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2,3-Dimethylaniline

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[Flash Point]

99
[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 fog, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or regular foam. Do NOT get water inside containers.
[Lower exp. limit]

1
[Fire Potential]

This compound is combustible.
[Ingestion]

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 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]

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 tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause methemoglobinemia, cyanosis, convulsions, tachycardia, dyspnea, and death. Methemoglobinemia is characterized by dizziness, drowsiness, headache, breath shortness, cyanosis with bluish skin, rapid heart rate and chocolate-brown blood.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation.
[Eyes]

May cause eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May cause methemoglobinemia, cyanosis, convulsions, and death. Methemoglobinemia is characterized by dizziness, drowsiness, headache, breath shortness, cyanosis with bluish skin, rapid heart rate and chocolate-brown colored blood.
[Hazards]

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

R 23/24/25 33 51/53
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 28 36/37 45 61
[UN (DOT)]

1711
[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]

Effects may be delayed.
[Poison Class]

3 (Strong toxins)
[Appearance]

Dark brown liquid.
[Solubility in water]

0.1-0.5 g/100 mL at 24 C
[Melting Point]

-15
[Boiling Point]

222
[Vapor Pressure]

.08
[Density]

0.991 g/cm3 (15 C)
[pKa/pKb]

9.30 (pKb)
[Partition Coefficient]

2.21
[Usage]

Chemical intermediate for dyes.
[Vapor Density]

4.2
[Odor threshold]

0.0240 mg/m3
[Refractive Index]

1.5649 (15.3 C)
[Product Name]

2,3-Dimethylphenylamine
[Synonyms]

2,3-Dimethylphenylamine
2,3-Dimethylaniline
2,3-Dimethylbenzenamine
2,3-Xylylamine
3-Amino-o-xylene
o-Xylidine
[CAS]

"CASEN_87-59-2.htm">87-59-2
[Formula]

C8H11N
[Molecular Weight]

121.18
[EINECS]

201-755-0
[RTECS]

ZE8750000
[RTECS Class]

Mutagen
[Merck]

12,10217
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

742174
[Beilstein Reference]

4-12-00-02497
[EC Index Number]

612-027-00-0
[EC Class]

toxic, dangerous for the environment
[Small spills/leaks]

Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal. Provide ventilation.
[Disposal Code]

9
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents, acids, acid chlorides, halogens, acid anhydrides, hypochlorite, chloroformates.
[Decomposition]

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

Combustion by-products include oxides of nitrogen an dorther irritants and toxic gases.
[UN Number]

1711
[Hazard Class]

6.1
[Packing Group]

II
[HS Code]

2921 49 10