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4-Nitrobiphenyl

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[Flash Point]

143
[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 spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Fire Potential]

Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.
[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. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
[Inhalation]

Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause pulmonary edema and severe respiratory disturbances.
[Skin]

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

May cause eye irritation.
[Ingestion]

May cause central nervous system depression, kidney damage, and liver damage. Symptoms may include: headache, excitement, fatigue, nausea, vomiting, stupor, and coma. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.
[Hazards]

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
[UN (DOT)]

2811
[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]

May cause cancer according to animal studies.
[Exposure limit(s)]

NIOSH: Potential Occupational Carcinogen.
[Poison Class]

1*
[Appearance]

White to yellow needle-like crystalline solid with a sweetish odor.
[Solubility in water]

Insoluble
[Melting Point]

114
[Boiling Point]

340
[Vapor Pressure]

0.0002 (25 C)
[Partition Coefficient]

3.77
[Heat Of Vaporization]

56.0 kJ/mol
[Heat Of Combustion]

-6064 kJ/mol
[Usage]

Formerly in prepn of p-biphenylamine.
[Product Name]

1-Nitro-4-phenylbenzene
[Synonyms]

1-Nitro-4-phenylbenzene
4-Nitrodiphenyl
4-Phenyl-nitrobenzene
p-Nitrobiphenyl
p-Nitrodiphenyl
[CAS]

"CASEN_92-93-3.htm">92-93-3
[Formula]

C12H9NO2
[Molecular Weight]

199.21
[EINECS]

202-204-7
[RTECS]

DV5600000
[RTECS Class]

Tumorigen; Mutagen
[Merck]

12,6690
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1910956
[Beilstein Reference]

4-05-00-01823
[EC Index Number]

609-039-00-3
[EC Class]

Carcinogenic Category 2; Dangerous for the Environment
[Small spills/leaks]

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.
[Stability]

Stable under normal shipping and handling conditions.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong bases - strong oxidizing agents.
[Decomposition]

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

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

2811
[Hazard Class]

6.1
[Packing Group]

I; II; III