Butylbenzylphthalate

The colorless, viscous liquid is flammable. On heating, the substance decomposes, forming toxic fumes (phthalic anhydride). With oxidants is a reaction.

Specifications

Specifications GENERAL

MSDS according 91/155 EEC (2001/58 EC)

MSDS EN SDB DE

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possible hazards

Information pertaining to particular dangers for man and environment:
R 61 May cause harm to the unborn child.
R 62 Possible risk of impaired fertility.
R 50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

Classification system for Butylbenzylphthalate:
The classification was made according to the latest editions of the EU-lists, and expanded using company data and specialized
literature.

Composition / information on ingredients

Chemical characterization for Butylbenzylphthalate:
CAS No. Description:
85-68-7 BBP

Identification number(s):
EINECS Number: 201-622-7
EU Number: 607-430-00-3

Physical and Chemical Properties

General Information for Butylbenzylphthalate:
Form:	Liquid Oily
Colour:	Colourless
Odour:	Nearly odourless

Change in condition:
Melting point/Melting range:	-45 bis -35°C
Boiling point/Boiling range:	ca.370°C

Flash point:	199°C
Ignition temperature:	232°C
Danger of explosion:	Product is not explosive. However, formation of explosive air/vapour mixtures are possible.

Explosion limits:
Lower:	0.36 Vol %
Upper:	3.2 Vol %
Vapour pressure at 20°C:	<0.000001 hPa
Density at 20°C:	1.125 g/cm3

Solubility in / Miscibility with
Water at 20°C:	0.1 g/l
pH-value at 20°C:	< 7
Segregation coefficient (n-octanol/water):	4.73 log POW
Viscosity:
dynamic at 20°C:	61-63 mPas

Transport information

Land transport ADR/RID (cross-border) for Butylbenzylphthalate:
ADR/RID class:	9 (M6) Miscellaneous dangerous substances and articles.
Danger code (Kemler):	90
UN-Number:	3082
Packaging group:	III
Label:	9
Description of goods:	3082 ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (BBP)
Remarks:	Limited quantity: 5l per inner packaging, 30 kg gross per packaging unit

Maritime transport IMDG:

IMDG Class:	9
UN Number:	3082
Label:	9
Packaging group:	III
EMS Number:	F-A S-F
Marine pollutant:	Yes (P)
Proper shipping name:	ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (benzyl butyl phthalate)

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR:
ICAO/IATA Class:	9
UN/ID Number:	3082
Label:	9
Packaging group:	III
Proper shipping name:	ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS SUBSTANCE, LIQUID, N.O.S. (benzyl butyl phthalate)

Regulatory information

Markings according to EC guidelines for Butylbenzylphthalate:
The product has been classified and marked in accordance with EU Directives / Ordinance on Hazardous Materials
"EC-labelling"

Code letter and hazard designation of product:
Re p r. Cat. 2, 3
T Toxic
N Dangerous for the environment

Risk phrases:
61 May cause harm to the unborn child.
62 Possible risk of impaired fertility.
50/53 Very toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment.

Safety phrases:
53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.