Phthalic anhydride
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Health Hazard
Safety Data Sheets
| Manufacturer | Download |
|---|---|
| Alfa Aesar | Download PDF |
| Sigma Aldrich | Download PDF |
| TCI | Download PDF |
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H302 |
Harmful if swallowed | Acute toxicity, oral |
H315 |
Causes skin irritation | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H317 |
May cause an allergic skin reaction | Sensitization, Skin |
H318 |
Causes serious eye damage | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H334 |
May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled | Sensitization, respiratory |
H335 |
May cause respiratory irritation | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Respiratory tract irritation |
H361 |
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child | Reproductive toxicity |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P233 |
Keep container tightly closed. |
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. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P284 |
[In case of inadequate ventilation] Wear respiratory protection. |
P301+P317 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. |
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. |
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)). |
P330 |
Rinse mouth. |
P332+P317 |
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. |
P333+P317 |
If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help. |
P342+P316 |
If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Get emergence medical help immediately. |
P362+P364 |
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P403 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 12 mg-m3 |
| NIOSH REL | 6 mg-m3 |
| NIOSH IDLH | 60 mg-m3 |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
A colorless to white lustrous solid in the form of needles with a mild distinctive odor.
| Boiling Point | 563°F |
| Flash Point | 305°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 0.0015 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 1.53 at 68°F |
NFPA 704 Diamond
1
2
0
Health
Fire
Reactivity
Target Organs
skin and respiratory irritation and sensitization, eye irritation causing conjunctivitis
Synonyms
1,2-benzenedicarboxylic anhydride; 1,3, dioxophthalan; 1,3 isobenzoflurandione; PAN; phthalic acid anhydride
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 6811
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
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.
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