Bisphenol A

CAS 80-05-7 C₁₅H₁₆O₂ MW 228.2900 Danger
Corrosion Corrosion
Exclamation Mark Exclamation Mark
Health Hazard Health Hazard
Environment Environment
Emergency: 911 | Poison Control: 1-800-222-1222

Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction Sensitization, Skin
H318 Causes serious eye damage Serious eye damage/eye irritation
H336 May cause drowsiness or dizziness Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects
H360 May damage fertility or the unborn child Reproductive toxicity
H370 Causes damage to organs Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure
H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure
H401 Toxic to aquatic life Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard
H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard

Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling.
P264+P265 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/...
P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
P305+P354+P338 IF IN EYES: Immediately rinse with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
P308+P316 IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P318 if exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P321 Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P333+P317 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P391 Collect spillage.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Physical Properties

White to light brown flakes or powder with a weak medicinal odor. Reacts violently with acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, strong bases and strong oxidants.

Boiling Point428°F
Flash Point175°F
Vapor Pressure0.2 mmHg at 338°F
Specific Gravity1.195 at 77°F

Target Organs

Skin Eyes Nervous System Liver

Skin, eye, CNS, liver, and kidney effects

Synonyms

4,4'-(1-methylethylidene)bisphenol; 4,4'isopropylidenediphenol; 2,2-bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane

Data Sources

Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.

See something wrong? Report a data issue.