SECTION 1 — CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION

Butyl Phthalate

Flinn Scientific, Inc. P.O. Box 219, Batavia, IL 60510 (800) 452-1261
Chemtrec Emergency Phone Number: (800) 424-9546

Signal Word
DANGER

Hazard class: Reproductive toxicity (Category 1). May damage fertility or the unborn child (H360). Obtain special instructions before use (P201). Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood (P202). Use personal protective equipment as required (P281).

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SECTION 3 — COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS

Component Name	CAS Number	Formula	Formula Weight	Concentration
Butyl phthalate Synonyms: Dibutyl phthalate; DBP; Phthalic acid di-n-butyl ester; Benzene-1,2-dicarboxylic acid di-n-butylester	84-74-2	C₁₆H₂2O₄	278.34

SECTION 4 — FIRST AID MEASURES

If exposed or concerned: Get medical advice or attention (P308+P313).
If inhaled: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing.
If in eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do so. Continue rinsing.
If on skin: Wash with plenty of water.
If swallowed: Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or physician if you feel unwell.

SECTION 5 — FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Class IIIB combustible liquid.
Flash point: 157 °C Lower: 0.5% (235 °C) Autoignition Temperature: 402 °C
In case of fire: Use a tri-class dry chemical fire extinguisher.

NFPA Code

H-2
F-1
R-0

SECTION 6 — ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Remove all ignition sources and ventilate area. Contain the spill with sand or other inert absorbent material and deposit in a sealed bag or container. See Sections 8 and 13 for further information.

SECTION 7 — HANDLING AND STORAGE

Flinn Suggested Chemical Storage Pattern: Organic #3. Store with hydrocarbons, oils, esters and aldehydes.
Store in a cool, dry place.

SECTION 8 — EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION

Wear protective gloves, protective clothing, and eye protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.
Exposure guidelines: PEL/TLV 5 mg/m³ (OSHA/ACGIH)

SECTION 9 — PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Colorless oily liquid. Odorless.
Soluble: Many organic solvents. Very slightly in water.

Boiling point: 340 °C
Melting point: -35 °C
Specific gravity: 1.048

SECTION 10 — STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents and acids.
Shelf life: Fair to poor. See Section 7 for further information.

SECTION 11 — TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Acute effects: Harmful vapor, irritant, nausea, dizziness, and headache.
Chronic effects: Possible teratogen.
Target organs: Kidneys, central nervous system, eyes, and male reproductive system

ORL-RAT LD₅₀: 7499 mg/kg
IHL-RAT LC₅₀: 4250 mg/m³
SKN-RBT LD₅₀: greater than 20 mL/kg

SECTION 12 — ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION

Data not yet available.

SECTION 13 — DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Please review all federal, state and local regulations that may apply before proceeding.
Flinn Suggested Disposal Method #18b is one option.

SECTION 14 — TRANSPORT INFORMATION

Shipping name: Not regulated. Hazard class: N/A. UN number: N/A.

SECTION 15 — REGULATORY INFORMATION

TSCA-listed, EINECS-listed (201-557-4), RCRA code U069.

SECTION 16 — OTHER INFORMATION

This Safety Data Sheet (SDS) is for guidance and is based upon information and tests believed to be reliable. Flinn Scientific, Inc. makes no guarantee of the accuracy or completeness of the data and shall not be liable for any damages relating thereto. The data is offered solely for your consideration, investigation, and verification. The data should not be confused with local, state, federal or insurance mandates, regulations, or requirements and CONSTITUTE NO WARRANTY. Any use of this data and information must be determined by the science instructor to be in accordance with applicable local, state or federal laws and regulations. The conditions or methods of handling, storage, use and disposal of the product(s) described are beyond the control of Flinn Scientific, Inc. and may be beyond our knowledge. FOR THIS AND OTHER REASONS, WE DO NOT ASSUME RESPONSIBILITY AND EXPRESSLY DISCLAIM LIABILITY FOR LOSS, DAMAGE OR EXPENSE ARISING OUT OF OR IN ANY WAY CONNECTED WITH THE HANDLING, STORAGE, USE OR DISPOSAL OF THIS PRODUCT(S).

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