Occupational Safety and Health Administration

M-PHTHALODINITRILE

Chemical Identification
CAS #	626-17-5
Formula	C₆H₄(CN)₂
Synonyms	1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile; m-dicyanobenzene; 1,3-dicyanobenzene; isophthalodinitrile; m-PDN

Physical Properties
Physical description	Needle-like, colorless to white, crystalline, flaky solid with an almond-like odor.
Boiling point	Sublimes	Molecular weight	128.1
Freezing point/melting point	324°F (sublimes)	Vapor pressure	0.01 mmHg
Flash point		Vapor density
Specific gravity	4.42	Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL)		Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating		NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating		NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time^*
Sampling volume (TWA)^*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA		REL-TWA	5 mg/m³	TLV-TWA	5 mg/m³ (inhalable fraction and vapor) [2008]	PEL-TWA	5 mg/m³
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL		PEL-STEL
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N
Notes: Not established		Notes:		Notes:		Notes:
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: Not listed		Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - M-Phthalodinitrile

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - M-Phthalodinitrile

Literature References

ACGIH: Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) - m-Phthalodinitrile. See annual publication for most recent information.

Last Updated Date : 01/05/2021

THIOUREA

Chemical Identification
CAS #	62-56-6
Formula	CH₄N₂S
Synonyms	thiocarbamide; isothiourea; sulourea; 2-thiourea

Physical Properties
Physical description	White or off-white crystals or powder.
Boiling point	Sublimes in vacuum at 302-320°F	Molecular weight	76.12
Freezing point/melting point	349-352°F	Vapor pressure
Flash point		Vapor density
Specific gravity	1.405 at 68°F	Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL)		Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating		NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating		NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)	T109
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media	GFF (37 mm), Type A/E [AP4003705]
Sampling time^*
Sampling volume (TWA)^*	480 L
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*	2 L/min
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments	HPLC-UV
Method reference	OSHA PV2059 (partially validated)
Notes
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA		REL-TWA		TLV-TWA		PEL-TWA
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL		PEL-STEL
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	NA
Notes: Not established		Notes: Not established		Notes: Not established		Notes: Not established
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: IARC-3, NTP-R		Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Thiourea

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Thiourea

Literature References

Last Updated Date : 01/13/2021

ANILINE†

Chemical Identification
CAS #	62-53-3
Formula	C₆H₇N
Synonyms	aminobenzene; aniline oil; benzenamine; phenylamine

Physical Properties
Physical description	Colorless to brown, oily liquid with an aromatic amine-like odor.
Boiling point	363°F	Molecular weight	93.1
Freezing point/melting point	21°F	Vapor pressure	0.6 mmHg
Flash point	158°F	Vapor density	3.22
Specific gravity	1.02	Ionization potential	7.70 eV
Lower explosive limit (LEL)	1.3%	Upper explosive limit (UEL)	11%
NFPA health rating	3	NFPA fire rating	2
NFPA reactivity rating	0	NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)	0220
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media	XAD-7 (80/40 mg sections, 20/60 mesh) coated with 10% phosphoric acid [SKC 226-98]
Sampling time^*	150 min
Sampling volume (TWA)^*	30 L
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*	0.2 L/min
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments	GC-FID
Method reference	OSHA PV2079 (partially validated)
Notes
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media	Wipe with GFF (37 mm), Type A/E [AP4003705]
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device	Detector tube	Detector tube	Detector Tube
Model/Type	Dräger - Aniline 0.5/a, 6733171	Gastec 181	Matheson-Kitagawa 8014-181S
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)	20 strokes, approx 0.2-10 ppm	2-5 strokes, 0.25-60 ppm range, uncertainty 16% for 2.5 to 10 ppm, 8% for 10 to 30 ppm	1-2 strokes, approx 0.5-30 ppm range

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA	5 ppm (19 mg/m³)	REL-TWA		TLV-TWA		PEL-TWA	2 ppm (7.6 mg/m³)
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL		PEL-STEL
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	Y	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	Y	Skin notation	Y
Notes: See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1.		Notes: CARCINOGEN (Ca): REDUCE EXPOSURE TO LOWEST FEASIBLE CONCENTRATION. See Appendix A.		Notes: Visit the ACGIH TLV site for specific data BEI®		Notes:
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH	100 ppm
Carcinogenic classifications: EPA-B2, IARC-3, NIOSH-Ca, TLV-A3		Notes: Ca
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Aniline

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Aniline

Literature References

ACGIH: Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) - Aniline. See annual publication for most recent information.
Klotz, U. and Ammon, E.: Clinical and toxicological consequences of the inductive potential of ethanol. Eur. J. Clin. Pharmacol. 54(1): 7-12, 1998.
Pohanish, R.P. (editor): Aniline. In, Sittig's Handbook of Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals and Carcinogens, Fourth Ed., Vol. 1. Norwich, NY: Noyes Publications, William Andrew Publishing, 2002, pp. 207-210.

Last Updated Date : 03/29/2024

1,1-DIMETHYLPROPYLACETATE

Chemical Identification
CAS #	625-16-1
Formula	C₇H₁₄O₂
Synonyms	tert-amyl acetate; pentylacetate

Physical Properties
Physical description	Colorless to yellow watery liquid with a weak odor of bananas.
Boiling point	256.5°F	Molecular weight	130.18
Freezing point/melting point	>-148°F	Vapor pressure
Flash point	79°F	Vapor density
Specific gravity	0.874 at 66.2°F	Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL)	1%	Upper explosive limit (UEL)	7.5%
NFPA health rating	1	NFPA fire rating	3
NFPA reactivity rating	0	NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time^*
Sampling volume (TWA)^*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA		REL-TWA		TLV-TWA	50 ppm [1997]	PEL-TWA	50 ppm (266 mg/m³)
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL	100 ppm [1997]	PEL-STEL	100 ppm 532 (mg/m³)
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N
Notes: Not established		Notes: Not established		Notes:		Notes:
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: Not listed		Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Tert-amyl acetate

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Tert-amyl acetate

Literature References

ACGIH: Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) - Pentyl acetate, all isomers. See annual publication for most recent information.

Last Updated Date : 12/14/2020

METHYL ISOCYANATE†

Chemical Identification
CAS #	624-83-9
Formula	C₂H₃NO
Synonyms	methyl ester of isocyanic acid; MIC; isocyanatomethane

Physical Properties
Physical description	Colorless liquid with a sharp, pungent odor.
Boiling point	102°F	Molecular weight	57.05
Freezing point/melting point	-112°F	Vapor pressure	348 mmHg
Flash point	19°F	Vapor density
Specific gravity	0.96	Ionization potential	10.67 eV
Lower explosive limit (LEL)	5.3%	Upper explosive limit (UEL)	26%
NFPA health rating	4	NFPA fire rating	3
NFPA reactivity rating	2	NFPA special instruction	W: Reacts violently or explosively with water.
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)	1773
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media	XAD-7 tube coated with 0.3 mg of 1-(2-pyridyl)piperazine (1-2PP) [No longer available]
Sampling time^*	300 min
Sampling volume (TWA)^*	15 L
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*	0.05 L/min
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments	HPLC
Method reference	OSHA 54 (fully validated)
Notes	This media is no longer available. OSHA staff please contact the SLTC prior to sampling at (801) 233-5100.
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device	Infrared spectrophotometer	Hazard Assessment Test Kit for Aliphatic Isocyanates	Photoionization Detector (PID)
Model/Type	Miran 1A & 1B	769-1003
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)	0.1 ppm@4.4 µm	Isocyanate Surface and Dermal Sampling, Hazard Assessment Test Kit for Aliphatic Isocyanates

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA	0.02 ppm (0.05 mg/m³)	REL-TWA	0.02 ppm (0.05 mg/m³)	TLV-TWA	0.02 ppm [2013]	PEL-TWA	0.02 ppm (0.05 mg/m³)
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL	0.06 ppm [2013]	PEL-STEL
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	Y	Skin notation	Y	Skin notation	Y	Skin notation	Y
Notes: See 29 CFR 1910.1000 Table Z-1.		Notes:		Notes: dermal sensitization (DSEN)		Notes:
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH	3 ppm
Carcinogenic classifications: Not listed		Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3: 0.025 ppm/0.25 ppm/1.5 ppm

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Methyl isocyanate

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Methyl isocyanate

Literature References

ACGIH: Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) - Methyl isocyanate. See annual publication for most recent information.

Last Updated Date : 04/02/2025

2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE (see also N-AMYL ACETATE)

Chemical Identification
CAS #	624-41-9
Formula	C₇H₁₄O₂
Synonyms

Physical Properties
Physical description
Boiling point	Molecular weight
Freezing point/melting point	Vapor pressure	4 mmHg
Flash point	Vapor density
Specific gravity	Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL)	Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating	NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating	NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time^*
Sampling volume (TWA)^*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA		REL-TWA		TLV-TWA	50 ppm [1997]	PEL-TWA	50 ppm (266 mg/m³)
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL	100 ppm [1997]	PEL-STEL	100 ppm (532 mg/m³)
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N
Notes: Not established		Notes: Not established		Notes:		Notes: as Pentyl acetate
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: Not listed		Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Not listed

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Not listed

Literature References

ACGIH: Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) - Pentyl acetate, all isomers. See annual publication for most recent information.

Last Updated Date : 01/28/2021

3-PENTYL ACETATE

Chemical Identification
CAS #	620-11-1
Formula	C₇H₁₄O₂
Synonyms	3-amyl acetate; acetic acid 1-ethylpropyl ester; diethylcarbinol acetate; pentan3-yl acetate; 1-ethylpropyl acetate

Physical Properties
Physical description	See also N-AMYL ACETATE
Boiling point		Molecular weight	130.19
Freezing point/melting point		Vapor pressure	7.85 mmHg
Flash point	33.4°C	Vapor density	0.879
Specific gravity		Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL)		Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating		NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating		NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time^*
Sampling volume (TWA)^*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA		REL-TWA		TLV-TWA	50 ppm [1997]	PEL-TWA	50 ppm (266 mg/m³)
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL	100 ppm [1997]	PEL-STEL	100 ppm (532 mg/m³)
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N
Notes: Not established		Notes: Not established		Notes:		Notes:
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: Not listed		Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Not listed

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Not listed

Literature References

ACGIH: Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) - Pentyl acetate, all isomers. See annual publication for most recent information.

Last Updated Date : 12/15/2020

3,5-DINITROTOLUENE†

Chemical Identification
CAS #	618-85-9
Formula	CH₃C₆H₃(NO₂)₂
Synonyms

Physical Properties
Physical description
Boiling point		Molecular weight
Freezing point/melting point		Vapor pressure
Flash point	404°F	Vapor density
Specific gravity	1.32	Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL)		Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating		NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating		NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)	0990
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time^*
Sampling volume (TWA)^*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes	See DINITROTOLUENE
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak	NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling	ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling	CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA	REL-TWA	TLV-TWA	PEL-TWA
PEL-STEL	REL-STEL	TLV-STEL	PEL-STEL
PEL-C	REL-C	TLV-C	PEL-C
Skin notation	Skin notation	Skin notation	Skin notation
Notes: See DINITROTOLUENE	Notes: See DINITROTOLUENE	Notes: See DINITROTOLUENE	Notes: See DINITROTOLUENE
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.	IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications:	Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Not listed

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Not listed

Literature References

See DINITROTOLUENE

Last Updated Date : 12/15/2020

AMITROLE

Chemical Identification
CAS #	61-82-5
Formula	C₂H₄N₄
Synonyms	aminotriazole; 3-aminotriazole; 2-amino-1,3,4-triazole; 3-amino-1,2,4-triazole

Physical Properties
Physical description	Colorless to white, crystalline powder.
Boiling point		Molecular weight	84.1
Freezing point/melting point	318°F	Vapor pressure	<0.000008 mmHg
Flash point		Vapor density
Specific gravity	1.14	Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL)		Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating	1	NFPA fire rating	1
NFPA reactivity rating	0	NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)	A176
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media	Midget fritted glass bubbler (MFGB) containing 10 mL Distilled Water [Infrequently Requested Method - OSHA staff please contact SLTC before sampling 801-233-5100]
Sampling time^*
Sampling volume (TWA)^*	60 L
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*	1 L/min
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments	HPLC-UV
Method reference	OSHA PV2006 (partially validated)
Notes
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA		REL-TWA	0.2 mg/m³	TLV-TWA	0.2 mg/m³ [1983]	PEL-TWA	0.2 mg/m³
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL		PEL-STEL
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N
Notes: Not established		Notes: CARCINOGEN (Ca): REDUCE EXPOSURE TO LOWEST FEASIBLE CONCENTRATION. See Appendix A, NIOSH Potential Occupational Carcinogens.		Notes:		Notes:
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: IARC-3, NIOSH-Ca, NTP-R, TLV-A3		Notes: Ca
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Amitrole

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Amitrole

Literature References

ACGIH: Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) - Amitrole. See annual publication for most recent information.
Environmental Protection Agency: R.E.D. Facts: Amitrole. Publication No. EPA-738-F-96-002 (August) 1996, 13 pp.
Hurley, P.M.: Mode of carcinogenic action of pesticides inducing thyroid follicular cell tumors in rodents. Environ. Health Perspect. 106(8): 437-445, 1998.
Pohanish, R.P. (editor): 3-Amino-1,2,4-Triazole. In, Sittig's Handbook of Toxic and Hazardous Chemicals and Carcinogens, Fourth Ed., Vol. 1. Norwich, NY: Noyes Publications, William Andrew Publishing, 2002, pp. 143-144.
Putnam, C.D., Arvai, A.S., Bourne, Y. and Tainer, J.A.: Active and inhibited human catalase structures: ligand and NADPH binding and catalytic mechanism. J. Mol. Biol. 296(1): 295-309, 2000.

Last Updated Date : 01/22/2024

HYDROGENATED TERPHENYLS

Chemical Identification
CAS #	61788-32-7
Formula	(C₆Hn)₃
Synonyms	hydrogenated diphenylbenzenes; hydrogenated phenylbiphenyls; hydrogenated triphenyls

Physical Properties
Physical description	Clear, oily, pale-yellow liquids with a faint odor.
Boiling point	644°F (40% hydrogenated)	Molecular weight	298 (40% hydrogenated)
Freezing point/melting point		Vapor pressure
Flash point	315°F (40% hydrogenated)	Vapor density
Specific gravity	1.003-1.009 (40% hydrogenated)	Ionization potential
Lower explosive limit (LEL)		Upper explosive limit (UEL)
NFPA health rating		NFPA fire rating
NFPA reactivity rating		NFPA special instruction
Vapor hazard ratio (VHR)
Historical exceedance percentage
Target organs

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA
Analyte code (IMIS no.)
Sampling group
Sampler/Sampling media
Sampling time^*
Sampling volume (TWA)^*
Sampling flow rate (TWA)^*
Sampling volume (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Sampling flow rate (STEL/Peak/C)^*
Analytical method instruments
Method reference
Notes
Special requirements

^* All sampling instructions above are recommended guidelines for OSHA Compliance Safety and Health Officers (CSHOs), please see the corresponding OSHA method reference for complete details.

Bulk/Wipe Method
Wipe Sampler/Sampling media
Bulk Method

On-Site Screening Techniques
Device
Model/Type
Sampling information (see manufacturer instructions)

**Exposure Limits**
OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak		NIOSH REL Up to 10-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		ACGIH TLV© 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling		CAL/OSHA PEL 8-hour TWA (ST) STEL (C) Ceiling Peak
PEL-TWA		REL-TWA	0.5 ppm (5 mg/m³)	TLV-TWA	0.5 ppm [1990]	PEL-TWA	0.5 ppm (5 mg/m³)
PEL-STEL		REL-STEL		TLV-STEL		PEL-STEL
PEL-C		REL-C		TLV-C		PEL-C
Skin notation	NA	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N	Skin notation	N
Notes: Not established		Notes:		Notes:		Notes:
Health factors: See NIH-NLM PubChem.		IDLH
Carcinogenic classifications: Not listed		Notes:
AIHA emergency response planning guidelines - ERPG-1/ERPG-2/ERPG-3:

Additional Resources and Literature References

NOAA: CAMEO Chemicals - Hydrogenated terphenyls

NIOSH: Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards - Hydrogenated terphenyls

Literature References

ACGIH: Documentation of the Threshold Limit Values (TLVs) and Biological Exposure Indices (BEIs) - Hydrogenated terphenyls (nonirradiated). See annual publication for most recent information.

Last Updated Date : 12/31/2020

M-PHTHALODINITRILE

Chemical Identification

Physical Properties

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THIOUREA

Chemical Identification

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ANILINE†

Chemical Identification

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1,1-DIMETHYLPROPYLACETATE

Chemical Identification

Physical Properties

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METHYL ISOCYANATE†

Chemical Identification

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2-METHYLBUTYL ACETATE (see also N-AMYL ACETATE)

Chemical Identification

Physical Properties

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3-PENTYL ACETATE

Chemical Identification

Physical Properties

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3,5-DINITROTOLUENE†

Chemical Identification

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AMITROLE

Chemical Identification

Physical Properties

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Bulk/Wipe Method

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HYDROGENATED TERPHENYLS

Chemical Identification

Physical Properties

Monitoring Methods Used by OSHA

Bulk/Wipe Method

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