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2,6-Di-tert-butyl-p-cresol | 
CAS 128-37-0 | ||
[C(CH3)3]2CH3C6H2OH | 
RTECS GO7875000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names  BHT; Butylated hydroxytoluene; Dibutylated hydroxytoluene; 4-Methyl-2,6-di-tert-butyl phenol  | 
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 10 mg/m3 | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion | ||
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Physical Description  White to pale-yellow, crystalline solid with a slight, phenolic odor. [food preservative]  | 
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MW: 220.4 | 
BP: 509°F | 
MLT: 158°F | 
Sol: 0.00004% | 
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VP: 0.01 mmHg | 
IP: ? | 
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Sp.Gr: 1.05 | 
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Fl.P: 261°F | 
UEL: ? | 
LEL: ? | 
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| Class IIIB Combustible Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 200°F. | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities  Oxidizers  | 
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Measurement Methods  NIOSH P&CAM226 (II-1); OSHA PV2108 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods  | 
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)  Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: Daily  | 
First Aid (See procedures)  Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash Breathing: Fresh air Swallow: Medical attention immediately  | 
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available.  | 
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| Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
| Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin; in animals: decreased growth rate, increased liver weight | |
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Target Organs 
Eyes, skin  | 
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| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0841 |