Butyl Acetate Transport

Bulk butyl acetate transport across Mexico with dedicated stainless-steel tank trucks, regulatory compliance and nationwide coverage since 1988.

TRESAL (Transportes Especializados del Altiplano, S. de R. L. de C. V.) transports butyl acetate (n-butyl acetate, C₆H₁₂O₂, UN1123, Class 3 flammable liquid) in bulk across Mexico in dedicated stainless-steel tank trucks with full regulatory compliance. We have operated since 1988 with nationwide coverage and ISO 9001:2015 certification.

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Who transports bulk butyl acetate in Mexico?

TRESAL transports butyl acetate for Mexican industry in dedicated stainless-steel tank trucks, without consolidating third-party freight, with nationwide coverage from its bases in Cuautitlán Izcalli (Greater Mexico City) and San Luis Potosí.

What is butyl acetate used for?

Butyl acetate is a widely used solvent in paints, coatings, lacquers and varnishes, where it regulates evaporation rate. It is also used in printing inks, adhesives, synthetic leather, nail-care products and food flavorings.

Source for uses: PubChem (National Library of Medicine).

How is butyl acetate transported safely?

Butyl acetate is a flammable liquid (flash point ~22 °C) whose vapors are heavier than air. Its bulk transport requires a dedicated stainless-steel unit, electrical bonding and grounding, ignition-source control, segregation from oxidizers, spill prevention, verified tank washing and compatibility with the previous load.

References: NIOSH Pocket Guide (CDC) · transport framework NOM-002-SCT/2011.

What handling precautions does butyl acetate require?

Butyl acetate is flammable and irritates the eyes, skin and respiratory tract; inhaling its vapors can cause dizziness or drowsiness. TRESAL personnel use appropriate PPE, keep the area ventilated, control ignition sources and spills, and follow emergency procedures.

Reference: NIOSH Pocket Guide (CDC).

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Does TRESAL issue the safety data sheet (SDS)?

No. Under NOM-018-STPS-2015, the safety data sheet (SDS) is prepared by and is the responsibility of the manufacturer or importer of the chemical, not the carrier. As a carrier, TRESAL obtains the SDS from the shipper of each load and carries it on board for reference and emergency response; we neither issue nor replace that document. This separation of responsibilities is part of the regulatory compliance we provide.

Official source: NOM-018-STPS-2015 (Secretaría de Economía). In a transport emergency: SETIQ line 800 00 214 00.

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Last updated: July 10, 2026