2-Nitropropane
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Synonyms & Trade Names
Dimethylnitromethane, iso-Nitropropane, 2-NPPhysical Description
Colorless liquid with a pleasant, fruity odor.Molecular Weight
89.1Boiling Point
249°FFreezing Point
-135°FSolubility
2%Vapor Pressure
13 mmHgIonization Potential
10.71 eVSpecific Gravity
0.99Flash Point
75°FUpper Exposive Limit
11.0%Lower Explosive Limit
2.6%
Class IC Flammable Liquid: Fl.P. at or above 73°F and below 100°F.
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Amines; strong acids, alkalis & oxidizers; metal oxides; combustible materialsExposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contactSymptoms
irritation eyes, skin, nose, respiratory system; headache, anorexia, nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; kidney, liver damage; [potential occupational carcinogen]Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, kidneys, liverCancer Site
[in animals: liver tumors]Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)Skin:Prevent skin contact
Eyes:Prevent eye contact
Wash skin:When contaminated
Remove:When wet (flammable)
Change:No recommendation
First Aid
(See procedures)Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash promptly
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
NIOSH
At concentrations above the NIOSH REL, or where there is no REL, at any detectable concentration:
(APF = 10,000) Any self-contained breathing apparatus that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode
(APF = 10,000) Any supplied-air respirator that has a full facepiece and is operated in a pressure-demand or other positive-pressure mode in combination with an auxiliary self-contained positive-pressure breathing apparatus
Escape:
Any appropriate escape-type, self-contained breathing apparatus
- 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