Name :Phenyl ether
Synonyms :Diphenyl ether; Diphenyl oxide
Colorless crystal or liquid. Flammable. Low toxicity. Has the smell of eucalyptus oil. Soluble in ethanol, ether, benzene and glacial acetic acid, insoluble in water, mineral acid solution and alkali solution. Relative density 1.0863. Freezing point 27 ºC. Melting point 28 ºC. Boiling point 258 ºC. Refractive index 1.5780. Flash point 115 ºC. The auto-ignition point is 617.8°C.
Reactivity Alerts
none
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Fire Hazard
This chemical is combustible. (NTP, 1992)
Health Hazard
Inhalation may cause nausea because of disagreeable odor. Contact of liquid with eyes causes mild irritation. Prolonged exposure of skin to liquid causes reddening and irritation. Ingestion produces nausea. (USCG, 1999)
Reactivity Profile
DIPHENYL OXIDE can react with oxidizing materials. (NTP, 1992). A vigorous reaction occurred between the ether and chlorosulfuric acid.
Firefighting
Fire Extinguishing Agents Not to Be Used: Water or foam may cause frothing.
Fire Extinguishing Agents: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide (USCG, 1999)
Non-Fire Response
SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: If you spill this chemical, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Your contaminated clothing and absorbent paper should be sealed in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with alcohol followed by washing with a strong soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.
STORAGE PRECAUTIONS: You should store this chemical under refrigerated temperatures, and keep it away from oxidizing materials. (NTP, 1992)
Protective Clothing
Skin: Wear appropriate personal protective clothing to prevent skin contact.
Eyes: Wear appropriate eye protection to prevent eye contact.
Wash skin: The worker should immediately wash the skin when it becomes contaminated.
Remove: Work clothing that becomes wet or significantly contaminated should be removed and replaced.
Change: No recommendation is made specifying the need for the worker to change clothing after the work shift. (NIOSH, 2016)
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