Product Identification

Product Name

2-Phenylpyridine

Synonyms

a-Phenylpyridine
o-Phenylpyridine

CAS

1008-89-5

Formula

C11H9N

Molecular Weight

155.19999999999999

EINECS

213-763-1

RTECS

UT7140900

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

110445

Beilstein Reference

5-20-07-00545

EC Class

irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear yellow liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

76 - 77

Boiling Point

269 -270

Vapor Pressure

0.01 (25 C)

Density

1.623 g/cm3 (20 C)

pKa/pKb

9.56 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

2.65

Heat Of Vaporization

48.9 kJ/mol

Heat Of Combustion

-5774 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.6210 (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 if cough or other symptoms appear.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

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

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

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

113

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

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

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

UN Number

2810

HS Code

2933 39 99