Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
85-44-9
Name of the chemical
Phthalic anhydride
Concentration
N/A
EC/CAS
65-85-0
Name of the chemical
Benzoic acid
Concentration
N/A
General Information
Revision date
2020-01-23
Product name
PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE - FLAKE
Product Synonyms
PHTHALIC ANHYDRIDE SOLID
Chemical name
aromatic, carboxylic, anhydrides
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Used in the manufacture of plasticizers, polyester and alkyd resins, dye intermediates, food preservatives,
Manufacturer Name
Contact 412-227-2001 (SDS Requests 866-852-5239)
Emergency telephone
(Medical in USA) 877-737-9047
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
KOPPERS INC
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
naorgmsds@koppers.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Section 2
OSHA HCS Classification
Combustible Dust Acute Toxicity - Oral - Category 4 Skin Corrosion/Irritation - Category 2 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation - Category 1 Respiratory Sensitization - Category 1 Skin Sensitization - Category 1 Specific target organ toxicity - Single exposure - Category 3 ( respiratory system. )
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
May form combustible dust concentrations in air. Harmful if swallowed. Causes skin irritation. Causes serious eye damage. May cause allergy or asthma symptoms or breathing difficulties if inhaled. May cause an allergic skin reaction. May cause respiratory irritation.
Prevention
Avoid breathing dust. Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wear protective gloves and eye/face protection. Wear respiratory protection. Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
Response
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. If experiencing respiratory symptoms: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention. Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician. IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
2.3 Other hazards
None known.
