MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
Product Name: Dibutyl Phthalate
Catalog Number: 21390
DOT Hazard Class: Not hazardous
MSDS Updated: 9/16/05
Distributed By: Ladd Research
83 Holly Court
Williston, VT 05495
(802) 658-4961
HAZARDOUS
COMPONENTS
CAS Number Percent Exposure
Limits
Dibutyl Phthalate 84-74-2
>95% 5 mg/m³ (OSHA PEL)
PHYSICAL AND
CHEMICAL DATA
Boiling Point: 340EC
Specific Gravity:
1.045
Vapor Density: 9.6 (air = 1)
Melting
Point: -35EC
Solubility: 1/2500 (DBP/water); soluble in ether and
acetone
Appearance and
Odor: Colorless oily
liquid. Slight aromatic odor.
FIRE AND
EXPLOSION HAZARD DATA
Flash Point: 157EC
Lower Explosive
Limit: 0.5%
Upper Explosive
Limit: Not Determined
Extinguishing
Media: Water fog, CO2, dry
chemical.
Special Fire
Fighting Procedures: Wear
self-contained breathing apparatus with a full face piece, operated in a
positive pressure mode.
Unusual Fire and
Explosion Hazards: Product
has been reported to ignite explosively when exposed to extreme heat.
HEALTH HAZARD
DATA
Primary Routes of
Entry: Skin, eyes,
inhalation
Skin: Irritation
Eyes: Irritation
Inhalation: Vapors may cause nasal and general
respiratory irritation. May cause
coughing and difficult breathing
Ingestion: May cause nausea, vomiting, headaches,
dizziness or irritation
EMERGENCY AND
FIRST AID
Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Flush skin with water for 15 minutes or
until all evidence of the material is gone.
Eyes: Flush with water for at least 15
minutes. Seek medical attention.
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. Seek medical attention
Ingestion: If conscious, induce vomiting. Seek medical attention.
REACTIVITY
DATA
Stability: Stable
Hazardous
Polymerization: Will not
occur
Conditions to
Avoid: Extreme heat,
ignition sources
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizers, acids, bases, chlorine,
nitrates
Hazardous
Decomposition Products: Oxides
of carbon
SPILL,
DISPOSAL AND STORAGE INFORMATION
Spill: Absorb spill on inert material and place in
an impervious container. Seal tightly
and label for disposal. Ensure
elimination of ignition sources prior to clean up.
Disposal: Consult local, state and federal regulations.
Storage: Store tightly closed and away from ignition
sources in a cool dry place.
PROTECTIVE
EQUIPMENT AND CONTROL MEASURES
Respiratory: Self-contained breathing apparatus with full
face piece if TLV is exceeded.
Gloves: Impervious (nitrile, butyl rubber)
Eye: Chemical splash goggles
Ventilation: Chemical fume hood
SECTION 313
SUPPLIER NOTIFICATION
Not applicable
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