Material Safety Data Sheet NFPA HMIS Personal Protective Equipment COR Health Hazard Fire Hazard See Section 15. Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Common Name/ Trade Name Manufacturer Commercial Name(s) Synonym Chemical Name Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide, 1M SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP. 14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 9248 Tetra-n-butylammonium Hydroxide 1. M Aqueous Solution Catalog Number(s). CAS# RTECS CI# T25, T159 Mixture. TSCA T S C A 8 ( b ) i n v e n t o r y : Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide; Water Page Number: 1 IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CHEMTREC (24hr) 8-424-9 Chemical Family Chemical Formula Supplier SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP. 14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 9248 CALL (1) 516-8 Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients Name CAS # Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m ) STEL (mg/m ) CEIL (mg/m ) % by Weight 1) Water 772-18-5 74.1 2) Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide 252-49-5 25.9 Toxicological Data on Ingredients Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide LD5: LC5: Section. Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects Potential Chronic Health Effects Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion. Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation. Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks of bronchial infection.
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide, 1M Page Number: 2 Section 4. First Aid Measures Eye Contact Skin Contact Serious Skin Contact Inhalation Serious Inhalation Ingestion Serious Ingestion Check for and remove any contact lenses. In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Cold water may be used. Get medical attention immediately. In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Cover the irritated skin with an emollient. Cold water may be used.wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before reuse. Get medical attention immediately. Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek medical attention. If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical attention immediately. Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek medical attention. 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. Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data Flammability of the Product Auto-Ignition Temperature Flash Points Flammable Limits Products of Combustion Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Fire Fighting Media and Instructions Fire Hazards Explosion Hazards Non-flammable. Non-explosive in presence of open flames and sparks, of shocks. Section 6. Accidental Release Measures Small Spill Large Spill Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Corrosive liquid. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Call for assistance on disposal.
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide, 1M Page Number: Section 7. Handling and Storage Precautions Storage Keep container dry. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapor/spray. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment. If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the label when possible. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Keep away from incompatibles such as oxidizing agents, acids. Keep container tightly closed. Keep container in a cool, well-ventilated area. Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls Personal Protection Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill Exposure Limits Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Boots. Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor 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. Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical state and appearance Liquid. Odor Molecular Weight ph (1% soln/water) Not available Taste Color Boiling Point The lowest known value is 1 C (212 F) (Water). Melting Point Critical Temperature Specific Gravity Weighted average: 1 (Water = 1) Vapor Pressure Vapor Density Volatility Odor Threshold Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Ionicity (in Water) Dispersion Properties Solubility The highest known value is 2. kpa (@ 2 C) (Water). The highest known value is.62 (Air = 1) (Water). See solubility in water, methanol. Easily soluble in cold water. Soluble in methanol. Section 1. Stability and Data Stability Instability Temperature Conditions of Instability Incompatibility with various substances Corrosivity The product is stable. Incompatible materials Reactive with oxidizing agents, acids. Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide, 1M Page Number: 4 Corrosivity Polymerization Corrodes metals (Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide) Will not occur. Section 11. Toxicological Information Routes of Entry Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans Other Toxic Effects on Humans Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans other Toxic Effects on Humans LD5: LC5: Very hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion. Hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive), of eye contact (corrosive), of inhalation (lung corrosive). Acute Potential Health Effects: Material is corrosive and extremely destructive to the tissue of the mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract, skin, and eyes. Skin: Causes skin irritation and burns Eyes: Causes eye irritation and burns. Inhalation: Causes respiratory tract irritation and chemical burns to the upper respiratory tract. Inhalation may result in spasm, inflammation and edema of the larynx, and bronchi, chemical pnuemonitis, and pulmonary edema. Symptoms may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Ingestion: May be harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal/digestive tract irritation and possible burns, nausea, headache, and vomiting. (Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide) Section 12. Ecological Information Ecotoxicity BOD5 and COD Products of Biodegradation Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation the Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise. The product itself and its products of degradation are not toxic. Section 1. 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 Identification CLASS 8: Corrosive liquid. UNNA: 1719 : Caustic alkali liquid, n.o.s. (Tetra-n-butyl ammonium hydroxide, solution) PG: II Special Provisions for Transport
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide, 1M Page Number: 5 DOT Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms Federal and State Regulations California Proposition 65 Warnings Other Regulations TSCA 8(b) inventory: Tetrabutylammonium hydroxide; Water 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: No products were found. California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause birth defects which would require a warning under the statute: No products were found. OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 191.12). Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada) CLASS E: Corrosive liquid. DSCL (EEC) R4- Causes burns. S24/25- Avoid contact with skin and eyes. S26- In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. S28- After contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water. S6/7/9- Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection. 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 Fire Hazard Personal Protection National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) Health COR Flammability Specific hazard WHMIS (Canada) DSCL (Europe) TDG (Canada) ADR (Europe) Protective Equipment Gloves (impervious).
Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide, 1M Page Number: 6 Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Face shield. Section 16. Other Information MSDS Code References Other Special Considerations T192 Validated by Sonia Owen on 1/18/21. Verified by Sonia Owen. Printed 1/18/21. CALL (1) 516-8 Notice to Reader All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.