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Document ID (ISN)48397
CIS number 87-849
Year 1986
Convention or series no. IAPA Occupational Health Bulletin No.122237
Title Phenol
Bibliographic information Industrial Accident Prevention Association, 2 Bloor St. West, Toronto, Ontario M4W 3N8, Canada, 1986. 2p.
Abstract Chemical safety information sheet. Toxicity: systemic poison; very corrosive to the skin and eyes. Phenol in solution is absorbed easily through the skin. Exposure limit recommended in Ontario: ACGIH (USA, 1985-86) TLV = 19mg/m3. Combustible liquid.
Descriptors (primary) threshold limit values; Ontario; Canada; phenol
Descriptors (secondary) fire fighting; irritants; USA; fire hazards; skin absorption; caustic substances; data sheet; explosion hazards; limitation of exposure; waste disposal; chemical burns; first aid; personal protective equipment; toxic substances
Document type B - Chemical safety information sheets
Subject(s) Toxic and dangerous substances
Broad subject area(s)
Browse category(ies) Alcohols
Occupational exposure limits
Phenols and phenolic compounds