Product Identification

Product Name

2,6-Dichloroaniline

Synonyms

2,6-Dichlorobenzene amide
2,6-Dichlorobenzene amine

CAS

608-31-1

Formula

C6H5Cl2N

Molecular Weight

162.02000000000001

EINECS

210-160-5

Beilstein/Gmelin

775084

Beilstein Reference

2-12-00-00337

EC Index Number

612-010-00-8

EC Class

toxic, dangerous for the environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White to brown solid with an aromatic odor.

Solubility in water

1.6 g/L

Melting Point

35 - 38

Boiling Point

220

Vapor Pressure

0.12 (25 C)

Density

1.526 g/cm3

pKa/pKb

13.29 (pKb)

Partition Coefficient

2.9

Heat Of Vaporization

45.6 kJ/mol

Vapor Density

5.6

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with water.

Inhalation

Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately 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. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Store in a cool place in the original container and protect from sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a dry area. Do not exceed 25-30C.

Handling

Wash thoroughly after handling. Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

May cause respiratory tract irritation. Toxic if inhaled. May cause nausea, dizziness, and headache.

Skin

May cause skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin. Absorption into the body may cause cyanosis. Causes redness and pain. Toxic in contact with skin.

Eyes

May cause eye irritation. Causes redness and pain.

Ingestion

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Poison by ingestion. May cause nausea and vomiting.

Hazards

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

EC Risk Phrase

R 23/24/25 33 50/53

EC Safety Phrase

S 28 36/37 45 60 61

UN (DOT)

1590

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.

Exposure Effects

May cause liver and kidney damage. Absorption into the body leads to the formation of methemoglobin which in sufficient concentrations causes cyanosis.

Exposure limit(s)

2 ppm TWA ACGIH

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

86

Autoignition

> 600

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. Containers may explode in the heat of a fire. Vapors or dust may form explosive mixture with air. 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

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

9

Incompatibilities

Oxidizing agents, acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

1590

Hazard Class

6.1

Packing Group

II

HS Code

2921 42 10