Product Identification

Product Name

3-Amino-2,5-dichlorobenzoic acid

Synonyms

2,5-Dichloro-3-aminobenzoic acid
Amiben
Chloramben
Vegiben

CAS

133-90-4

Formula

C7H5Cl2NO2

Molecular Weight

206.03

EINECS

205-123-5

RTECS

DG1925000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Tumorigen; Mutagen

Merck

12,2115

Beilstein/Gmelin

2365906

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Purplish white powder or light purple solid.

Solubility in water

700 mg/L

Melting Point

200-201

Boiling Point

349

Vapor Pressure

.007

pKa/pKb

2.80 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

1.11

Usage

Herbicide for grasses & broadleaf weeds on soybeans, dry beans, lima beans, asparagus, pumpkins, squash, corn, tomatoes, peppers, sweet potatoes.

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

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May be harmful if swallowed.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

UN (DOT)

2588

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.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

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

Fire Potential

Nonflammable

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

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

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases, sodium hypochlorite.

Decomposition

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

Transport Information

UN Number

2588