Product Identification

Product Name

3-Methylquinoline

Synonyms

beta-Methylquinoline

CAS

612-58-8

Formula

C10H9N

Molecular Weight

143.18

EINECS

210-315-7

RTECS

VC0527000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Beilstein/Gmelin

110325

Beilstein Reference

5-20-07-00388

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Pale yellow liquid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

17

Boiling Point

252 - 253

Vapor Pressure

0.02 (25 C)

Density

1.0673 g/cm3 (20 C)

pKa/pKb

8.83 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

2.54

Heat Of Vaporization

47.7 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.6166 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. 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. 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.

Handling and Storage

Storage

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

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

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

Inhalation

Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Harmful if absorbed through the skin. Causes irritation with burning pain, itching, and redness.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation. Causes redness and pain.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/38 40

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

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

Flash Point

105

Fire Fighting

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

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

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide.