Safety Data Sheet - 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL1313

CAS Number 88-73-3

EC Number 201-854-9

EC Index Number 606-012-00-8

Grade 98%

HSN Code 29049095

Molecular Formula C6H4ClNO2

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

Catalogue No. AL1313

Product form Substance

CAS Number 88-73-3

EC Number 201-854-9

Grade 98%

EC Index Number 606-012-00-8

Chemical Formula C6H4ClNO2

HSN Code 29049095

Synonyms o-Chloronitrobenzene

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Intermediate in dye and rubber-chemical manufacturing

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Acute Tox. 3; Carc. 1B; STOT RE 1; Aquatic Chronic 2

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6945 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Acute Toxic, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H301: Toxic if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H331: Toxic if inhaled; H350: May cause cancer; H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

Precautionary statements P203, P260, P261, P262, P264, P270, P271, P273, P280, P301+P316, P302+P352, P304+P340, P316, P318, P319, P321, P330, P361+P364, P391, P403+P233, P405, P501

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards May cause harm to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

CAS No. 88-73-3

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation Move to fresh air. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention.

First-aid measures after skin contact IMMEDIATELY flood affected skin with water while removing and isolating all contaminated clothing. Gently wash all affected skin areas thoroughly with soap and water.

First-aid measures after eye contact 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.

First-aid measures after ingestion Do not induce vomiting. Rinse mouth and seek medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Headache, dizziness, nausea, and skin irritation.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area and ventilate. Wear appropriate protective equipment.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Use in a fume hood. Wear gloves and safety goggles.

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents and food and feedstuffs. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use appropriate respiratory protection if ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Solid

Colour Pale yellow

Odour Characteristic

Odour threshold Not determined

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not determined

Melting point 32 °C

Freezing point Not determined

Boiling point 245.5 °C

Flash point 127 °C

Auto-ignition temperature 470 °C

Decomposition temperature Not determined

Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable

Vapour pressure 0.018 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C Relative vapor density (air = 1): 5.4

Density 1.368 g/L at 242 °C

Solubility Sol in alcohol, benzene, ether

Log Pow 2.52

Viscosity, kinematic Not determined

Viscosity, dynamic Not determined

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidizing

Explosive limits Not applicable

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of nitrogen oxides, chlorine (see ICSC 0126), hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and phosgene (see ICSC 0007). The substance is a strong oxidant.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Not specified

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Mouse oral 135 mg/kg bw; LD50 Rabbit oral 280 mg/kg bw; LD50 Rat (Sprague-Dawley) oral 560 mg/kg body weight

Skin corrosion/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Serious eye damage/irritation Not classified (based on available data)

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity H350: May cause cancer

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) H372: Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) 1578

UN-No. (IMDG) 1578

UN-No. (IATA) 1578

UN-No. (ADN) 1578

UN-No. (RID) 1578

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

Proper Shipping Name (RID) 1-Chloro-2-nitrobenzene

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 6.1

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) II

Packing group (IMDG) II

Packing group (IATA) II

Packing group (ADN) II

Packing group (RID) II

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.