Product Identification

Product Name

2-Amino-6-nitrotoluene

Synonyms

1-Amino-2-methyl-3-nitrobenzene
2-Amino-6-nitrotoluene
3-Nitro-o-toluidine
6-Amino-2-nitrotoluene
6-Nitro-2-aminotoluene

CAS

603-83-8

Formula

C7H8N2O2

Molecular Weight

152.15

EINECS

210-059-6

RTECS

XU8200000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

388393

Beilstein Reference

4-12-00-01811

EC Index Number

612-025-00-X

EC Class

toxic, dangerous for the environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Yellow.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

87 - 89

Boiling Point

305

Vapor Pressure

0.001 (25 C)

Density

1.378 g/cm3 (15 C)

pKa/pKb

11.69 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

1.83

Heat Of Vaporization

54.5 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately.

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. 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, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep containers tightly closed.

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Methemoglobinemia is characterized by dizziness, drowsiness, headache, breath shortness, cyanosis with bluish skin, rapid heart rate and chocolate-brown colored blood. Causes digestive tract irritation.

Inhalation

May cause irritation of the mucous membranes.

Skin

Causes severe skin irritation. Absorption into the body may cause cyanosis.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Hazards

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.

EC Risk Phrase

R 23/24/25 33 51/53

EC Safety Phrase

S 28 36/37 45 61

UN (DOT)

2660

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 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

Flash Point

138

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. May polymerize explosively when involved in a fire. Combustible material; may burn but does not ignite readily. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. Cool containers with flooding quantities of water until well after fire is out.

Fire Potential

This material is probably combustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Remove all sources of ignition. Provide ventilation.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

9

Incompatibilities

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

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2660

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

III

HS Code

2921 43 00