Perfumes And Photographic Films Are Attached With Tertiary Butyl Acetate, An Adhesive Derived From Alcohol

Tertiary Butyl Acetate Tertiary Butyl Acetate has numerous industrial uses and is commonly used in adhesives, degreasers, and industrial coatings. The biological effects of tert-butyl acetate were studied in rats exposed to the compound for six hours. Exposure to the chemical resulted in partial saturation of the body tissues. Further studies were carried out to determine the toxicity of the compound. The safety of tert-butyl acetate can be determined by using OSHA method references. In addition to causing eye irritation, Tertiary Butyl Acetate is also highly irritating to skin and respiratory organs. High concentrations of the chemical may have a CNS depressant effect. Symptoms of tert-butyl acetate include headaches, eye irritation, and respiratory discomfort. The chemical also gives off a pungent fume and can be irritating to the eyes. Despite being a volatile organic compound, Tertiary Butyl Acetate is a non-hazardous air pollutant and an excellent substitute for xylene, tol...