Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity
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3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene(38939-88-7)

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

Product Identification

Product Name
3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene
Synonyms
1-Chloro-5-methyl-2-nitrobenzene
2-Chloro-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene
5-Methyl-2-nitrochlorobenzene
CAS
38939-88-7
Formula
C7H6ClNO2
Molecular Weight
171.58
EINECS
254-199-6

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Hygroscopic solid.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
24
Boiling Point
273
Vapor Pressure
0.01 (25 C)
Density
1.324 g/cm3 (20 C)
Partition Coefficient
2.8
Heat Of Vaporization
49.1 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation
Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Skin
Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Eyes
Causes eye irritation.
EC Risk Phrase
R: 20/21/22 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S: 26 37/39

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear chemical safety goggles, chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.
Respirators
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
119
Fire Fighting
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam to extinguish.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents, water/moisture.
Decomposition
Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
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