Product Identification

Product Name

4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)chlorobenzene

Synonyms

1-Chloro-4-nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzene
2-Chloro-5-nitro-1-trifluoromethylbenzene
3-(Trifluoromethyl)-4-chloronitrobenzene
4-Chloro-3-(trifluoromethyl)nitrobenzene

CAS

777-37-7

Formula

C7H3ClF3NO2

Molecular Weight

225.55

EINECS

212-287-1

Beilstein/Gmelin

2216169

Beilstein Reference

4-05-00-00857

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

After melting, clear yellow liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

25 - 27

Boiling Point

232

Vapor Pressure

0.09 (25 C)

Density

1.527 g/cm3

Partition Coefficient

3.7

Heat Of Vaporization

45.0 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.5083 (26 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and 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.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Skin

Harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Hazards

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.

EC Risk Phrase

R 20/21/22 36/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

2810

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

98

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Fire Potential

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong bases, strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2810

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III