2-Chloro-6-trichloromethyl pyridine
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Synonyms & Trade Names
2-Chloro-6-(trichloro-methyl)pyridine, Nitrapyrin, N-serve®, 2,2,2,6-Tetrachloro-2-picolineExposure Limits
NIOSH REL
TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) ST 20 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)OSHA PEL
TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)Physical Description
Colorless or white, crystalline solid with a mild, sweet odor.Molecular Weight
230.9Boiling Point
?Melting Point
145°FSolubility
InsolubleVapor Pressure
(73°F): 0.003 mmHgIonization Potential
?Specific Gravity
?Flash Point
?Upper Exposive Limit
?Lower Explosive Limit
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Combustible Solid [Explosive]
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Aluminum, magnesium [Note: Emits oxides of nitrogen and chloride ion when heated to decomposition.]Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
No adverse effects noted in ingestion studies with animals.Target Organs
Eyes, skinPersonal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet or contaminated
Change:Daily
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash immediately
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
- Page last reviewed:April 11, 2016
- Page last updated:April 11, 2016
- Content source:
- National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health (NIOSH) Education and Information Division