Product Identification

Product Name

1-Iodo-3-(trifluoromethyl)benzene

Synonyms

3-(Trifluoromethyl)phenyl iodide
3-Iodo-1-(trifluoromethyl)benzene
3-Iodo-a,a,a-trifluorotoluene
3-Iodobenzotrifluoride
3-Trifluoromethyl-1-iodobenzene
a,a,a-Trifluoro-m-iodotoluene

CAS

401-81-0

Formula

C7H4F3I

Molecular Weight

272

EINECS

206-934-7

Beilstein/Gmelin

2088596

Beilstein Reference

3-05-00-00725

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clear very slight yellow.

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Melting Point

-8

Boiling Point

182

Density

1.887 g/cm3 (20 C)

Refractive Index

1.52 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting.

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

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Remove 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 immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Corrosives area.

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

Not available.

Inhalation

May cause severe irritation of the respiratory tract with sore throat, coughing, shortness of breath and delayed lung edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.

Skin

May cause severe irritation and possible burns.

Eyes

Contact with eyes may cause severe irritation, and possible eye burns.

Hazards

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

UN (DOT)

1760

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

Not available.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

70

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using agent most appropriate for surrounding fire.

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

ELIMINATE all ignition sources. Do not touch damaged containers or spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective clothing. Stop leak if you can do it without risk. 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

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

1760

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

I; II; III