What is tertiary butyl alcohol?
tertiary butyl alcohol is a flammable and potentially toxic substance used in industrial processes. The molecular group contains a methyl group, carbon, oxygen and hydrogen. The compound is often used as an industrial solvent and also to increase octane levels in gasoline. It is also used for the production of perfumes, shellacs, artificial leather and photographic films. When using tertiary butyl alcohol, safety measures must be followed; It may be toxic if someone inhales or swallows the substance or gets it on their skin. Production of safety glass, rubber and plastic cement and color remover are often other tertiary industrial use of butyl alcohol. It is usually flammable, either due to sparks, high temperatures or direct exposure to flames. The boiling point is generally 180 ° F (82.4 ° C) and the explosions can only occur from trace amounts of steam.
Fires and explosions related to tertiary butyl alcohol may occur when it comes into contact with hydrochloric acid or oxidative compounds.It can also be decomposed into toxic gases, so the compound should usually be stored in closed containers for safety reasons. The areas where it is often used should be devoted and should be available in general protective clothing and equipment. Tercary data sheet for butyl alcohol (MSD) also indicates that the compound is not used with copper, alkaline metals or aluminum.
exposure to tertiary butyl alcohol often causes eye irritation and skin irritation is also possible. Washing the affected area is sometimes sufficient to clean alcohol away and solve the problem, but medical care may be necessary. Inhalation and swallowing is generally dangerous and can be fatal. The exposure can be acute in which eye irritation, sore throat, headaches, and dizziness may occur. Skin infections and other problems may result in chronic exposure.
A substance called Methyl tertiary butyletGames can be metabolized to tertiary butyl alcohol. Safety measures should generally be introduced for both when one of them is used. Alcohol is usually stored in ventilated containers or closed drums, while inert gases can be venting over the containers to reduce air flammability. Empty containers can also have explosive residues and water is often ineffective in fire extinguishes, which include tertiary butyl alcohol. Carbon dioxide or dry chemicals are often used to cover such a fire.