Material Safety Data Sheet
HYDROGENATED BIS PHENOL-A
SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION
DATE PREPARED: ..................... MAY 2003
ACETO CORPORATION REVISION DATE: ...................... OCTOBER 2003
One Hollow Lane
REVISED BY: FRED TRUDWIG JR.
Lake Success, NY 11042-1215
CHEMTREC: ............................... 800-424-9300
Phone: (516) 627-6000 Fax: (516) 627-6093
PRODUCT NUMBER: ................ 36120
PRODUCT NAME:...................... HYDROGENATED BIS PHENOL-A
SYNONYMS:................................ CYCLOHEXANOL, 4,4'~(1~METHYLETHYLIDENE)BIS~
FORMULA: .................................. C15H28O2
CAS NUMBER: ............................ 80-04-6
SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
INGREDIENT NAME CAS NUMBER
Cyclohexanol, 4,4'-(1-Methylethylidene)bis- 80-04-6
SECTION 3 - HAZARD IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW:
............. White chips.
............. Possible irritant.
............. To the best of our knowledge, the complete toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
PHYSICAL HAZARDS: N/A
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
............. Inhalation: May be harmful by inhalation. Material may be irritating to the mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract.
............. Eye Contact: Material may cause eye irritation.
............. Skin Contact: May be harmful by skin absorption. Material may cause skin irritation.
............. Ingestion: May be harmful by ingestion.
Overview: May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. Material may be irritating to the eyes, skin,
mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. Possible irritant. To the best of our knowledge, the complete
toxicological properties have not been thoroughly investigated.
SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
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INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult
give oxygen.
EYES CONTACT: Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure
adequate flushing by separating eyelids with fingers.
SKIN CONTACT: Immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water while removing contaminated
clothing and shoes. Wash contaminated clothing before reuse.
INGESTION: Wash mouth out with water and consult a physician. Never give anything by mouth to an
unconscious person.
SECTION 5 - FIRE - FIGHTING MEASURES
EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Water Spray. Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or
appropriate foam.
SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES: If excessive smoke or fumes are encountered, wear self
contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to
prevent contact with skin and eyes.
UNUSUAL FIRE/EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Emits toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide
under fire conditions.
SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
SPILLS OR LEAKS:
............. Wear respirator, chemical safety goggles, rubber boots and heavy rubber gloves.
............. Sweep up, place in a bag and hold for waste disposal.
............. Avoid raising dust.
............. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
SECTION 7 - HANDLING AND STORAGE
Safety shower and eye bath. Mechanical exhaust required. Avoid inhalation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin and
clothing. Avoid prolonged or repeated exposure. Possible irritant. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep
containers tightly closed. Store in a cool dry place.
SECTION 8 -EXPOSURE CONTROLS & PERSONAL PROTECTION
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RESPIRATORY PROTECTION: NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator.
PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: Compatible chemical-resistant gloves, chemical safety goggles and
other protective clothing.
SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
APPEARANCE: White chips.
230oC to 234oC @ 14mmHg
BOILING POINT:
MELTING POINT: No information.
VAPOR PRESSURE: No information.
VAPOR DENSITY (AIR=1): No information.
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: No information.
SOLUBILITY IN WATER: No information.
REACTIVITY IN WATER: No information.
>230oF
FLASHPOINT:
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: LEL N/A UEL N/A
AUTOIGNITION TEMPERATURE: No information.
SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
STABILITY: Stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY: Strong oxidizing agents.
HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION: Toxic fumes of carbon monoxide, and carbon dioxide.
SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
TOXICITY: LC50 (inh, rat): No information.
LD50 (oral, rat): No information.
TARGET ORGAN(S): N/A
POTENTIAL HEALTH EFFECTS:
............. Inhalation: May be harmful by inhalation. Material may be irritating to the mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract.
............. Eye Contact: Material may cause eye irritation.
............. Skin Contact: May be harmful by skin absorption. Material may cause skin irritation.
............. Ingestion: May be harmful by ingestion.
SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
............. Biodegradability: No information.
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............. Aquatic Toxicity: No information.
SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Ensure disposal in compliance with government requirements and ensure conformity to local disposal regulations.
............. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with
an afterburner and scrubber.
SECTION 14 - TRANSPORTATION DATA
U.S. DOT 49 CFR 172.101:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Chemical, n.o.s.
HAZARD CLASS AND LABEL: N/A
ID NUMBER: N/A
PACKAGING GROUP: N/A
SPECIAL PROVISIONS: N/A
LAND TRANSPORT ADR/RID:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Chemical, n.o.s.
ADR/RID CLASS AND LABEL: N/A
UN NUMBER: N/A
PACKAGINGGROUP: N/A
AIR TRANSPORT IATA/ICAO:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Chemical, n.o.s.
IATA/ICAO CLASS AND LABEL: N/A
UN/ID NUMBER: N/A
PACKAGING GROUP: N/A
MARITIME TRANSPORT:
PROPER SHIPPING NAME: Chemical, n.o.s.
IMDG CLASS AND LABEL: N/A
UN NUMBER: N/A
PACKAGING GROUP: N/A
SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
TSCA= This chemical is listed on the TSCA Inventory.
EINECS= 201-244-2
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SECTION 16 - OTHER INFORMATION
NOTE: We believe that the information contained herein is current as of the date of this Material Safety Data
Sheet. Since the use of this information and of these opinions and the conditions of the use of the product are not
within the control of Aceto Corporation, it is the user's obligation to determine the conditions of safe use of the
product.
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