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3,4-Dichloronitrobenzene

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[Flash Point]

123
[Autoignition]

420
[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 appropriate foam.
[Upper exp. limit]

8.4
[Lower exp. limit]

2.1
[Fire Potential]

This chemical 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]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
[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]

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Wash thoroughly after handling. Use only in a well ventilated area. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
[Ingestion]

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. May be harmful if swallowed.
[Inhalation]

May cause respiratory tract irritation.
[Skin]

Causes skin irritation.
[Eyes]

Causes eye irritation.
[Hazards]

Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 20/21/22 33 36 51/53
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39 61
[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.
[Poison Class]

2
[Appearance]

Colorless to tan needle-like crystals.
[Solubility in water]

150 mg/L
[Melting Point]

38 - 41
[Boiling Point]

256
[Vapor Pressure]

.01
[Density]

1.4558 g/cm3 (20 C)
[Usage]

Chemical intermediate for herbicides (eg, propanil) and insecticides & dye intermediates.
[Vapor Density]

6.63
[Saturation Concentration]

18 ppm (0.0018%) at 20 C (calculated)
[Product Name]

3,4-DCNB
[Synonyms]

1-Nitro-3,4-dichlorobenzene
3,4-Dichloronitrobenzene
Benzene, 1,2-dichloro-4-nitro-
DCNB
[CAS]

"CASEN_99-54-7.htm">99-54-7
[Formula]

C6H3Cl2NO2
[Molecular Weight]

192
[EINECS]

202-764-2
[RTECS]

CZ5250000
[RTECS Class]

Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

2210335
[Beilstein Reference]

0-10-00-00624
[EC Class]

harmful, irritant, dangerous for the environment
[Small spills/leaks]

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

3
[Stability]

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.
[Decomposition]

Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen.
[Combustion Products]

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

2811
[Hazard Class]

6.1
[Packing Group]

I; II; III
[HS Code]

2904 90 85