ICSC 1076 - CHLORONITROANILINE

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CHLORONITROANILINE

ICSC: 1076
_{October 2000}

2-Chloro-4-nitroaniline
1-Amino-2-chloro-4-nitrobenzene
o-Chloro-p-nitroaniline
Benzeneamine, 2-chloro-4-nitro-

CAS No: 121-87-9
RTECS No: BX1400000
UN No: 2237
EC No: 610-009-00-7

C₆H₅ClN₂O₂
Molecular mass: 172.6

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Combustible.	NO open flames.	Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation	Blue skin. Blue lips or finger nails. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Shortness of breath. Confusion. Convulsions. Unconsciousness. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes		Safety spectacles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion	(See Inhalation).	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rest. Refer for medical attention. See Notes.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. (Extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles). Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.	Xn Symbol N Symbol R: 22-51/53 S: (2-)22-24-61 UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Pack Group: III	Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant.

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G12c	Separated from food and feedstuffs.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW, NEEDLE-LIKE CRYSTALS.

Chemical dangers
The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic and corrosive gases, including nitrogen oxides.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV not established. MAK not established.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. The substance may cause effects on the blood, resulting in the formation of methaemoglobin. Medical observation is indicated. The effects may be delayed.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: >200°C Melting point: 108°C Density: <1 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 25°C: none Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.00046 Flash point: 205°C Auto-ignition temperature: 522°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.3	The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.

NOTES

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated.
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.

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