Product Identification

Product Name

2-Chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)aniline

Synonyms

4-Amino-3-chlorobenzotrifluoride
Benzenamine, 2-chloro-4-(trifluoromethyl)-

CAS

39885-50-2

Formula

C7H5ClF3N

Molecular Weight

195.57

EINECS

254-674-8

Beilstein/Gmelin

4179703

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Liquid.

Boiling Point

89 (0.5 torr)

Refractive Index

1.50 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid immediately. 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 immediately. 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

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Poison by ingestion.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. Toxic if inhaled.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. Toxic in contact with skin.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation. Causes eye irritation.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

R 23/24/25 36/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

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

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: Use carbon dioxide or dry chemical.

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

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

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide, hydrogen fluoride.

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