| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |
| [Ingestion] Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid. | |
| [Skin] Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. | |
| [Eyes] Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. | |
| [Storage] Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Wash hands before eating. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] Causes respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] Causes skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] Causes eye irritation. | |
| [Ingestion] Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/37/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. 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] Absorption into the body leads to the formation of methemoglobin which in sufficient concentrations causes cyanosis. | |
| [Poison Class] 3 | |
| [Appearance] Slightly yellow solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Slightly soluble | |
| [Melting Point] 108 | |
| [Boiling Point] 119 - 122 (0.6 torr) | |
| [Product Name] 2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzonitrile | |
| [Synonyms] 1-Chloro-2-cyano-4-nitrobenzene 2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzenenitrile 2-Chloro-5-nitrobenzonitrile | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_16588-02-6.htm">16588-02-6 | |
| [Formula] C7H3ClN2O2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 182.56 | |
| [EINECS] 240-643-6 | |
| [RTECS] DI3040000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1818642 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-09-00-01229 | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents and strong bases. | |
| [Decomposition] Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |
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