Product Identification

Product Name

2,4,5-Trichloroaniline

Synonyms

2,4,5-Trichlorobenzenamine

CAS

636-30-6

Formula

C6H4Cl3N

Molecular Weight

196.46

EINECS

211-254-9

Beilstein/Gmelin

879091

Beilstein Reference

4-12-00-01277

EC Index Number

612-010-00-8

EC Class

toxic, dangerous for the environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Brown - gray solid

Solubility in water

0.094 g/L

Melting Point

93 - 96

Boiling Point

270

Vapor Pressure

0.007 (25 C)

pKa/pKb

13.04 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

3.45

Heat Of Vaporization

50.8 kJ/mol

Heat Of Combustion

-2942 kJ/mol

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 lids. 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

Poison by ingestion. Effects may be delayed 2 to 4 hours. Methemoglobinemia is characterized by dizziness, drowsiness, headache, breath shortness, cyanosis with bluish skin, rapid heart rate and chocolate-brown colored blood.

Inhalation

May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion. Toxic if inhaled.

Skin

Toxic in contact with skin.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 23/24/25 33 50/53

EC Safety Phrase

S 28 36/37 45 60 61

UN (DOT)

2811

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles, protective gloves and clothing to prevent 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

125

Autoignition

>500

Fire Fighting

Wear approved SCBA in full pressure-demand and full protective gear. In case of 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

Disposal Code

9

Incompatibilities

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

Decomposition

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2811

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III

HS Code

2921 42 10