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PHTHALIC ACID
ICSC: 0768
Peer-Review Status: 11.10.2006 Validated
1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid
ortho-Phthalic acid 
CAS #: 88-99-3 RTECS #: TH9625000
EINECS #: 201-873-2
 		    Formula: C8H6O4 / C6H4(COOH)2
Molecular mass: 166.1

TYPES OF
HAZARD /
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS      PREVENTION      FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.  NO open flames.  Use water spray, powder, alcohol-resistant foam, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.  Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.   
 
EXPOSURE   PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!   
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat.  Use local exhaust.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves.  Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness.  Wear safety spectacles.  Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). 
Ingestion Sore throat.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.   
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
 
GHS Classification
Signal: Warning
May be harmful if swallowed
Causes skin irritation
Causes serious eye irritation 
excl mark;warn

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
NFPA Code: H1; F1; R; 0.   

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
CRYSTALLINE POWDER. 

Physical dangers
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. 

Chemical dangers
The solution in water is a weak acid. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV (NOT-ESTABLISHED):. 

Routes of exposure
 

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Decomposes at 191°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.6
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.574 (poor)
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.7
Flash point: 168°C c.c.
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.73   		 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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