Material Safety Data Sheet
Dioctyl Phthalate 

PRODUCT & COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

In case of Emergency call CHEMTREC 1-800-424-9300 

Supplier

TransChem, Inc.

3785 Via Nona Marie, Suite 300

Carmel, CA  93923

831-626-6140

Trade Names / Synonyms

DEHP; DOP; bis(2-Ethylhexyl) phthalate; Dioctyl Phthalate; 1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester; Octoil; Ethyl hexyl phthalate; 2-Ethylhexyl phthalate; bis-(2-ethylhexyl) 1,2-benzenedicarboxylate; octyl phthalate; phthalic acid dioctyl ester; BEHP; bisoflex 81; bisoflex dop; compound 889; DAF 68; ergoplast fdo; eviplast 80; eviplast 81; fleximel; flexol dop; flexol plasticizer dop; good-rite gp 264; hatcol dop; hercoflex 260; kodaflex dop; mollan o; nuoplaz dop; palatinol ah; pittsburgh px-138; platinol ah; platinol dop; rc plasticizer dop; reomol dop; reomol d 79p; sicol 150; staflex dop; truflex dop; vestinol ah; vinicizer 80; witcizer 312; Benzenedicarboxylic acid, bis(2-ethylhexyl) ester; Union carbide flexol 380; bis (2-Etheylexyl) Phthalate; Bis(2-Ethylhexyl)Phthalate (DEHP) ; Bis (2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate (Dioctyl phthalate)

Formula

C24H38O4

Chemical Name

Di-Sec-Octyl Phthalate 

Mol. Wgt

390.5618

 

INGREDIENTS

 

Component

CAS No.

% 

DI(2-ETHYLHEXYL) PHTHALATE (117-81-7)                                     


  OSHA VPEL 5.000 mg/m3 - TWA                                               


  OSHA VPEL 10.000 mg/m3 - STEL                                             


  ACGIH TLV 5.000 mg/m3 - TWA                                              

  ACGIH TLV 10.000 mg/m3 - STEL                                            

117-81-7

100

REACTIVITY DATA

 

Ability

 
Stable.                                                                                                                                     

Chemical Incompatibility

Avoid contact with:  strong oxidizing agents.                        

Hazardous Decomposition Products 

May form:  carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, various              

Hydrocarbons.                                                       

Hazardous Polymerization 

Product will not undergo hazardous polymerization.    

 

POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS

 

Eye

 
May cause mild eye irritation.  Symptoms include stinging, tearing, and redness.

Skin

May cause mild skin irritation.  Symptoms may include redness and burning of skin.

Swallowing

Swallowing small amounts of this material during normal handling is not likely to cause harmful effects.  Swallowing large amounts may be harmful.

Inhalation

Breathing of vapor or mist is possible.

Symptoms of Exposure

Signs and symptoms of exposure to this material through breathing, swallowing, and/or passage of the material through the skin may include stomach or intestinal upset (Nausea, vomiting, diarrhea) irritation (nose, throat, and airways).

Target Organ Effects

Overexposure to this material (or its components) has been suggested as a cause of the following effects in laboratory animals: testis damage.

Developmental Information

This material (or a component) has been shown to cause birth defects in laboratory animal studies.  The relevance of these finding to human is uncertain.

Cancer Information

These is sufficient evidence for the carcinogenicity of di(2-ethylhexyl) Phthalate in experimental animals.  Administered in the feel, this chemical caused increased incidence of liver cancer in male and female rats and mice.  The relevance of this finding to humans in uncertain.  This material is listed as a carcinogen by the International Agency for Research on Cancer and the National Toxicology Program.

Other Health Effects

No Data

Primary Routes of Entry

Inhalation, Skin Contact

 

 

 

FIRST AID MEASURES

 

Eye Contact

 
If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into      fresh air.  Flush eyes gently with water while holding eyelids apart.  If symptoms persist or there is any visual difficulty, seek medical attention.

Skin Contact

Remove contaminated clothing.  Wash exposed area with soap and Water.  If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.  Launder clothing before reuse.

Inhalation 

If symptoms develop, move individual away from exposure and into fresh air.  If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.  If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen.  Keep person warm and quiet; seek immediate medical attention.

Ingestion 

Seek medical attention.  If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side

Note to Physicians:  Preexisting disorders of the following organs (or organ systems) may be aggravated by exposure to this material:  lung (for example, asthma-like conditions), male reproductive system.         

 

NFPA Rating

 

       Health - 0

Flammability - 1

Reactivity - 0                        

 

          FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

 

Flash Point (test method)

 
420.0 - 425.0 °F (215.5 - 218.3 °C) COC                                          

 

Extinguishing Media

Regular foam, water fog, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.              

Hazardous Products of Combustion 

May form:  carbon dioxide and carbon monoxide, various hydrocarbons

Special Fire fighting Procedures 

Water or foam may cause frothing which can be violent and possibly endanger the life of the firefighter.  Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus with a full-face piece operated in the positive pressure demand mode with appropriate turnout gear and chemical resistant personal protective equipment.  Refer to the personal       protective equipment section of this MSDS.                          

Explosive Limits

Lower .3   Upper    .0 %

Autoignition Temperature

No Data

Fire and Explosion Hazards

No specific fire hazards are known to be associated with this product.

 

 

 

 

 

PERSONAL PROTECTION

 

Eye Protection 

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses.  Consult your safety representative.                       

If exposure limit(s) of product or any component is exceeded (see exposure guidelines), a NIOSH/MSHA approved air supplied OSHA regulations also permit other NIOSH/MSHA

Skin Protection 

Wear resistant gloves such as neoprene or polyethylene.

Respiratory Protection 

Not required under normal conditions of use.  If workplace exposure limit(s) of product or any component is exceeded (see exposure guidelines), a NOISH/MSHA approved air supplied respirator is advised in absence of proper environmental control.  OSHA regulations also permit other NOISH/MSHA respirators (negative pressure type) under specified conditions (see your industrial hygienist).  Engineering or administrative controls should be implemented to reduce exposure.

Engineering Controls 

Provide sufficient mechanical (general and/or local exhaust) ventilation to maintain exposure below TLV(s).

 

PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

 

Boiling Point                                                            

724.0 °F (384.4 °C) @ 760 mmHg.

Vapor Pressure mmHg @ 20ºC (ºF) 

1.200 mmHg @ 200.00 °F                                 

Liquid Density                                                           

 
8.210 lbs/gal @ 68.00 °F / 0.986 kg/l @ 20.00 °C                                                                                              

Appearance

No Data

Odor

Slight to no odor.                                                

Specific Vapor Density                                                   

13.500 @ Air = 1                                                      

Specific Gravity

0.986 @ 68.00 °F                                                       

Evaporation Rate

Slower than ethyl ether                                              

State                                                                   

Liquid 

Percent Volatiles

No Data 

Physical Form

Neat 

Color

Clear; SD to No Odor 

pH

Not Applicable

 

ENVIRONMENTAL DATA

 

Waste Disposal Method

Waste Management Information Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state and Federal regulations.                                                 

Container/Disposal

55 gal drum/truck package.

 

ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

 

Small Spill

Absorb liquid on vermiculite, floor absorbent, or other absorbent material and transfer to hood.

Large Spill 

Eliminate all ignition sources (flares including pilot lights, electrical sparks).  Persons not wearing protective equipment should be excluded from area of spill until clean up has been completed.  Stop spill at source.  Prevent from entering drains, sewers, streams, or other bodies of water.  Prevent from spreading.  If runoff occurs, notify authorities as required.  Pump or vacuum transfer spilled product to clean containers for recovery.  Absorb unrecoverable product.  Transfer contaminated absorbent, soil and other materials to containers for disposal.

 

HANDLING, DISPOSAL, & STORAGE 

 

Handling

Containers of this material may be hazardous when emptied.  Since emptied containers retain product residues (vapor, liquid, and/or solid), all hazard precautions given in the data sheet must be observed.

Waste Management

Dispose of in accordance with all applicable local, state and federal regulations.

 

TRANSPORT INFORMATION

 

TRANSPORT                                               

DOT Information - 49 CFR 172.101 DOT Description: 


ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCES, 


Hazard Class 9


UN3082


Packing Group III

 


 

REGULATORY INFORMATION                                              

 

US Federal Regulations

TSCA (Toxic Substance Control Act) Status - the intentional ingredients of this product are listed.

 

CERCLA RQ – 40 CFR 302.4 (a)

Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate, RQ = 100#

 

CERCLA RQ – 40 CFR 302.4 (b)

Materials without a “listed” RQ may be reported as an “unlisted hazardous substance.  See 40 CFR 302.4 (b).

SARA

 

 

Section 302 Components – 40 CFR 355 Appendix A

None

 

Section 311/312 Hazardous Class – 40 CFR 370.2

Immediate ( ) Delayed (X) Fire ( )

Reactive () Sudden Release of Pressure ( )

 

 

Section 313 Components – 40 CFR 372.65

Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate

CAS #: 117-81-7; 100%

International Regulations

DSL (CANADA) The intentional ingredients of this product are listed

Sate and Local Regulations

 

 

California Proposition 65

The following statement is made in order to comply with the California Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986:  This product contains the following substance known to the State of California to cause cancer. Di(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate.

 

New Jersey RTK Label Information

BIS(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate  117-81-7

 

Pennsylvania RTK Label Information

1,2 – Benzenedicarboxylic Acid, BIS(2-Ethylhexyl) Phthalate  117-81-7

       

 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

 

For industrial use only by trained personnel only!!!

·         The information contained herein is furnished without warranty of any kind. Employers should use this information only as a supplement to other information gathered by them and must make independent determinations of suitability and completeness of information from all sources to assure proper use and disposal of these materials, the safety and health of employees, and the protection of the environment.

·         Seller and manufacturer disclaim any implied or expressed warranties, including warranties of merchantibility or fitness of this product for any particular purpose. In no event shall seller be liable for any claim for incidental or consequential damages arising out of or in connection with the sale, delivery, transportation or use of this product. Seller’s and manufacturer’s liability in all events is limited to, and shall not exceed the purchase price paid for this product.

·        Attention:  Refer to our Technical bulletin and MSDS regarding, safety, usage, application, and hazards. Consult your supervisor for additional information on Procedures and disposal of this product.