Product Identification

Product Name

1,3-Dichloro-5-nitrobenzene

Synonyms

3,5-Dichloronitrobenzene
Benzene, 1,3-dichloro-5-nitro

CAS

618-62-2

Formula

C6H3Cl2NO2

Molecular Weight

192

EINECS

210-557-3

Beilstein/Gmelin

2208877

Beilstein Reference

4-05-00-00727

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Crystalline solid.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

64-65

Density

1.69 g/cm3 (14 C)

Partition Coefficient

3.06

Vapor Density

6.6

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical assistance.

Inhalation

Move victim to fresh air. Apply artificial respiration if victim is not breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim ingested or inhaled the substance; induce artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way valve or other proper respiratory medical device. Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult.

Skin

Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact, avoid spreading material on unaffected skin.

Eyes

Immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage

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

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Dizziness, headache, labored breathing.

Inhalation

Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Dizziness, headache. Irritates the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. May cause effects on the blood, resulting in formation of methaemoglobin. Effects may be delayed.

Skin

Redness. BLue lips, fingernails or skin. See inhalation. May be absorbed through the skin.

Eyes

Redness

Hazards

Containers may explode when heated.

EC Risk Phrase

R 23/24/25 33

EC Safety Phrase

S 28 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

1578

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Protective clothing. Safety goggles.

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Small Fires: Dry chemical, carbon dioxide or water spray. Large Fires: Water spray, fog or regular foam.

Fire Potential

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. Cover with plastic sheet to prevent spreading. Absorb or cover with dry earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to containers. DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Can react vigorously with oxidizing materials.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

On contact with hot surfaces or flames this substance decomposes forming toxic and corrosive fumes of nitrogen oxides and HCl.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

1578

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

II