Product Identification

Product Name

3-Methyl-2-phenylpyridine

Synonyms

2-Phenyl-3-picoline

CAS

10273-90-2

Formula

C12H11N

Molecular Weight

169.22

EINECS

233-619-1

Beilstein/Gmelin

116783

Beilstein Reference

5-20-07-00571

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Brown liquid.

Boiling Point

148

Density

1.0648 g/cm3 (25 C)

Refractive Index

1.6026 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. 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

Keep away from sources of ignition. 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

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

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

Hazards

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.

EC Risk Phrase

R 36/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36

UN (DOT)

2810

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

96

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Fire Potential

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste 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

2810

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

I; II; III