Methyl-tert-butyl ether (MTBE) 99,5+% 100 Milliliter

Methyl-Tert butylether (MTBE) is an organic connection that is frequently used as an additive in fuels, in particular gasoline. It is mainly added to increase the octal condition of gasoline, resulting in better combustion and more efficient operation of the engine. In addition, MTBE also has a few other applications, such as solvent in the chemical industry and as an extraction agent in the pharmaceutical industry. The use of MTBE in fuels has various advantages. Firstly, it increases the knock resistance of gasoline, reducing the risk of pinging or beating the engine. This ensures a smoother and more efficient operation of the engine, resulting in better fuel consumption and lower emissions of harmful substances. In addition, MTBE can help reduce carbon monoxide and volatile organic compound emissions, which improves air quality. Although MTBE has many advantages, there are also some safety instructions that must be followed when handling and using them. Firstly, MTBE is a flammable liquid and must be stored and used in accordance with the applicable safety regulations. It must be stored in well -ventilated spaces, away from open fire, sparks and heat sources. It is also important to prevent MTBE from coming into contact with the skin, eyes or being inhaled because it can cause irritation. Wearing suitable personal protective equipment, such as gloves and safety glasses, is recommended when handling MTBE. In addition, it is important to mention that when it ends up in the environment, MTBE can be persistent and is difficult to degrade. It can contaminate groundwater and has a characteristic odor and taste, making it detectable, even in small quantities. For this reason there are restrictions in some countries on the use of MTBE in fuels, due to the possible negative effects on the environment and the drinking water supply. In Conclusion, Methyl-Tert butyl ether (MTBE) is a commonly used organic connection that is added to gasoline to increase the octal condition and improve the performance of the engine. It has several advantages, such as better combustion and lower emissions of harmful substances. However, when using and using MTBE, the necessary safety measures must be taken because of the flammability and possible irritation. Moreover, attention must be paid to the possible environmental pollution and the limitations that some countries have imposed on the use of MTBE.

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P sentences:

- P210: Keeping heat/sparks/open fire/hot surfaces. Not smoking.

- P233: Save in well-closed packaging.

- P240: Storage and collection reservoir Aarden.

-P241: Explosive electric/ventilation/lighting-/... Use equipment.

- P242: Only use spark-free tools.

- P243: taking precautions against discharges of static electricity.

- P280: Protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/facial protection.

- P303+P361+P353: When contact with the skin (or the hair): pull out contaminated clothing immediately. Rinse your skin with water.

- P370+P378: In case of fire: extinguish with CO2, blushing powder or foam.

- P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Store cool.

H-sentences:

- H225: Lightly flammable liquid and vapor.

- H302: harmful when swallowing.

- H315: causes skin irritation.

- H319: causes serious eye irritation.

- H332: harmful when inhalation.

- H335: can cause airways irritation.

- H336: can cause sleepiness or dizziness.

- H361: can possibly harm the fertility or the unborn child.

- H373: Can cause damage to organs in long-term or repeated exposure.

- H411: toxic for organisms living in the water, with long-term consequences.