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4-Methoxyphenol  

French name in the regulation: Éther monométhylique d'hydroquinone
CAS : 150-76-5
Synonyms: Méthoxy-4 phénol

Exposure Standards in RROHS regulation

Permissible exposure values (PEV)
ppm mg/m3 f/cc Notes
TWAEV - 5 - -
STEV - - - -
Ceiling - - - -
Carcinogenicity Sensitizer
Simple asphyxiantPercutaneous
Prohibited useProhibited recirculation
Minimum exposureExplosion hazard
Ototoxic

TWA adjustment for unusual work schedules

1B : No adjustment

CNESST – Toxicological Index Service

Consult REPTOX file: 4-Methoxyphenol

Analysis:

Éther monométhylique d'hydroquinone

Recommended method by the IRSST:
Method: OSHA - IMISM329
Sampling device: XAD-7 tube 100/50 mg
Parameters:
Flow rate: 0,2 L/min
TWA sampling volume: 20 L
STEL sampling volume: -
Remarks: This substance is not analyzed by our laboratories. It might be possible that the analysis be performed by another laboratory. Please contact the IRSST before sampling.
Principle: Gas chromatography with flame ionization detection (GC-FID)
OSHA, Chemical Information Manual. IMISM329: 4-Methoxyphenol, 1992.