Diphenylamine (data page)

This page provides supplementary chemical data on diphenylamine.

Physical data

 * Appearance: white to yellow crystals or powder
 * Melting point: 52 - 54 °C
 * Boiling point: 302 °C
 * Vapour density: 5.82 (air = 1)
 * Vapour pressure: 1 mm Hg at 108 °C
 * Flash point: 152 °C (closed cup)
 * Explosion limits: 634 °C
 * Autoignition temperature: 635 °C
 * Water solubility: Slightly
 * Specific gravity: 1.16
 * Flash point: 152
 * Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions, may discolour on exposure to light. Incompatible with strong acids, strong oxidizing agents.

Toxicology

 * Toxic. Possible mutagen. Possible teratogen. Harmful in contact with skin, and if swallowed or inhaled. Irritant.
 * Toxicity data
 * ORL-RAT LD50 2000 mg kg-1
 * ORL-MUS LD50 1750 mg kg-1
 * ORL-GPG LD50 300 mg kg-1
 * ORL-MAM LD50 3200 mg kg-1