Product Identification

Product Name

Nitrosobenzene

CAS

586-96-9

Formula

C6H5NO

Molecular Weight

107.12

EINECS

209-591-1

RTECS

DA6497525

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

605688

Beilstein Reference

4-05-00-00702

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Tan solid.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

7 - 68

Boiling Point

163

Vapor Pressure

2.7 (25 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

38.3 kJ/mol

Usage

Spin trap reagent. Has been used in the study of oxidative dna damage and nitroso-compound-induced respiratory burst in neutrophils.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical assistance.

Inhalation

Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

Skin

Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.

Eyes

Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

See Inhalation.

Inhalation

TOXIC; inhalation, ingestion, or skin contact with material may cause severe injury or death. Effects of contact or inhalation may be delayed.

Skin

Contact with molten substance may cause severe burns to skin and eyes. See Inhalation.

Eyes

See Inhalation.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

20/21 25

EC Safety Phrase

26 36/37 45

UN (DOT)

2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

56

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using agent most appropriate for surrounding fire.

Fire Potential

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

ELIMINATE all ignition sources. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

9

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

Hazard Class

6.1

HS Code

2904 20 00