International Chemical Safety Cards

BISPHENOL A ICSC: 0634

BISPHENOL A
4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene)bisphenol
4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol
C15H16O2/(CH3)2C(C6H4OH)2
Molecular mass: 228.3
CAS # 80-05-7
RTECS # SL6300000
ICSC # 0634
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.

 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!

INHALATION Cough. Sore throat.
Local exhaust.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN Redness.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
EYES Redness. Pain.
Safety goggles, or face shield.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Nausea.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.
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).
Separated from acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, oxidants and food and feedstuffs.

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ICSC: 0634 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
WHITE CRYSTALS.

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

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
 Reacts violently with acid anhydrides, acid chlorides, strong bases and strong oxidants.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point at 1.7 kPa: 250-252°C
Melting point: 152-153°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.2
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 190°C: 87
Flash point: 207°C o.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 600°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.32
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ICSC: 0634 BISPHENOL A
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