Product Identification

Product Name

3-Aminobenzoic acid

Synonyms

3-Carboxyaniline
Aniline-3-carboxylic acid
MABA
m-Carboxyphenylamine

CAS

99-05-8

Formula

C7H7NO2

Molecular Weight

137.13999999999999

EINECS

202-724-4

RTECS

DG1225000

RTECS Class

Other

Merck

13,420

Beilstein/Gmelin

471603

Beilstein Reference

4-14-00-01092

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Beige powder.

Solubility in water

5.9 g/L

Melting Point

174

Boiling Point

308

Density

1.5105 g/cm3

pKa/pKb

3.11 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

.79

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.

Skin

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 lids.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket.

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

Inhalation

Causes irritation.

Skin

Causes irritation.

Eyes

Causes irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Exposure Effects

The toxological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Poison Class

3

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

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

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear protective equipment. If required, use an inert absrobent. Sweep up and place in an appropriate container for disposal. Wash contaminated surfaces.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

4

Incompatibilities

Avoid contact with strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Transport Information

HS Code

2922 49 95