ICSC 0151 - DIPHENYLOL PROPANE DIGLYCIDYL ETHER

DIPHENYLOL PROPANE DIGLYCIDYL ETHER	ICSC: 0151 (September 1997)
2,2-bis(4-(2,3-Epoxypropoxy)phenyl) propane Bisphenol A diglycidyl ether

CAS #: 1675-54-3

EC Number: 216-823-5

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.

AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation		Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Dry skin. Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Dizziness. Drowsiness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants.
PACKAGING

DIPHENYLOL PROPANE DIGLYCIDYL ETHER

ICSC: 0151

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance ODOURLESS YELLOWISH BROWN VISCOUS LIQUID. Physical dangers Chemical dangers The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides. Reacts with strong oxidants.	Formula: C₂₁H₂₄O₄ / C₂H₃OCH₂OC₆H₃C₃H₆C₆H₅OCH₂C₂H₃O Molecular mass: 340.5 Melting point: 8-12°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.17 Solubility in water: see Notes Relative vapour density (air = 1): 11.7 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): see Notes Flash point: 79°C o.c.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS YELLOWISH BROWN VISCOUS LIQUID.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
The substance can presumably form explosive peroxides. Reacts with strong oxidants.

Formula: C₂₁H₂₄O₄ / C₂H₃OCH₂OC₆H₃C₃H₆C₆H₅OCH₂C₂H₃O
Molecular mass: 340.5
Melting point: 8-12°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.17
Solubility in water: see Notes
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 11.7
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): see Notes
Flash point: 79°C o.c.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. Exposure could cause lowering of consciousness.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. Exposure could cause lowering of consciousness.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: sensitization of skin (SH)

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
Boiling point, solubility in water, vapour pressure, relative density of the vapour/air mixture, and auto-ignition temperature are unknown in the literature. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xi; R: 36/38-43; S: (2)-28-37/39

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