Product Identification

Product Name

3-Chloro-4-nitrotoluene

Synonyms

1-Chloro-5-methyl-2-nitrobenzene
2-Chloro-4-methyl-1-nitrobenzene
5-Methyl-2-nitrochlorobenzene

CAS

38939-88-7

Formula

C7H6ClNO2

Molecular Weight

171.58

EINECS

254-199-6

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Hygroscopic solid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

24

Boiling Point

273

Vapor Pressure

0.01 (25 C)

Density

1.324 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.8

Heat Of Vaporization

49.1 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of 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.

Handling and Storage

Storage

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

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R: 20/21/22 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S: 26 37/39

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear chemical safety goggles, chemical resistant gloves and protective clothing.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

119

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam to extinguish.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, water/moisture.

Decomposition

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