Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Transport Information Stability and Reactivity
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2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene(13290-74-9)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Transport Information Stability and Reactivity

Product Identification

Product Name
2-Chloro-5-nitrotoluene
Synonyms
1-Chloro-2-methyl-4-nitrobenzene
2-Methyl-4-nitrochlorobenzene
3-Nitro-6-chlorotoluene
CAS
13290-74-9
Formula
C7H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight
171.58
EINECS
236-306-8
Beilstein/Gmelin
2044766
Beilstein Reference
4-05-00-00855

Physical and Chemical Properties

Melting Point
42-44
Boiling Point
248 (711 torr)
Refractive Index
1.5511 (69 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Seek medical assistance.
Inhalation
Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.
Skin
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.
Eyes
Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
Highly toxic, may be fatal if inhaled, swallowed or absorbed through skin. Effects of contact or inhalation may be delayed.
Skin
Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. Avoid any skin contact.
Eyes
See Skin.
Hazards
Containers may explode when heated.
EC Risk Phrase
R 20/21/22 33
EC Safety Phrase
S 22 36/37
UN (DOT)
2433

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.
Respirators
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Small Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide or water spray. Large Fires: Water spray, fog or regular foam.
Fire Potential
Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Cover with plastic sheet to prevent spreading. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.

Transport Information

UN Number
2433

Stability and Reactivity

Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
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