Product Name: Dicumene
Chemical Name: 1,1’-Dicumyl; bis(1-methylethyl)benzene
Other Names: Bis(1-methylethyl)benzene, Dicumylbenzene
CAS Number: 1889-67-4
Recommended Use: Additive flame retardant for plastics, rubbers, and fibers
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GHS Classification: Skin irritant (Category 2), Eye irritant (Category 2A), Specific target organ toxicity (Single exposure, Category 3)
Signs of Overexposure: Eye redness, skin dryness or cracking, coughing or throat irritation, dizziness
Labelling Elements: Exclamation mark icon, warning statements
Hazard Statements: Causes skin and eye irritation; may cause respiratory irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust, wash hands after use, use in well-ventilated areas
Chemical Component: Dicumene
Chemical Formula: C18H22
Purity: >98%
Impurities: Hydrocarbons, traces of cumene
Stabilizing Additives: Not required
Other Ingredients: None
Inhalation: Move individual to fresh air, seek medical attention if breathing remains difficult
Skin Contact: Remove contaminated clothing, wash skin thoroughly with soap and water
Eye Contact: Flush eyes gently for 15 minutes with plenty of water, seek medical help if irritation remains
Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water, do not induce vomiting, call physician
Most Important Symptoms: Irritation of skin, eyes or lungs; possible headache, nausea
Immediate Medical Attention: Required for difficulty breathing, eye injury, persistent symptoms
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, foam
Unsuitable Media: Water jets can cause product to scatter
Special Hazards: Combustible at high temperatures, can release irritating smoke
Toxic Combustion Products: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aromatic hydrocarbons
Protective Equipment: Firefighters need self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing
Other Considerations: Prevent water used to fight fire from entering drains or water supplies
Personal Precautions: Wear chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, protective clothing
Environmental Precautions: Stop leak if safe, prevent entry to drains, sewers, waterways
Spill Clean Up: Contain with sand or earth, sweep up carefully, transfer to approved waste container
Decontamination: Wash the spill area with plenty of water after collection
Disposal of Collected Material: Dispose as hazardous waste following local regulations
Handling: Avoid contact with eyes, skin, clothes; use with adequate ventilation
Storage Conditions: Store in original, tightly closed containers, keep cool and dry
Incompatible Materials: Oxidizing agents, acids, bases
Storage Temperature: 5°C - 30°C
Precautionary Measures: Keep away from heat, sparks, open flames, and hot surfaces
Other Notes: Use non-sparking tools, ground containers for static discharge
Occupational Exposure Limits: No established limit for Dicumene; prevent exposure above nuisance dust limits (e.g. 10 mg/m3)
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust ventilation, closed systems where possible
Eye/Face Protection: Safety glasses or goggles
Skin Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, lab coat or coveralls
Respiratory Protection: Dust mask or respirator certified for organic vapors if dust or vapor generated
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands before eating or drinking, remove contaminated clothing promptly
Appearance: White crystalline solid or powder
Odor: Light aromatic
Odor Threshold: No reliable data
pH: Not applicable
Melting Point: 164 - 166°C
Boiling Point: 350°C
Flash Point: 170°C (Closed Cup)
Evaporation Rate: Negligible
Flammability: Not easily ignited, may burn at high temperatures
Vapor Pressure: Low (<0.1 mmHg @ 20°C)
Solubility: Insoluble in water, soluble in organic solvents (e.g., toluene, acetone)
Partition Coefficient (log Pow): >5 (highly lipophilic)
Vapor Density: Heavier than air
Auto-ignition Temperature: Not determined
Decomposition Temperature: >250°C
Density: 1.06 g/cm3 (at 25°C)
Viscosity: Not applicable (solid form)
Chemical Stability: Stable in closed containers at ambient temperatures
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, flame, spark, strong sunlight
Materials to Avoid: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, alkali
Hazardous Reactions: No dangerous reactions in normal conditions
Hazardous Decomposition: Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, aromatic hydrocarbons
Polymerization: Does not occur under normal handling
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, ingestion, skin and eye contact
Acute Toxicity: Low toxicity, LD50 (oral, rat) above 2000 mg/kg
Skin Corrosion/Irritation: Causes irritation on repeated contact
Eye Damage/Irritation: May cause redness and watering
Respiratory Sensitization: Not classified as a respiratory sensitizer
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as a carcinogen by IARC, OSHA, or NTP
Mutagenicity: Tests do not show mutagenic effects
Other Effects: Prolonged inhalation of dust can cause headaches, dizziness
Medical Conditions Aggravated: Pre-existing skin, respiratory disorders may worsen with exposure
Ecotoxicity: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Persistence/Degradability: Resists biodegradation, persistent in environment
Bioaccumulation: High potential, log Pow indicates tendency to accumulate in aquatic organisms
Mobility in Soil: Low due to poor water solubility
Other Adverse Effects: Avoid environmental release, harmful to aquatic organisms even in low concentrations
Waste Disposal Methods: Incinerate using licensed hazardous waste facility
Disposal of Containers: Empty containers need to be triple rinsed and punctured prior to disposal
Contaminated Packaging: Dispose in compliance with local, regional, national regulations
Other Information: Do not dump contents into sewers, surface water, or soil
UN Number: Not regulated for road, rail, sea, or air transportation
Proper Shipping Name: Not classified as a dangerous good
Transport Hazard Class: None
Packing Group: None
Environmental Hazards: Not considered marine pollutant at regulated concentrations
Special Precautions: Secure tightly, shield from heat and moisture during transit
Other Information: Follow company guidelines, carry documentation and emergency contacts
Global Inventories: Listed in TSCA, EINECS/ELINCS, IECSC, ENCS, and AICS
OSHA: No specific standard, treated as hazardous due to irritation risk
SARA Title III: Not listed as extremely hazardous
DSL/NDSL (Canada): Component included
REACH Registration: Registered substance
Chemical Safety Assessment: Required for industrial use
Other Regulations: Always check current country-specific chemical regulations for restrictions or labeling changes
