Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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4-Phenyltoluene(644-08-6)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
4-Phenyltoluene
Synonyms
(4-Methylphenyl)benzene
1-Methyl-4-phenylbenzene
4-Methyl-1,1'-biphenyl
4-Phenyltoluene
CAS
644-08-6
Formula
C13H12
Molecular Weight
168.25
EINECS
211-409-0
RTECS
DV5460000
RTECS Class
Other
Beilstein/Gmelin
3991406

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
White chunks.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
47 - 48
Boiling Point
267
Vapor Pressure
0.013 (25 C)
Density
1.015 g/cm3 (27C)
Partition Coefficient
3.75
Heat Of Vaporization
48.6 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear.
Skin
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Handling
Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
Inhalation
May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
May cause skin irritation.
Eyes
May cause eye irritation.
EC Safety Phrase
S 22 24/25
UN (DOT)
1325

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.
Respirators
A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
117
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
Fire Potential
Flammable/combustible material. May be ignited by friction, heat, sparks or flames.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
No data.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents
Decomposition
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
1325
Hazard Class
4.1
Packing Group
II; III
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