Product Identification

Product Name

4-Nitrophenylhydrazine

Synonyms

4-Nitrophenylhydra

CAS

100-16-3

Formula

C6H7N3O2

Molecular Weight

153.13999999999999

EINECS

202-824-8

RTECS

MV8225000

RTECS Class

Mutagen

Merck

12,6721

Beilstein/Gmelin

608107

Beilstein Reference

4-15-00-00317

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Orange solid.

Solubility in water

Soluble in cold water.

Melting Point

210 - 212

Partition Coefficient

1.39

Usage

Used as a reagent for ketones, aliphatic aldehydes.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or 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

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed conta

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

Exposure may cause anemia and other blood abnormaliti

Inhalation

May cause cyanosis, characterized by bluish-colored skin. Causes respiratory tract irritat

Skin

Causes irritation.

Eyes

Causes irritation.

Hazards

This material poses an explosion hazard when dry.

EC Risk Phrase

R 5 11 20/21/22

EC Safety Phrase

S 15 22 36/37

UN (DOT)

2926

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves and clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Poison Class

2

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

157

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, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Fire Potential

Flammable solid.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents - strong bases.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.

Transport Information

UN Number

2926