| [Flash Point] 156 | |
| [Autoignition] 430 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. | |
| [Upper exp. limit] 5.3 | |
| [Lower exp. limit] .7 | |
| [Fire Potential] Slightly flammable. Requires preheating. | |
| [Ingestion] Induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Keep away from heat and flame. Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause narcotic effects in high concentration. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Contact produces irritation, tearing, and burning pain. | |
| [Ingestion] Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin. | |
| [Respirators] Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | |
| [Exposure Effects] May cause fetal effects. | |
| [Exposure limit(s)] TLV (as TWA): 10 ppm; 5 mg/m3 (ACGIH 1992-1993). NIOSH REL: TWA 5 mg/m3 | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] Water-white to colorless, odorless, oily liquid. | |
| [Solubility in water] 1 g/L | |
| [Melting Point] -3 | |
| [Boiling Point] 298 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.00081 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.13592 g/cm3 (0 C) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 2.47 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 63.30 kJ/mol | |
| [Heat Of Combustion] -5582 kJ/mol | |
| [Usage] In manufacture celluloid, solvent for cellulose acetate in manufacture varnishes & dopes, fixative for perfumes, denaturing alcohol. | |
| [Vapor Density] 7.6 | |
| [Saturation Concentration] 2.17 ppm (.0002%) at 25 C (calculated) | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.5000 (21C) | |
| [Product Name] Diethyl phthalate | |
| [Synonyms] 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, diethyl ester DEP Diethyl benzene-1,2-dicarboxylate Ethyl phthalate Phthalic acid, diethyl ester | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_84-66-2.htm">84-66-2 | |
| [Formula] C12H14O4 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 222.24 | |
| [EINECS] 201-550-6 | |
| [RTECS] TI1050000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Primary Irritant | |
| [Merck] 12,7527 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1912500 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-09-00-03172 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Remove all sources of ignition. | |
| [Disposal Code] 1 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong acids such as nitric acid, strong oxidizing agents, and permanganates. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. | |
| [Combustion Products] Irritating vapors of unburned chemical may form in fire. | |
| [HS Code] 2917 34 00 |