Product Identification

Product Name

4-Methyl-3-nitroanisole

Synonyms

2-Nitro-4-methoxytoluene
3-Nitro-4-methylanisole
4-Methoxy-2-nitrotoluene
4-Methyl-3-nitroanisole

CAS

17484-36-5

Formula

C8H9NO3

Molecular Weight

167.16

EINECS

241-500-0

Beilstein/Gmelin

2047309

Beilstein Reference

3-06-00-01384

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear yellow liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

17

Boiling Point

266

Vapor Pressure

0.02 (25 C)

Density

1.2 g/cm3

Partition Coefficient

2.63

Heat Of Vaporization

48.7 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.5525 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Get medical aid immediately. 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.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

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

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

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

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

127

Fire Fighting

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

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

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

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.