Product Identification

Product Name

2-Methoxy-5-methylaniline

Synonyms

2-Methoxy-5-methylaniline
3-Amino-p-cresol methyl ether
5-Methyl-o-anisidine
6-Methoxy-m-toluidine

CAS

120-71-8

Formula

C8H11NO

Molecular Weight

137.19999999999999

EINECS

204-419-1

RTECS

BZ6720000

RTECS Class

Tumorigen; Mutagen; Primary Irritant

Beilstein/Gmelin

637071

Beilstein Reference

3-13-00-01577

EC Index Number

612-209-00-X

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White to silver-gray odorless crystals.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

55.5

Boiling Point

235

Vapor Pressure

.01

Density

1.0 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

1.67

Usage

Used to create dyes and pigments.

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. Effects may be delayed 2 to 4 hours. Methemoglobinemia is characterized by dizziness, drowsiness, headache, breath shortness, cyanosis with bluish skin, rapid heart rate and chocolate-brown colored blood.

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause effects similar to those described for ingestion.

Skin

May cause skin irritation.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation.

Hazards

This chemical is nonflammable.

UN (DOT)

2811

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

>112

Autoignition

450

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.

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

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

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, oxides of nitrogen, carbon dioxide.

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