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Diethyl phthalate

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[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