Phenyl ether-biphenyl eutectic

Independent reference data for Phenyl ether-biphenyl eutectic (CAS 8004-13-5), compiled from public chemistry databases.

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Physicochemical values on record

Documented uses on record

Used as a heat transfer medium at temperatures below 380 degrees C; [HSDB]Dowtherm A is used as a heat transfer agent in the liquid or vapor phase at temperatures below 380 °C mainly in the manufacture of synthetic rubber, artificial fibers, plastics, and pigments.

Synonyms and trade names

8004-13-5; Diphyl; DOWTHERM A; Dowtherm; Therminol VP; Phenyl ether, compd with biphenyl; 1,1'-Biphenyl, mixt. with 1,1'-oxybis(benzene); RefChem:590410; 616-827-0; PHENYL ETHER-BIPHENYL EUTECTIC; Biphenyl diphenyl ether eutectic; Dowtherm(R) A; 1,1'-biphenyl compound with oxydibenzene; MFCD00148859; 1,1'-biphenyl;phenoxybenzene; Phenyl Ether-biphenyl Eutectic(w/w=7/3)

GHS hazard classification

Reported hazard statements	H315 (100%), H319 (100%), H335 (100%), H400 (100%), H410 (100%)

H315 (100%): Causes skin irritation [Warning Skin corrosion/irritation]

H319 (100%): Causes serious eye irritation [Warning Serious eye damage/eye irritation]

What the public record says

Phenyl ether-biphenyl eutectic · CAS 8004-13-5 · C12H10O.C12H10. Boiling Point: 494 °F at 760 mmHg (USCG, 1999); Boiling Point: 257 °C; Boiling Point: 495 °F.

Physical description and handling notes

Source: PubChem / Wikidata; the batch COA governs where values differ.