SECTION 1. IDENTIFICATION
Product Name: Tetrabutylammonium Hydroxide Solution
Product Number: All applicable American Elements product codes, e.g. TBAM-OH-01-SOL
CAS #: 2052-49-5
Relevant identified uses of the substance: Scientific research and development
Supplier details:
American Elements
10884 Weyburn Ave.
Los Angeles, CA 90024
Tel: +1 310-208-0551
Fax: +1 310-208-0351
Emergency telephone number:
Domestic, North America: +1 800-424-9300
International: +1 703-527-3887
SECTION 2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification
This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200)
Label Elements
Signal Word:
Danger
Hazard Statements:
Harmful if swallowed
Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
May cause respiratory irritation
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Precautionary Statements
Prevention
Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area
Response
Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
Inhalation
IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing
Skin
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower
Wash contaminated clothing before reuse
Eyes
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
Ingestion
Rinse mouth
Do NOT induce vomiting
Storage
Store locked up
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
Hazards not otherwise classified (HNOC)
None identified
SECTION 3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Component / CAS-No:
1-Butanaminium, N,N,N-tributyl-, hydroxide / 2052-49-5
Water / 7732-18-5
SECTION 4. FIRST AID MEASURES
General Advice:
Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. Immediate medical attention is required.
Eye Contact:
Rinse immediately with plenty of water, also under the eyelids, for at least 15 minutes.
Immediate medical attention is required.
Skin Contact:
Wash off immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Remove and wash contaminated clothing and gloves, including the inside, before re-use. Call a physician immediately.
Inhalation:
If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Remove from exposure, lie down. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Call a physician immediately.
Ingestion:
Do NOT induce vomiting. Clean mouth with water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Call a physician immediately.
Most important symptoms and effects:
Causes burns by all exposure routes. Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric
lavage or emesis is contraindicated. Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should
be investigated: Ingestion causes severe swelling, severe damage to the delicate tissue
and danger of perforation
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically
SECTION 5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Suitable Extinguishing Media
CO 2, dry chemical, dry sand, alcohol-resistant foam.
Unsuitable Extinguishing Media
No information available
Flash Point No information available
Method - No information available
Autoignition Temperature No information available
Explosion Limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Sensitivity to Mechanical Impact No information available
Sensitivity to Static Discharge No information available
Specific Hazards Arising from the Chemical
Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors. The product causes burns of eyes, skin and mucous
membranes.
Hazardous Combustion Products
None known.
Protective Equipment and Precautions for Firefighters:
As in any fire, wear self-contained breathing apparatus pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent) and full protective gear. Thermal decomposition can lead to release of irritating gases and vapors.
NFPA
Health 3
Flammability 0
Instability 0
Physical hazards -
SECTION 6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Precautions:
Ensure adequate ventilation. Use personal protective equipment as required. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Keep people away from and upwind of spill/leak.
Environmental Precautions:
Should not be released into the environment. See Section 12 for additional Ecological Information.
Methods for Containment and Clean Up:
Soak up with inert absorbent material. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
SECTION 7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling:
Wear personal protective equipment/face protection. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only under a chemical fume hood. Do not breathe mist/vapors/spray. Do not ingest. If swallowed then seek immediate medical assistance.
Storage:
Corrosives area. Keep containers tightly closed in a dry, cool and well-ventilated place.
SECTION 8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Exposure Guidelines
This product does not contain any hazardous materials with occupational exposure limits established by the region specific regulatory bodies.
Engineering Measures
Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are close to the workstation location.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eye/face Protection Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by
OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard
EN166.
Skin and body protection Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respiratory Protection Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard
EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if
exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Hygiene Measures
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice.
SECTION 9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State Liquid
Appearance Colorless
Odor No information available
Odor Threshold No information available
pH 14 (100 g/l @ 20°C)
Melting Point/Range 1 °C / 33.8 °F
Boiling Point/Range No information available
Flash Point No information available
Evaporation Rate No information available
Flammability (solid,gas) Not applicable
Flammability or explosive limits
Upper No data available
Lower No data available
Vapor Pressure No information available
Vapor Density No information available
Specific Gravity 0.97 g/cm3
Solubility No information available
Partition coefficient; n-octanol/water No data available
Autoignition Temperature No information available
Decomposition Temperature No information available
Viscosity No information available
Molecular Formula C16 H37 N O
Molecular Weight 259.48
SECTION 10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactive Hazard None known, based on information available
Stability Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to Avoid Incompatible products.
Incompatible Materials Strong oxidizing agents
Hazardous Decomposition ProductsNone under normal use conditions
Hazardous Polymerization Hazardous polymerization does not occur.
Hazardous Reactions None under normal processing.
SECTION 11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Product Information
Oral LD50 Category 4. ATE = 300 - 2000 mg/kg.
Dermal LD50 Based on ATE data, the classification criteria are not met. ATE > 2000 mg/
Toxicologically Synergistic
Products
No information available
Delayed and immediate effects as well as chronic effects from short and long-term exposure
Irritation No information available
Sensitization No information available
Mutagenic Effects No information available
Reproductive Effects No information available.
Developmental Effects No information available.
Teratogenicity No information available.
STOT - single exposure Respiratory system
STOT - repeated exposure None known
Aspiration hazard No information available
Symptoms / effects,both acute and
delayed
Product is a corrosive material. Use of gastric lavage or emesis is contraindicated.
Possible perforation of stomach or esophagus should be investigated: Ingestion causes
severe swelling, severe damage to the delicate tissue and danger of perforation
Endocrine Disruptor Information No information available
Other Adverse Effects The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated.
SECTION 12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Ecotoxicity
Do not empty into drains.
Persistence and Degradability Miscible with water Persistence is unlikely based on information available.
Bioaccumulation/ Accumulation No information available.
Mobility Will likely be mobile in the environment due to its water solubility.
SECTION 13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste Disposal Methods
Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a
hazardous waste. Chemical waste generators must also consult local, regional, and
national hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.
SECTION 14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
DOT
UN-No UN3267
Proper Shipping Name Corrosive liquid, basic, organic, n.o.s.
Technical Name (Tetra-n-butylammonium hydroxide solution)
Hazard Class 8
Packing Group II
TDG
UN-No UN3267
Proper Shipping Name Corrosive liquid, basic, organic, n.o.s.
Hazard Class 8
Packing Group II
IATA
UN-No UN3267
Proper Shipping Name Corrosive liquid, basic, organic, n.o.s.
Hazard Class 8
Packing Group II
IMDG/IMO
UN-No UN3267
Proper Shipping Name Corrosive liquid, basic, organic, n.o.s.
Hazard Class 8
Packing Group II
SECTION 15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
U.S. Federal Regulations
SARA 313 Not applicable
SARA 311/312 Hazard Categories See section 2 for more information
CWA (Clean Water Act) Not applicable
Clean Air Act Not applicable
OSHA - Occupational Safety and
Health Administration
Not applicable
CERCLA Not applicable
California Proposition 65 This product does not contain any Proposition 65 chemicals.
U.S. Department of Transportation
Reportable Quantity (RQ): N
DOT Marine Pollutant N
DOT Severe Marine Pollutant N
U.S. Department of Homeland
Security
This product does not contain any DHS chemicals.
Other International Regulations
Mexico - Grade No information available
SECTION 16. OTHER INFORMATION
Safety Data Sheet according to Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006 (REACH). The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. American Elements shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product. See reverse side of invoice or packing slip for additional terms and conditions of sale. COPYRIGHT 1997-2022 AMERICAN ELEMENTS. LICENSED GRANTED TO MAKE UNLIMITED PAPER COPIES FOR INTERNAL USE ONLY.