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<FINISHING AREA SUBSTANCE HAZARDS>

BHT (BUTYLATED HYDROXY TOLUENE)

BHT consists of solid white or light yellow particles that look similar to sugar granules. BHT
is used as one of the dry additives in finished polymer. You may come in contact with BHT
at the additive hoppers and feeders in the Finishing Extruder Area. BHT is also stored in
fiber drums located in the warehouse.
BHT is subject to dust explosions when exposed to extreme heat or electric arcs.

<PRECAUTIONS>

• Wear PPE:
- dust mask or respirator
- impervious rubber gloves
- safety glasses/goggles
- paper coveralls

• Use grounded or spark proof equipment to transport.

• Do not use high pressure water to wash down spills.

• Use carbon dioxide, dry chemical, foam or water spray to fight fires. Wear self-
contained breathing apparatus.

<FIRST AID - BHT (BUTYLATED HYDROXY TOLUENE)>

Hazard Effect Remedy

• Inhale dust. • Irritant to nasal and • Remove victim to fresh air.

respiratory Provide oxygen if breathing is
passages. difficult.

• Eye contact. • Irritant. • Immediately flush eyes with

large amounts of water for at
least 15 minutes.
• Seek medical attention.

• Skin contact. • Irritant. • Wash with soap and water.

• Seek medical attention if rash
develops.
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Hazard Effect Remedy

• Ingest (highly • Eating huge • Give 1 to 2 glasses milk or

unlikely) amounts may cause water IF victim is conscious and
diarrhea and other alert.
system
disturbances. • Induce vomiting or give 1 or 2
ounces activated charcoal in
water.
• Seek immediate medical
attention.