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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    

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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    

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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    

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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.

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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

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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.

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SECTION 7: Handling and Storage
   Handling and Storage:       Store liquid in a tightly sealed container in a cool dry place.    

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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.    

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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    

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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.    

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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    

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SECTION 12: Ecological Information
   Ecological Information:       no information available    

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SECTION 13: Disposal Considerations
   Disposal:       Dispose of according to federal, state, and local regulations.    

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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    

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SECTION 15: Regulatory Information
   TSCA:       Not listed in the TSCA inventory.    
   SARA (Title 313):       Title compound not listed.    
   Second Ingredient:       none    

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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
N/A