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3,3'-Dimethylbiphenyl

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[Flash Point]

113
[Fire Fighting]

Extinguish with water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
[Ingestion]

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
[Inhalation]

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
[Skin]

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water. Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Call a physician.
[Eyes]

In case of contact with eyes, flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Assure adequate flushing by separating the eyelids with fingers. Call a physician.
[Storage]

Keep container tightly closed.
[Ingestion]

May be harmful if swallowed.
[Inhalation]

Material may be irritating to mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. May be harmful if inhaled.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin.
[Eyes]

May cause irritation.
[Hazards]

Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions.
[Personal Protection]

Compatible chemical-resistant gloves. Chemical safety goggles. Protective clothing.
[Respirators]

Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). Respiratory protection is not required. Where protection is desired, use multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges.
[Appearance]

Liquid
[Solubility in water]

1.4 mg/L (25 C)
[Melting Point]

5 - 7
[Boiling Point]

279
[Vapor Pressure]

0.007 (25 C)
[Density]

0.999 g/cm3 (25 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

4.9
[Heat Of Vaporization]

49.72 kJ/mol
[Refractive Index]

1.594 (20 C)
[Product Name]

3,3'-Dimethyl-1,1'-biphenyl
[Synonyms]

1-Methyl-3-(3-methylphenyl)benzene
3,3'-Bitolyl
3,3'-Dimethyl-1,1'-biphenyl
3,3-Ditolyl
m,m'-Bitoluene
m,m'-Bitolyl
[CAS]

"CASEN_612-75-9.htm">612-75-9
[Formula]

C14H14
[Molecular Weight]

182.27
[EINECS]

210-319-9
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.
[Stability]

Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

Oxides of carbon.