Product Name: Isopropylated Triphenyl Phosphate
Synonyms: IPPP, Isopropylated TPP, Isopropyl triphenyl phosphate
CAS Number: 68937-41-7
Recommended Use: Flame retardant, plasticizer in polymers, specialty coatings
Supplier Information: Manufacturer details should be on the actual purchased drum or shipping documentation; always check container for up-to-date supplier contacts
Emergency Phone: National Poison Control or local emergency fire department; verify for latest numbers from product information
GHS Classification: Serious eye irritant, suspected reproductive toxin, potentially hazardous to aquatic life
Label Elements: Warning symbol, hazard statement about eye irritation, possible harm to fertility or unborn child, environmental damage
Signal Word: Warning
Hazard Statements: Causes eye irritation, may damage fertility, harmful to aquatic organisms
Precautionary Statements: Use personal protective gear, avoid environmental release, handle with care inside ventilated areas
Chemical Name: Isopropylated triphenyl phosphate
Concentration: 85-100% depending on batch and producer
Other Components: Minor impurities, including phosphate compounds and residual reactants, rarely above 1%
CAS Registry Numbers for Key Ingredients: 68937-41-7 for primary compound
Eye Contact: Rinse with clean water for several minutes, remove contact lenses, continue flushing, seek medical help if irritation lingers
Skin Contact: Wash skin with mild soap and plenty of water, remove contaminated clothing, get attention if a rash or persistent irritation develops
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, loosen tight clothing, provide oxygen if breathing is difficult, call for medical help above exposure limits
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, avoid forcing vomiting unless directed by medical personnel, contact emergency team
Symptoms to Monitor: Watery eyes, skin redness, respiratory discomfort
Suitable Extinguishers: Dry chemical, foam, carbon dioxide, avoid direct water stream
Hazards from Fire: Gives off irritating phosphorus oxides and organophosphate vapors, smoke may carry toxins
Specific Equipment: Self-contained breathing gear, complete protective suit
Firefighting Guidance: Stay upwind, keep containers cool with water spray, isolate site, do not enter without proper equipment
Personal Protection: Nitrile gloves, splash goggles, chemical apron, respirator if airborne mist forms
Spill Clean-Up: Absorb with inert material (dry sand, vermiculite), collect in sealed containers, wash area with soap and water
Environmental Precautions: Prevent access to drains, surface water, soil, notify local authorities if spill enters the environment
Decontamination Steps: Ventilate area, avoid all re-use of cleaning tools unless decontaminated
Handling Instructions: Use inside ventilated rooms, reduce direct contact, never mix with incompatible substances such as strong oxidizers or acids
Storage Conditions: Store in tightly sealed containers in cool, dry place, away from sunlight and heat sources, keep out of reach of children, do not stack above line recommended by container supplier
Incompatibility: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases
Special Notes: Keep eyewash stations and safety showers available near work areas, avoid eating, drinking, or smoking near storage and use locations
Engineering Controls: Local exhaust, mechanical ventilation, fume hoods in handling zones
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical-resistant gloves, long sleeves, safety goggles, face shield in splash risk areas, NIOSH-approved respirators if mist or vapor levels exceed safe exposure levels
Occupational Exposure Limit: No regulatory exposure limit set in many regions, handle as potentially hazardous, keep exposures as low as possible
Additional Precautions: Always wash hands after use, remove contaminated gear before eating
Appearance: Clear, colorless to pale yellow viscous liquid
Odor: Mild aromatic, faint solvent-like
Boiling Point: 400-430°F (about 200-220°C)
Melting Point: Not specified; remains liquid under normal conditions
Flash Point: Above 230°F (110°C)
Solubility: Poor in water, mixes well with most organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Very low at standard temperature
Density: 1.16-1.18 g/cm³ at 20°C
Viscosity: Moderate to high
Explosive Properties: Not explosive, can support combustion if fire starts
Chemical Stability: Stable under recommended storage and normal use conditions
Reactive With: Strong oxidizers, strong acids or bases
Condition to Avoid: High heat, open flames, direct sunlight, incompatible chemical contact
Hazardous Decomposition: Phosphorus oxides, aromatic hydrocarbons, smoke
Polymerization: No hazardous polymerization expected under correct handling
Acute Exposure Effects: Can irritate eyes and skin, inhalation may result in throat and respiratory discomfort
Chronic Exposure: Studies show potential reproductive toxicity, animal tests raise flags for long-term exposure to high levels, liver and kidney effects possible at very high doses over time
Routes of Entry: Skin, eyes, ingestion, inhalation
Target Organs: Eyes, skin, respiratory, possible reproductive system
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogenic by IARC, NTP, OSHA
Aquatic Toxicity: Harmful to fish, invertebrates, especially in concentrated releases
Persistence: Can take months to break down in water and soil, especially in low-oxygen conditions
Bioaccumulation: Buildup in aquatic life documented in lab tests, field reports on real accumulation vary
Other Impacts: Slow recovery of affected habitats, product run-off major concern
Wastewater Treatment: Remove from process water before discharge using carbon filtration or incineration
Disposal Methods: Use permitted hazardous waste handler, spent material best managed by incineration in a chemical waste incinerator
Packaging: Do not reuse empty drums, triple rinse, send for proper chemical waste disposal
Legal Requirements: Product usually considered hazardous for disposal, follow all federal and local waste regulations
Do Not Release to Sewer: Prevent release into open water, storm water channels, or urban sewers
UN Number: Not classified under UN Transport codes, check with current shipping info
Transport Hazard Class: Not regulated as dangerous under DOT, IATA or IMDG codes unless combined with other regulated substances
Packing Group: Not applicable for pure chemical, specific product blends may require evaluation
Special Precautions: Protect from overturning, store away from oxidizers inside shipping compartment, keep label visible, do not stack above container limit
Environmental Transport Risk: Prevent spillage or leakage during transit
OSHA: Not specifically listed under OSHA hazardous chemicals, but controls and exposure monitoring required
TSCA: Registered under the U.S. Toxic Substances Control Act
REACH: Subject to European REACH requirements for manufacturer/importer obligations
Other Regulations: Product status may shift with new tox classification updates from EPA or ECHA, certain states or countries set stricter use restrictions, proper labeling required for work and shipping
