Isophorone Diisocyanate
What is it?
Isophorone diisocyanate is an organic compound in the class known as isocyanates. This compound is contained in enamel coatings and exterior paints.
How can I avoid it?
You should avoid any contact with this substance. Avoidance requires reading labels, package inserts, Safety Data Sheets (SDS), and, on occasion, direct communication with the manufacturer.
Uses:
• Manufacture of polyurethane plastics and lacquers
• Glues used in electronics
• Automobile cleaning and maintenance products (auto shampoo, polish/wax, undercarriage treatment, and brake grease)
• It is used in special applications, such as enamel coatings which are resistant to abrasion and degradation from ultraviolet light. These properties make it especially useful in products like the exterior paint applied to aircraft.
Other names for Isophorone diisocyanate:
• IPDI
• Isocyanic acid methylene(3,5,5-trimethyl-3,1-cyclohexylene) ester
• 3-isocyanatomethyl-3,5,5-trimethylcyclohexylisocyanate
• Isophorone diamine diisocyanate
Potential cross-reacting/co-reacting substances:
• Isophorone diamine
