methylene bisphenyl isocyanate (C15H10N2O2)

Diphenylmethane 4,4-diisocyanate appears as white crystals or a crystalline powder. It is mainly used in the plastics industry for the manufacture of polyurethanes. 

Common synonyms: : 4,4-Diphenylmethane diisocyanate, MDI, Methylene bis(4-phenyl isocyanate)

Properties of methylene bisphenyl isocyanate (C15H10N2O2):

  • Melting point: The melting point of diphenylmethane 4,4-diisocyanate is around 39-41°C.
  • Protection and prevention: wear suitable personal protective equipment, handle in a well-ventilated area, avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing, do not inhale vapours, do not ingest

> About these data

Formula C15H10N2O2
International name methylene bisphenyl isocyanate
French name 4,4-Diioscyanate de diphénylméthane
CAS 101-68-8
EINECS 201-452-3
Filter AB-P3
IP (eV) -
Vapour density (air = 1) 8,5
Conversion (1 ppm =) -
LIE -
LSE -
VLEP CT (15mn) 0.02 ppm
VLEP (8h) 0.01 ppm
STEL (15 min.) -
TWA (8h) 0.005 ppm

respirator mask for methylene bisphenyl isocyanate (C15H10N2O2)

To protect yourself from methylene bisphenyl isocyanate (C15H10N2O2), a full face mask fitted with an ABEK2Hg-P3 filter, offering maximum protection against organic and inorganic gases and vapors, acid gases, ammonia, mercury vapors, as well as solid and liquid, radioactive and toxic particles, and micro-organisms (bacteria, viruses), will be ideal for short interventions. For longer missions, it is preferable to use a device with assisted ventilation, which ensures optimum comfort.

TR 2002 Full face respirator

Masque complet de protection respiratoire TR 2002

X-plore 5500 Full face mask

Masque complet bi-filtres X-plore 5500

X-plore 6300 Full face respirator

Masque complet protection respiratoire X-plore 6300

TR82 EPDM Anti-scratch and anti-solvent gas mask

Masque gaz anti rayure et anti solvant TR82 EPDM

CleanSpace Pro Powered air purifying mask

Masque CleanSpace Pro à ventilation assistée

ATEX CleanSpace Ex PAPR mask

Masque à ventilation assistée ATEX CleanSpace Ex

Powered air purifying respirator Proflow 2

Système à ventilation assistée Proflow2

X-plore 8000 Powered air purifying device

Appareil à ventilation assistée X-plore 8000
Contact message for the product sent
Benefit from our expertise in gas detection and respiratory protection.
You would like to receive information about this product: and its effectiveness in detecting and protecting against the following substance or gas: methylene bisphenyl isocyanate (C15H10N2O2). Please complete the form below. Our team will get back to you as soon as possible.
Information request
loading