Product Identification

Product Name

2,5-Lutidine

Synonyms

2,5-Lutidine

CAS

589-93-5

Formula

C7H9N

Molecular Weight

107.17

EINECS

209-666-9

RTECS

OK9625000

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

1514

Beilstein Reference

5-20-06-00027

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Melting Point

-15.3

Boiling Point

143

Vapor Pressure

3.5 (25 C)

Density

0.9346 g/cm3 (15 C)

pKa/pKb

7.76 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

1.665

Heat Of Vaporization

37.8 kJ/mol

Heat Of Combustion

-4061 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.4961 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. 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 lids. 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. Flammables-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

Harmful if swallowed

Inhalation

Causes irritation.

Skin

Causes irritation.

Eyes

Causes irritation.

Hazards

Vapors can travel to a source of ignition and flashback.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate safety goggles, protective clothing and gloves.

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

48

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus inpressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and fullprotective gear. To fight fire, use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

Fire Potential

Flammable Liquid.

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

Incompatibilities

Avoid exposure to acids, oxidizing agents, acid chlorides, chloroformates.

Stability

No data.