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DIMETHYL TEREPHTHALATE ICSC: 0262
DIMETHYL TEREPHTHALATE
Dimethyl p-phthalate
Dimethyl 1,4-benzenedicarboxylate
C6H4(COOCH3)2/C10H10O4
Molecular mass: 194.2
CAS # 120-61-6
RTECS # WZ1225000
ICSC # 0262
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames.
Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Finely dispersed particles form explosive mixtures in air.
Prevent deposition of dust; closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
 
EXPOSURE


INHALATION
Ventilation.
Fresh air, rest.
SKIN
Protective gloves.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness.
Safety spectacles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Rest.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).


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ICSC: 0262 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

DIMETHYL TEREPHTHALATE ICSC: 0262

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
WHITE FLAKES.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.
MAK not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

INHALATION RISK:


EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 288°C
Melting point: 140°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.2
Solubility in water: none		 Vapour pressure, kPa at 150°C: 1.7
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.5
Flash point: 153°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 518°C
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
N O T E S
DMT is a commonly used name.
NFPA Code: H1; F1; R0
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0262 DIMETHYL TEREPHTHALATE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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