ISOPHTHALIC ACID | ICSC: 0500 (April 2017) |
1,3-Benzenedicarboxylic acid m-Phthalic acid |
CAS #: 121-91-5 |
EC Number: 204-506-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air. | NO open flames. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust. | Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Use local exhaust. | Fresh air, rest. | |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Wear safety spectacles. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. | |
Ingestion | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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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. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria No hazard classification according to GHS criteriaTransportation |
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ISOPHTHALIC ACID | ICSC: 0500 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
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Formula: C8H6O4 / C6H4(COOH)2 |
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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MAK: (inhalable fraction): 5 mg/m3; peak limitation category: I(2); pregnancy risk group: C |
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NOTES |
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Sublimes without decomposition. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations