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Diethyl phthalate |
CAS 84-66-2 | ||
C6H4(COOC2H5)2 |
RTECS TI1050000 | ||
Synonyms & Trade Names DEP, Diethyl ester of phthalic acid, Ethyl phthalate |
DOT ID & Guide |
Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 5 mg/m3 | ||
OSHA PEL†: none | |||
IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion |
Physical Description Colorless to water-white, oily liquid with a very slight, aromatic odor. [pesticide] |
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MW: 222.3 |
BP: 563°F |
FRZ: -41°F |
Sol(77°F): 0.1% |
VP(77°F): 0.002 mmHg |
IP: ? |
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Sp.Gr: 1.12 |
Fl.P(oc): 322°F |
UEL: ? |
LEL(368°F): 0.7% |
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Class IIIB Combustible Liquid; however, ignition is difficult. | |||
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Strong oxidizers, strong acids, nitric acid, permanganates, water |
Measurement Methods OSHA 104 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection) Skin: No recommendation Eyes: No recommendation Wash skin: No recommendation Remove: No recommendation Change: No recommendation |
First Aid (See procedures) Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Wash regularly Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available. |
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Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat; headache, dizziness, nausea; lacrimation (discharge of tears); possible polyneuropathy, vestibular dysfunc; pain, numbness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), spasms in arms & legs; in animals: reproductive effects | |
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, peripheral nervous system, reproductive system |
See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 0258 |