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Document ID (ISN)48364
CIS number 87-816
Year 1987
Convention or series no. Fiche toxicologique No.129-1987
Title 4,4'-Diphenylmethane diisocyanate
Original title 4,4'-Diisocyanate de diphénylméthane [in French]
Bibliographic information Institut national de recherche et de sécurité, 30 rue Olivier-Noyer, 75680 Paris Cedex 14, France, 1987. 4p. 24 ref.
Abstract Chemical safety information sheet. Toxic effects may be delayed. Acute toxicity: irritation of mucous membranes (eyes, respiratory tract, oesophagus); neurological disorders; delayed pulmonary oedema. Chronic toxicity: sensitisation, allergic asthma, eczema, bronchopulmonary diseases. Exposure limits (France, 1986): 8h TWA = 0.1mg/m3; 5min TWA = 0.2mg/m3.
Descriptors (primary) threshold limit values; France; diphenylmethane diisocyanate
Descriptors (secondary) fire fighting; pulmonary oedema; irritants; toxicology; bronchopulmonary diseases; allergic asthma; eczema; sensitizers; labelling; limitation of exposure; waste disposal; first aid; personal protective equipment; spills; health hazards; legislation; sampling and analysis; replaced; data sheet; dangerous substances
Document type B - Chemical safety information sheets
Subject(s) Toxic and dangerous substances
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Cyano compounds
Occupational exposure limits
Isocyanates