Product Identification

Product Name

4-Methylphenylhydrazine hydrochloride

Synonyms

4-Methylphenylhydrazine hydrochloride
p-Tolylhydrazine hydrochloride

CAS

637-60-5

Formula

C7H11ClN2

Molecular Weight

158.63

EINECS

211-295-2

RTECS

MW0195000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen; Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

3563996

Beilstein Reference

4-15-00-01229

EC Index Number

007-014-00-6

EC Class

carcinogenic, toxic, sensitizing, dangerous for the environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Off-white solid.

Melting Point

241

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.

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

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

Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

May cause skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 20/21/22 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

2811

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

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

No data.

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

HS Code

2928 00 90