Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
120-61-6
Name of the chemical
terephthalic acid, dimethyl ester
Concentration
ENCS/ISHL
General Information
Version
1.2
Revision date
2026-04-23
Product name
Dimethyl Terephthalate
CAS No.
120-61-6
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
For laboratory research purposes
Emergency telephone
+81-3-5640-8878, +81-3-5640-8902
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Company Information
company name
TOKYO CHEMICAL INDUSTRY CO., LTD
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
globalbusiness@tcichemicals.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Danger
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H320, H335, H401
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H320
Causes eye irritation
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
GHS classification of chemical product Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity - Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation) single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - Category 1 (Liver, Blood, Respiratory system, Nervous system, Kid- repeated exposure ney) Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard Category 2
Signal word
Danger
Hazard statements
Causes eye irritation. May cause respiratory irritation. Causes damage to organs (Liver, Blood, Respiratory system, Nervous system, Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure. Toxic to aquatic life.
Prevention
Do not breathe dust. Wash skin thoroughly after handling. Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Avoid release to the environment.
Response
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/ attention if you feel unwell. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/ attention.
Storage
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. Store locked up.
Disposal
Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
Other hazards which do not result in classification
None known.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Serious eye damage/eye irritation : Category 2B Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 3 (respiratory tract irritation) single exposure Specific target organ toxicity - : Category 1 (Liver, Blood, Respiratory system, Nervous system, Kid- repeated exposure ney) Short-term (acute) aquatic hazard
