg) |
SENSE ORGANS AND SPECIAL SENSES: OTHER CHANGES: OLFACTION
GASTROINTESTINAL: "HYPERMOTILITY, DIARRHEA"
GASTROINTESTINAL: OTHER CHANGES |
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| rat |
LC50 |
inhalation |
> 5880mg/m3/4H (5880mg/m3) |
|
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| rat |
LD |
oral |
> 5gm/kg (5000mg/kg) |
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