| [Flash Point] 109 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Fires involving this chemical should be controlled using a carbon dioxide, dry chemical or Halon extinguisher. | |
| [Fire Potential] This chemical is probably combustible. | |
| [Ingestion] DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. If the victim is conscious and not convulsing, give 1 or 2 glasses of water to dilute the chemical and IMMEDIATELY call a hospital or poison control center. Be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital if advised by a physician. | |
| [Inhalation] IMMEDIATELY leave the contaminated area; take deep breaths of fresh air. If symptoms (such as wheezing, coughing, shortness of breath, or burning in the mouth, throat, or chest) develop, call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital. Provide proper respiratory protection to rescuers entering an unknown atmosphere. Whenever possible, Self-Contained Breathing Apparatus (SCBA) should be used. | |
| [Skin] IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water. If symptoms such as redness or irritation develop, IMMEDIATELY call a physician and be prepared to transport the victim to a hospital for treatment. | |
| [Eyes] First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop. | |
| [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. | |
| [Ingestion] See inhalation. | |
| [Inhalation] The vapor or mist of this compound is irritating to the eyes, mucous membranes and upper respiratory tract. It also causes skin irritation. | |
| [Skin] See inhalation. | |
| [Eyes] See inhalation | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 36/37/38 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 26 36 | |
| [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] Wear a NIOSH-approved half face respirator equipped with an organic vapor/acid gas cartridge (specific for organic vapors, HCl, acid gas and SO2) with a dust/mist filter. | |
| [Appearance] Mobile dark brown-red liquid with a pungent odor. | |
| [Solubility in water] Freely soluble | |
| [Melting Point] -80 | |
| [Boiling Point] 194 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.02 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.3001 g/cm3 (13 C) | |
| [pKa/pKb] 8.41 (pKa) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] -.42 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 53.9 kJ/mol | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.4438 (19 C) | |
| [Product Name] 2-Nitroethanol | |
| [Synonyms] beta-Nitroalcohol | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_625-48-9.htm">625-48-9 | |
| [Formula] C2H5NO3 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 91.07 | |
| [EINECS] 210-895-1 | |
| [RTECS] KL9370000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Mutagen | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1633753 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-01-00-01388 | |
| [EC Class] irritant | |
| [Small spills/leaks] If you spill this chemical, FIRST REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION. Then, use absorbent paper to pick up all liquid spill material. Your contaminated clothing and absorbent paper should be sealed in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with 60-70% ethanol followed by washing with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Incompatible with strong oxidizing agents, strong bases, acid chlorides and acid anhydrides. | |
| [Stability] No data. | |
| [HS Code] 2905 59 10 |
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