Product Identification

Product Name

2-Nitrobenzyl alcohol

Synonyms

2-Nitrobenzyl alcohol
o-(Hydroxymethyl)nitrobenzene
o-Nitrobenzyl alcohol

CAS

612-25-9

Formula

C7H7NO3

Molecular Weight

153.13999999999999

EINECS

210-302-6

RTECS

DP0657050

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

2046649

Beilstein Reference

4-06-00-02608

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Orange powder.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

71 - 72

Boiling Point

270

Vapor Pressure

0.001 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

13.77 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

.77

Heat Of Vaporization

55.6

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with water. Induce vomiting only when instructed to do so by a physician.

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

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

Eyes

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

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep container closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances.

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Do not ingest or inhale.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. Causes irritation of the mucous membrane and upper respiratory tract.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

UN (DOT)

2811

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 and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.

Exposure Effects

Absorption into the body leads to the formation of methemoglobin which in sufficient concentrations causes cyanosis.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

131

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Runoff from fire control or dilution water may cause pollution. Extinguishing media: For large fires, use water spray, fog or regular foam. For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or regular foam.

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

Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. With a clean shovel, carefully pick up the material and place it into a clean dry container and cover for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

3

Incompatibilities

Acids, acid chlorides,acid anhydrides, chloroformates,strong oxidizing agents.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2906 29 00