Product Identification

Product Name

tert-Butyl nitrite

Synonyms

1,1-Dimethylethyl nitrite

CAS

540-80-7

Formula

C4H9NO2

Molecular Weight

103.12

EINECS

208-757-0

RTECS

RA0802000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Merck

13,1582

Beilstein/Gmelin

1209339

EC Index Number

007-019-00-3

EC Class

Highly flammable; Harmful

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Yellow clear liquid

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Boiling Point

61

Density

0.8670 g/cm3

Usage

Jet propellant.

Refractive Index

1.3687 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.

Inhalation

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Refrigerator/flammables.

Handling

Empty containers retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Avoid contact with heat, sparks and flame.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

-11

Fire Fighting

Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, while using/wearing the proper protective equipment.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

1

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong reducing agents, strong acids, finely powdered metals.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.

Transport Information

UN Number

2351

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2920 90 85

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Exposure Effects

Harmful by inhalation and if swallowed. The toxicological properties of this material have not been investigated. Use appropriate procedures to prevent opportunities for direct contact with the skin or eyes and to prevent inhalation.

Hazards Identification

EC Risk Phrase

R 11 20/22

EC Safety Phrase

S 16 24 46

UN (DOT)

2351