Product Identification

Product Name

2,6-Dichloro-3-pyridylamine

Synonyms

2,6-Dichloropyridin-3-amine
2,6-Dichloropyridin-3-ylamine
3-Amino-2,6-dichloropyridine

CAS

62476-56-6

Formula

C5H4Cl2N2

Molecular Weight

163.01

EINECS

263-559-1

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Beige crystals.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

119

Boiling Point

305

Vapor Pressure

8.3E-4 (25 C)

Density

1.497 g/cm3 (20 C)

pKa/pKb

14.01 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

1.94

Heat Of Vaporization

54.6 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Store under an inert atmosphere.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

Skin

Causes irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R: 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S: 26 37/39

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Safety goggles, chemically resistant gloves and protective clothing.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

139

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam to extinguish.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents, acids, acid chlorides.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, chlorine, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, acrid smoke and fumes.