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3-Methylbenzylamine

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[Flash Point]

80
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Will burn if involved in a fire. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Fire Potential]

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.
[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. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
[Storage]

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
[Ingestion]

May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.
[Inhalation]

Causes respiratory tract irritation.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[Hazards]

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 34
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39 45
[UN (DOT)]

3267
[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 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.
[Appearance]

Clear, colorless liquid.
[Solubility in water]

Very soluble
[Boiling Point]

202
[Density]

0.9809 g/cm3 (0 C)
[pKa/pKb]

4.55 (pKb)
[Refractive Index]

1.5360 (20 C)
[Product Name]

3-Methylbenzylamine
[Synonyms]

(3-Methylphenyl)methanamine
3-Methylbenzylamine
m-Methylbenzylamine
m-Xylylamine
[CAS]

"CASEN_100-81-2.htm">100-81-2
[Formula]

C8H11N
[Molecular Weight]

121.18
[EINECS]

202-890-8
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

507474
[Beilstein Reference]

4-12-00-02565
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.
[Incompatibilities]

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

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Decomposition]

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[Combustion Products]

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

3267
[Hazard Class]

8
[Packing Group]

I; II; III