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DIISODECYL PHTHALATEICSC: 0875 (March 1998)
1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, diisodecyl ester
bis(8-Methylnonyl) phthalate
DIDP
CAS #: 26761-40-0
EC Number: 247-977-1

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

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation   Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes Redness.  Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion Dizziness. Nausea. Vomiting.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Rest. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable plastic or metal containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
 
PACKAGING
 
DIISODECYL PHTHALATE ICSC: 0875
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
CLEAR VISCOUS LIQUID. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Attacks some forms of plastic. 

Formula: C28H46O4 / C6H4(COO(CH2)7CH(CH3)2)2
Molecular mass: 446.7
Boiling point at 0.5kPa: 250-257°C
Melting point: -50°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.96
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 200°C: 147
Flash point: 229°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 402°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.3 (at 264°C)
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 4.9  


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. 

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
The substance may have effects on the liver. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: carcinogen category: 3 

ENVIRONMENT
 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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