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CHLORONITROANILINE

ICSC: 1076

2-Chloro-4-nitroaniline
1-Amino-2-chloro-4-nitrobenzene
o-Chloro-p-nitroaniline
Benzeneamine, 2-chloro-4-nitro-
C6H5ClN2O2
Molecular mass: 172.6
ICSC # 1076
CAS # 121-87-9
RTECS # BX1400000
UN # 2237
EC # 610-009-00-7
March 10, 2000 Validated

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

STORAGE

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.
Separated from food and feedstuffs .
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Marine pollutant.
Xn symbol
N symbol
R: 22-51/53
S: 2-22-24-61
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: III
ICSC: 1076 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994. No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.

CHLORONITROANILINE

ICSC: 1076

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
YELLOW , NEEDLE-LIKE CRYSTALS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


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.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

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

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.

N O T E S

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.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G12c

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION



ICSC: 1076 CHLORONITROANILINE
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.
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