Product Identification

Product Name

3-(3-Chloro-p-tolyl)-1,1-dimethylurea

Synonyms

3-(3-Chloro-4-methylphenyl)-1,1-dimethylurea
N-(3-Chloro-4-methylphenyl)-N',N'-dimethylurea
N,N-Dimethyl-N'-(3-chloro-4-methylphenyl)urea
Urea, 3-(3-chloro-p-tolyl)-1,1-dimethyl
Urea, N'-(3-chloro-4-methylphenyl)-N,N-dimethyl-

CAS

15545-48-9

Formula

C10H13ClN2O

Molecular Weight

212.7

EINECS

239-592-2

RTECS

YS7230000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector

Beilstein/Gmelin

2647688

Beilstein Reference

4-12-00-01986

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless crystals. Odorless.

Solubility in water

70 mg/L at 25 C

Melting Point

159 - 160

Vapor Pressure

4E-8 (25 C)

Density

1.40 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

2.41

Usage

Herbicide.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Seek medical attention. If individual is drowsy or unconscious, do not give anything by mouth; place individual on the left side with the head down. Contact a physician, medical facility, or poison control center for advice about whether to induce vomiting. If possible, do not leave individual unattended.

Inhalation

Move patient to fresh air. Monitor for respiratory distress. If cough or difficulty breathing develops, evaluate for respiratory tract irritation, bronchitis, or pneumonitis. Administer oxygen and assist ventilation as required. Treat bronchospasm with beta2 agonist and corticosteroid aerosols.

Skin

Remove contaminated clothing and wash exposed area thoroughly with soap and water. A physician should examine the area if irritation or pain persists.

Eyes

Irrigate exposed eyes with copious amounts of tepid water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation, pain, swelling, lacrimation, or photophobia persist, the patient should be seen in a health care facility.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep in a cool, dry, dark location in a tightly sealed container or cylinder. Keep away from incompatible materials, ignition sources and untrained individuals. Secure and label area. Protect containers/cylinders from physical damage.

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

Nausea, vomiting, and diarrhea may be noted following ingestion.

Skin

Cyanosis unresponsive to oxygen therapy may be noted in patients with methemoglobinemia due to absorption of excessive amounts of these agents.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Chemical splash goggles in compliance with OSHA regulations are advised; however, OSHA regulations also permit other type safety glasses. Whre chemical resistant gloves. To prevent repeated or prolonged skin contact, wear impervious clothing and boots.

Respirators

Use NIOSH/MSHA approved respirator appropriate for exposure of concern.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use agent most appropriate to extinguish fire.

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

Stability

Stable under normal conditions in neutral media. Hydrolyzed by strong acids and alkalis.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.