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3-Aminophenol

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[Flash Point]

92
[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. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.
[Fire Potential]

This material is probably combustible.
[Ingestion]

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.
[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. 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.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Hazards]

Containers may explode when heated.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 20/22 51/53
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 28 61
[UN (DOT)]

2512
[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 and clothing to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
[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 reproductive and fetal effects.
[Exposure limit(s)]

OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 1 mg/m3
[Poison Class]

4
[Appearance]

White crystals or off-white flakes.
[Solubility in water]

35 g/L
[Melting Point]

122
[Boiling Point]

299
[Vapor Pressure]

0.0007 (25 C)
[Density]

1.275 g/cm3
[pKa/pKb]

9.70 (pKb)
[Partition Coefficient]

.34
[Heat Of Vaporization]

56.0 kJ/mol
[Heat Of Combustion]

-3167 kJ/mol
[Usage]

3-Aminophenol has been used as a stabilizer of chlorine-containing thermoplastics, although its principal use is as an intermediate in the production of 4-amino-2-hydroxybenzoic acid this isomer is also employed as a hair colorant and as a coupler molecule in hair dyes.
[Product Name]

3-Aminophenol
[Synonyms]

3-Amino-1-hydroxybenzene
3-Hydroxyanaline
m-Aminophenol
[CAS]

"CASEN_591-27-5.htm">591-27-5
[Formula]

C6H7NO
[Molecular Weight]

109.13
[EINECS]

209-711-2
[RTECS]

SJ4900000
[RTECS Class]

Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant
[Merck]

13,459
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

636059
[Beilstein Reference]

4-13-00-00952
[EC Index Number]

612-127-00-4
[EC Class]

Harmful; Dangerous for the Environment
[Small spills/leaks]

Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.
[Disposal Code]

3
[Incompatibilities]

Acids, acid chlorides, acid anhydrides, chloroformates, strong oxidizing agents.
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

2512
[Hazard Class]

6.1
[Packing Group]

III
[HS Code]

2922 29 00