tert-Butyl acetate
- CAS Number
- 540-88-5
- HSN Code
- 29153300
- Molecular Formula
- C6H12O2
- Catalogue Number
- AL0946
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 116.16 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
Tert-butyl acetate is a colorless liquid with a mild odor. Floats on water.
Also known as TBA, 2-Butyl acetate.
- Catalogue No.
- AL0946
- CAS Number
- 540-88-5
- Molecular Formula
- C6H12O2
- Molecular Weight
- 116.16 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29153300
- Grade
- 99%
- Product Form
- Substance
Boiling point: 95.1 °C; Flash point: 22 °C; Density: 0.8665 g/cu cm at 20 °C; Solubility: Soluble in ethanol, ethyl ether, chloroform, acetic acid.
- Appearance
- Liquid
- Shelf Life
- 24 months
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and strong acids.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- tert-Butyl acetate
- Catalogue No.
- AL0946
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 540-88-5
- EC Number
- 208-760-7
- Grade
- 99%
- EC Index Number
- 607-022-00-5
- Chemical Formula
- C6H12O2
- HSN Code
- 29153300
- Synonyms
- TBA, 2-Butyl acetate
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Solvent in coatings and cleaning formulations
- Uses advised against
- Not specified
1.3 — Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
- Company identification
- Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.
1.4 — Emergency Contact Details
- Phone / e-Mail
- Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Flam. Liq. 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 10908 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Flammable
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May form explosive peroxides upon prolonged storage.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- tert-Butyl acetate
- CAS No.
- 540-88-5
4.1 — Description of first aid measures
- First-aid measures after inhalation
- If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.
- First-aid measures after skin contact
- If this chemical contacts the skin, flush the contaminated skin with water promptly. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing and flush the skin with water promptly. If irritation persists after washing, get medical attention.
- First-aid measures after eye contact
- If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.
- First-aid measures after ingestion
- If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.
4.2 — Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
- Symptoms relating to use
- Headache, dizziness, nausea, and irritation of eyes and skin.
4.3 — Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
- General information
- Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.
5.1 — Extinguishing media
- Suitable extinguishing media
- Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
- Unsuitable extinguishing media
- Not specified
5.2 — Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
- Special procedures
- The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.
5.3 — Advice for firefighters
- Protection during firefighting
- Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.
6.1.1 — For non-emergency personnel
- Emergency procedures
- Evacuate area and eliminate all ignition sources. Ventilate area.
6.3 — Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
- Methods for cleaning up
- Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Use in a well-ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.
- Hygiene measures
- Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 — Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
- Storage conditions
- Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and strong acids.
8.2 — Exposure controls
- Hand protection
- Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
- Eye protection
- Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
- Skin and body protection
- Wear suitable protective clothing
- Respiratory protection
- Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Colorless
- Odour
- Fruity odor
- Odour threshold
- Not specified
- pH value
- Not applicable
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- 0.9
- Melting point
- -80 °C
- Freezing point
- Not specified
- Boiling point
- 95.1 °C
- Flash point
- 22 °C
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 799 °F (425 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- Not specified
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not applicable
- Vapour pressure
- 47 mm Hg at 25 °C ext
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 4.0 at BP (Air = 1)
- Density
- 0.8665 g/cu cm at 20 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in ethanol, ethyl ether, chloroform, acetic acid
- Log Pow
- 1.76
- Viscosity, kinematic
- 0.9 mm²/s
- Viscosity, dynamic
- Not specified
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- 1.2 - 7.5% (v/v) in air
10.1 — Reactivity
- Reactivity
- Stable under normal conditions. Avoid strong oxidizing agents.
10.2 — Chemical stability
- Chemical stability
- Heat contributes to instability.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Reacts with strong acids, strong bases and strong oxidants including nitrates. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks plastics.
10.4 — Conditions to avoid
- Conditions to avoid
- Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 — Incompatible materials
- Incompatible materials
- Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, and bases.
10.6 — Hazardous decomposition products
- Hazardous decomposition products
- When heated to decomposition it emits acrid smoke and irritating fumes.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 (oral, rat) > 5000 mg/kg.
- Skin corrosion/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Serious eye damage/irritation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Respiratory or skin sensitisation
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Germ cell mutagenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Carcinogenicity
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
12.1 — Toxicity
- Toxicity information
- Not specified
12.2 — Persistence - degradability
- Persistence - degradability
- Not specified
12.3 — Bioaccumulative potential
- Bioaccumulative potential
- Not specified
12.4 — Mobility in soil
- Mobility in soil
- Not specified
12.6 — Other adverse effects
- Environmental precautions
- Not specified
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
14.1 — UN number
- UN-No. (ADR)
- UN 1123
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1123
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1123
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1123
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1123
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- tert-Butyl acetate
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- tert-Butyl acetate
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- tert-Butyl acetate
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- tert-Butyl acetate
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- tert-Butyl acetate
14.3 — Transport hazard class(es)
- Transport hazard class(es)
- 3
14.4 — Packing group
- Packing group (ADR)
- II
- Packing group (IMDG)
- II
- Packing group (IATA)
- II
- Packing group (ADN)
- II
- Packing group (RID)
- II
14.5 — Environmental hazards
- Dangerous for the environment
- Not specified
- Marine pollutant
- Not specified
- Other information
- No supplementary information available
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Used as a solvent in coatings and cleaning-product formulation research.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL0333B
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 116.16 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Moisture content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on ignition | ≤ 0.01% | 0.005% |
| Related substances | None detected | None detected |
| Solubility | Soluble in water (0.5 g/L at 20 °C) | 0.5 g/L at 20 °C |
The above product is expected to comply with 99% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% | ≥ 99% | b.p. 95.1 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.01% | None detected | Soluble in ethanol, ethyl ether, chloroform, acetic acid |
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