Section 1: Product Identification
Chemical Name: 2,2,6,6-Tetramethyl-3,5-octanedione, 98% TMOD
CAS Registry Number: 78579-61-0
Formula: (CH3)3CC(O)CH2C(O)C(C2H5)(CH3)2
EINECS Number: none
Chemical Family: organic compound
Synonym: none
Section 2: Composition and Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS Number Percent ACGIH (TWA) OSHA (PEL)
Title Compound 78579-61-0 100% no data no data
Section 3: Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview: No notable hazards reported for this particular material. Unrecognized hazards may nevertheless be present.
Primary Routes of Exposure: Ingestion, inhalation
Eye Contact: May cause slight to mild irritation of the eyes
Skin Contact: May cause slight to mild irritation of the skin.
Inhalation: May be irritating to the nose, mucous membranes and respiratory tract.
Ingestion: No specific information is available on the physiological effects of ingestion.
Acute Health Affects: May be irritating to skin, eyes and respiratory tract.
The health effects resulting from prolonged exposure to this compound have not been thoroughly investigated.
Chronic Health Affects:
Unrecognized hazards may be present.
NTP: No
IARC: No
OSHA: No
SECTION 4: First Aid Measures
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Eye Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Immediately flush the eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 10-15 minutes. A victim may need
Skin Exposure:
assistance in keeping their eye lids open. Get immediate medical attention.
Remove the victim to fresh air. Closely monitor the victim for signs of respiratory problems, such as difficulty
Inhalation:
in breathing, coughing, wheezing, or pain. In such cases seek immediate medical assistance.
Seek medical attention immediately. Keep the victim calm. Give the victim water (only if conscious). Induce
Ingestion:
vomiting only if directed by medical personnel.
SECTION 5: Fire Fighting Measures
Flash Point: no data
Autoignition Temperature: no data
Explosion Limits: no data
Extinguishing Medium: dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or foam.
If involved in a fire, fire fighters should be equipped with a NIOSH approved positive pressure self-contained
Special Fire Fighting Procedures:
breathing apparatus and full protective clothing.
Hazardous Combustion and If involved in a fire this material may emit toxic organic fumes.
Decomposion Products:
Unusual Fire or Explosion Hazards: None
SECTION 6: Accidental Release Measures
Small spills can be mixed with vermiculite, sodium carbonate or other suitable non combustible adsorbent and
Spill and Leak Procedures:
swept up.
SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
Handling and Storage: Store liquid in a tightly sealed container in a cool dry place.
SECTION 8: Exposure Controls and Personal Protection
Eye Protection: Always wear approved safety glasses when handling a chemical substance in the laboratory.
Skin Protection: Wear protective clothing and gloves. Consult with glove manufacturer to determine the proper type of glove.
Ventilation: If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
In the absence of adequate ventilation a respirator should be worn. The use of a respirator requires a
Respirator:
Respirator Protection Program to be in compliance with 29 CFR 1910.134.
Ventilation: If possible, handle the material in an efficient fume hood.
Additional Protection: No additional protection required.
SECTION 9: Physical and Chemical Properties
Color and Form: colorless to pale yellow liq.
Molecular Weight: 198.302
Melting Point: no data
Boiling Point: no data
Vapor Pressure: no data
Specific Gravity: no data
Odor: mild organic odor
Solubility in Water: Insoluble
SECTION 10: Stability and Reactivity
Stability: air and moisture stable
Hazardous Polymerization: no hazardous polymerization
Conditions to Avoid: none
Incompatibility: Oxidizing agents
Decomposition Products: carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide, and organic fumes.
SECTION 11: Toxicological Information
RTECS Data: No information available in the RTECS files.
Carcinogenic Effects: no information available
Mutagenic Effects: no information available
Tetratogenic Effects: no information available
SECTION 12: Ecological Information
Ecological Information: no information available
SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
Disposal: Dispose of according to federal, state, and local regulations.
SECTION 14: Transportation
Shipping Name (CFR): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Additional Hazard Class (CFR): NA
Packaging Group (CFR): NA
UN ID Number (CFR): NA
Shipping Name (IATA): Non-hazardous
Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Additional Hazard Class (IATA): NA
Packaging Group (IATA): NA
UN ID Number (IATA): NA
SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
TSCA: Not listed in the TSCA inventory.
SARA (Title 313): Title compound not listed.
Second Ingredient: none
SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A