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2-Nitro-p-cresol(119-33-5)

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 Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
2-Nitro-p-cresol
Synonyms
2-Nitro-p-cresol
Nitrocresol
CAS
119-33-5
Formula
C7H7NO3
Molecular Weight
153.15
EINECS
204-315-6
RTECS
GP2800000
RTECS Class
Other
Beilstein/Gmelin
1868022
Beilstein Reference
4-06-00-02149

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Yellow to brown solid.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
31
Boiling Point
234
Vapor Pressure
0.023 (25 C)
Density
1.2399 g/cm3 (39 C)
pKa/pKb
7.45 (pKa)
Partition Coefficient
2.17
Heat Of Vaporization
49.8 kJ/mol
Refractive Index
1.5657 (38.6 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
Skin
Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Eyes
Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Handling
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
See Inhalation.
Inhalation
TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death. Effects of contact or inhalation may be delayed.
Skin
Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. See Inhalation.
Eyes
See Inhalation.
Hazards
When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.
EC Risk Phrase
R 34
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36/37/39 45
UN (DOT)
2446

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear skin protection and self-contained breathing apparatus.
Respirators
Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
108
Fire Fighting
Small Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide or water spray. Large Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam or water spray.
Fire Potential
Quite flammable.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents - strong bases - acid chlorides - acid anhydrides.
Decomposition
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
2446
Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
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