803546

Safety data sheet

According to EC Directive 91/155/EEC

1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking

Identification of the product
Catalogue No.:	803546
Product name:	Diphenylolpropane for synthesis

Manufacturer/supplier identification
Company:	Merck Ltd. 9th Floor, Monterey Tower, 2170 New Petchburi Road, Bangkapi, Huaykwang, Bangkok 10320 Tel: (662) 308 - 0218

2. Composition/information on ingredients

Synonyms

2,2'-(4,4'-Dihydroxydiphenyl)propane ; 2,2-Bis(4-hydroxyphenyl)propane ; 4,4'-Isopropylidenediphenol ; Bisphenol

CAS-No.:	80-05-7	EC-Index-No.:	604-030-00-0
Molar mass:	228.29	EINECS-No.:	201-245-8
Molecular formula:	C₁₅H₁₆O₂

3. Hazards identification

Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.

4. First aid measures

After skin contact: wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. Summon eye specialist. After inhalation: fresh air.
After swallowing: make the victim drink plenty of water, induce vomiting. Summon doctor.

5. Fire-fighting measures

Suitable extinguishing media:

powder , CO₂ , foam

Special risks:

Combustible. Danger of dust explosion. Avoid percussion and friction.

6. Accidental release measures

Carefully take up dry. Avoid generation of dusts.

7. Handling and storage

Handling:

No further requirements.

Storage:

tightly closed Take measures to prevent electrostatic charging.

8. Exposure controls/personal protection

Personal protective equipment:
Respiratory protection:	not required
Eye protection:	required
Hand protection:	required
Industrial hygiene:	Change contaminated clothing. Application of skin-protective barrier cream recommended. Wash hands after working with substance.

9. Physical and chemical properties

Form:		scales
Colour:		white
Odour:		phenol-like
pH value			not available
Melting temperature			155 °C
Boiling temperature			220 °C
Ignition temperature			not available
Flash point			> 200 °C
Explosion limits	lower		not available
	upper		not available
Solubility in	water	(20 °C)	insoluble
	ethanol	(20 °C)	soluble
	acetone	(20 °C)	soluble
Thermal decomposition			> 260 °C

10. Stability and reactivity

no information available

11. Toxicological information

Acute toxicity

LD₅₀ (oral, rat): 3250 mg/kg
LD₅₀ (dermal, rabbit): 3000 mg/kg

Further toxicological information

After skin contact: Irritations.
After eye contact: Irritations. Very low acute toxicity in animal experiments.

12. Ecological information

Adverse ecological effects cannot be excluded in the event of improper handling or disposal.

13. Disposal considerations

Product:

There are no uniform EC Regulations for the disposal of chemicals or residues. Chemical residues generally count as special waste. The disposal of the latter is regulated in the EC member countries through corresponding laws and regulations. We recommend that you contact either the authorities in charge or approved waste disposal companies which will advise you on how to dispose of special waste.

Packaging:

Disposal in compliance with official regulations. Handle contaminated packaging in the same way as the substance itself. If not officially specified differently, non-contaminated packaging may be treated like household waste or recycled.

14. Transport information

Not subject to transport regulations.

15. Regulatory information

Labelling according to EC Directives
Symbol:	Xi	Irritant immediately and show this container or label.
R-phrases:	R 36/37/38-43	Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
S-phrases:	S 24-26-37	Avoid contact with skin. In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice. Wear suitable gloves.
EC-No.:	201-245-8	EC label

German regulations
Water pollution class	2	(polluting substance)

16. Other information

no information available