Product Identification

Product Name

Isonicotinaldehyde

Synonyms

4-Formylpyridine
4-Pyridinealdehyde
Isonicotinaldehyde
Isonicotinic aldehyde
Pyridin-4-al
Pyridine-4-carbaldehyde

CAS

872-85-5

Formula

C6H5NO

Molecular Weight

107.11

EINECS

212-832-3

RTECS

NR9400000

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

105342

Beilstein Reference

5-21-07-00351

EC Class

irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear slight brown liquid.

Solubility in water

Soluble

Melting Point

-4

Boiling Point

198

Vapor Pressure

0.2 (25 C)

Density

1.137 g/cm3

pKa/pKb

10.70 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

.57

Heat Of Vaporization

44.6 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.5423 (20 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. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid. 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. Get medical aid.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from sources of ignition. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a dry area. Keep under a nitrogen blanket. Refrigerator (approx 4 C).

Handling

Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. 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

Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Hazards

Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

UN (DOT)

1993

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

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

60

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.

Fire Potential

HIGHLY FLAMMABLE: Will be easily ignited by heat, sparks or flames.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

3

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, strong acids, strong reducing agents.

Decomposition

Hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

1993

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2933 39 99