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Flash point

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Reference
Endpoint:
flash point of flammable liquids
Type of information:
experimental study
Adequacy of study:
key study
Study period:
29 Mar 1990
Reliability:
2 (reliable with restrictions)
Rationale for reliability incl. deficiencies:
guideline study
Qualifier:
according to guideline
Guideline:
other: JIS K 2265-1989 (flashing point determination method for crude petroleum and petroleum products 4.4)
GLP compliance:
no
Type of method:
open cup
Remarks:
Cleveland open cup method
Flash point apparatus:
other: not specified
Specific details on test material used for the study:
- Name of the test material (as cited by study report): Tetrad X
Key result
Flash point:
241.7 °C
Atm. press.:
1 007 mBar
Remarks on result:
other: mean of two measurements
Remarks:
Different from the phenomenon generally seen at the flashing point, bumping occurred at the temperatures reported above, and flashing and combustion similar to fireworks were observed in the air. These temperatures were defined as flashing points.
Interpretation of results:
GHS criteria not met

Description of key information

The flash point of the test substance is determined to be 241.7 °C using the Cleveland open cup method.

Key value for chemical safety assessment

Flash point at 101 325 Pa:
241.7 °C

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