Safety Data Sheet - o-Dichlorobenzene

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

Chemical Name o-Dichlorobenzene

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL1704A

CAS Number 95-50-1

EC Number 202-425-9

EC Index Number 602-026-00-3

Grade AR

HSN Code 29039100

Molecular Formula C6H4Cl2

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

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name o-Dichlorobenzene

Catalogue No. AL1704A

Product form Substance

CAS Number 95-50-1

EC Number 202-425-9

Grade AR

EC Index Number 602-026-00-3

Chemical Formula C6H4Cl2

HSN Code 29039100

Synonyms 1,2-Dichlorobenzene, o-Dichlorobenzene

Chemical Structure -

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

Use of the substance/mixture Solvent in chemical synthesis and analytical chemistry.

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. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2; STOT SE 3; Aquatic Acute 1; Aquatic Chronic 1

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 7239 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Irritant, Environmental Hazard

Signal word Warning

Hazard statements H302: Harmful if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H400: Very toxic to aquatic life; H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards May cause respiratory irritation and central nervous system effects.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name o-Dichlorobenzene

CAS No. 95-50-1

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, promptly wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, promptly remove the clothing and wash the skin with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly.

First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Headache, dizziness, nausea, and respiratory 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 Poisonous gases are produced in fire.

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: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent.

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 and wear appropriate personal protective equipment.

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 aluminium, oxidants and food and feedstuffs.

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 respirator if ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless to pale yellow

Odour Pleasant odor

Odour threshold No data available

pH value No data available

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) No data available

Melting point -16.7 °C

Freezing point No data available

Boiling point 180.1 °C at 760 mm Hg

Flash point 66 °C

Auto-ignition temperature 648 °C

Decomposition temperature No data available

Flammability (solid, gas) Not applicable

Vapour pressure 1.36 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C 5.05 (Air = 1)

Density 1.3059 gmL at 20 °C4 °C

Solubility Miscible with alcohol, ether, benzene.

Log Pow 3.43

Viscosity, kinematic No data available

Viscosity, dynamic No data available

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidizing

Explosive limits No data available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under normal conditions, but may react 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 gases including hydrogen chloride. Reacts with aluminium and oxidants.

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, and bases.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomposition it emits toxic hydrogen chloride fumes.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Guinea pig oral 0.8-2.0 ug/kg.; LC50 Mouse inhalation 6,825 mgcu m6 hr; LC50 Rat inhalation 1532 ppm/6 hr

Skin corrosion/irritation H315: Causes skin irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation

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

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335: May cause respiratory irritation

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

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) UN 1591

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1591

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1591

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1591

UN-No. (RID) UN 1591

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) o-Dichlorobenzene

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) o-Dichlorobenzene

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) o-Dichlorobenzene

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) o-Dichlorobenzene

Proper Shipping Name (RID) o-Dichlorobenzene

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 6.1

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) III

Packing group (IMDG) III

Packing group (IATA) III

Packing group (ADN) III

Packing group (RID) III

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.