Diphenylamine
Synonyms & Trade Names
Anilinobenzene, DPA, Phenylaniline, N-Phenylaniline, N-Phenylbenzenamine [Note: The carcinogen 4-Aminodiphenyl may be present as an impurity in the commercial product.]Physical Description
Colorless, tan, amber, or brown crystalline solid with a pleasant, floral odor. [fungicide]Molecular Weight
169.2Boiling Point
576°FMelting Point
127°FSolubility
0.03%Vapor Pressure
(227°F): 1 mmHgIonization Potential
7.40 eVSpecific Gravity
1.16Flash Point
307°FUpper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
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Combustible Solid; explosive if a cloud of dust is exposed to a source of ignition.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Oxidizers, hexachloromelamine, trichloromelamineExposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes, skin, mucous membrane; eczema; tachycardia, hypertension; cough, sneezing; methemoglobinemia; increased blood pressure, heart rate; proteinuria, hematuria (blood in the urine), bladder injury; In Animals: teratogenic effectsTarget Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, cardiovascular system, blood, bladder, reproductive systemPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:Daily
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:Daily
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division