Diethyl phthalate

Agent Name
Diethyl phthalate
CAS Number
84-66-2
Formula
C12-H14-O4
Major Category
Plastics & Rubber
Diethyl phthalate formula graphical representation
Synonyms
1,2-Benzenedicarboxylic acid, diethyl ester; Anozol; DEP; DPX-F5384; Di-n-ethyl phthalate; Diethyl 1,2-benzenedicarboxylate; Diethyl o-phenylenediacetate; Diethyl o-phthalate; Diethyl phthalate; Diethylester kyseliny ftalove [Czech]; Estol 1550; Ethyl phthalate; Neantine; Palatinol A; Phthalol; Phthalsaeurediaethylester [German]; Placidol E; Solvanol; Unimoll DA; o-Benzenedicarboxylic acid diethyl ester; o-Bis(ethoxycarbonyl)benzene; [ChemIDplus] UN8027
Category
Phthalate Esters
Description
Colorless to water-white, oily liquid with a very slight, aromatic odor. (pesticide); [NIOSH]
Sources/Uses
Plasticizer (added to polymers to effect flexibility and/or toughness); also used as an insect repellant and solvent; [ACGIH] Used as a solvent in cellulose acetate, fragrances, and cosmetics; [Merck Index #7371]
Comments
The heated compound is an irritant to the eyes and respiratory tract; [ACGIH] Allergic contact dermatitis reported; [Kanerva, p. 1782] In high-dose reproductive studies of rats and mice, DEHP and other phthalates cause testicular damage to males and increased fetal losses and malformations to pregnant females. [Frazier, p. 350-2] Low toxicity both acute and chronic, but could cause CNS depression if large dose absorbed; [HSDB]
Biomedical References

Exposure Assessment

Skin Designation (ACGIH)
Insufficient data
TLV (ACGIH)
5 mg/m3
Vapor Pressure
0.002 mm Hg
Explanatory Notes
Flash point = 161 deg C;
Reference Link #2
NFPA
must be preheated

Adverse Effects

Skin Sensitizer
Yes
Reproductive Toxin
Yes
ACGIH Carcinogen
Not Classifiable

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