TETRAHYDROPHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE | ICSC: 1372 (March 2001) |
4-Cyclohexene-1,2-dicarboxylic anhydride 3a,4,7,7a-Tetrahydro-1,3-isobenzofurandione THPA 1,2,3,6-Tetrahydrophthalic anhydride |
CAS #: 85-43-8 |
UN #: 2698 |
EC Number: 201-605-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. | NO open flames. | Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Wheezing. Shortness of breath. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Burning sensation. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Severe deep burns. | 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 | Burning sensation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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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. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
TETRAHYDROPHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE | ICSC: 1372 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C8H8O3 / C6H8(CO)2O |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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The symptoms of asthma often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Anyone who has shown symptoms of asthma due to this substance should avoid all further contact. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn; R: 41-42/43-52/53; S: (2)-22-24-26-37/39-61; Note: C |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations