Product Identification

Product Name

3-Nitrobenzyl chloride

Synonyms

3-Nitrobenzyl chloride
alpha-Chloro-3-nitrotoluene
m-Nitrobenzyl chloride

CAS

619-23-8

Formula

C7H6ClNO2

Molecular Weight

171.58

EINECS

210-586-1

RTECS

XS9090000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

742794

Beilstein Reference

4-05-00-00855

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Yellow to brown solid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

43-46

Boiling Point

289

Vapor Pressure

0.004 (25 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.22

Heat Of Vaporization

50.7 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.5577 (62 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.

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 immediately. Immediately 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 immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub or keep eyes closed.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep away from water.

Handling

Keep container tightly closed. Do not get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Use with adequate ventilation. Wash clothing before reuse.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea, and vomiting. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation. Lachrymator. May cause chemical conjunctivitis.

Ingestion

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

R 20/21/22 34

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

2811

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

A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator's use.

Exposure Effects

Effects may be delayed.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

129

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. Dike and collect water used to fight fire. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Containers may explode when heated. Combustible material; may burn but does not ignite readily. Water hydrolyzes material liberating acidic gas which in contact with metal surfaces can generate flammable and/or explosive hydrogen gas. Extinguishing media: DO NOT USE WATER! In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or appropriate foam. In case of fire, use carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam.

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

Cover with sand, dry lime or soda ash and place in a closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation. Do not get water inside containers. Cover with plastic sheet to prevent spreading.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

May decompose on exposure to moist air or water. Stable, however may violently decompose at temperatures above 125 C.

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents, bases, alcohols, amines, steel, moisture.

Decomposition

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

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