1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene
- CAS Number
- 121-73-3
- HSN Code
- 29049090
- Molecular Formula
- C6H4ClNO2
- Catalogue Number
- AL1314
- Purity
- ≥ 98%
- Molecular Weight
- 157.55 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
1-chloro-3-nitrobenzene is a C-nitro compound that is nitrobenzene in which one of the meta- hydrogens has been replaced by chlorine. It is a C-nitro compound and a member of monochlorobenzenes.
Also known as m-Chloronitrobenzene.
- Catalogue No.
- AL1314
- CAS Number
- 121-73-3
- Molecular Formula
- C6H4ClNO2
- Molecular Weight
- 157.55 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29049090
- Grade
- 98%
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: 46 °C; Boiling point: 236 °C at 760 mm Hg; Flash point: 261 °F (127 °C) (Closed cup); Density: 1.534 at 20 °C/4 °C.
- Appearance
- Pale-yellow orthorhombic prisms from alcohol
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 gm plastic bottle
- Storage
- Separated from combustible substances, reducing agents and food and feedstuffs. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene
- Catalogue No.
- AL1314
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 121-73-3
- EC Number
- 204-496-1
- Grade
- 98%
- EC Index Number
- 606-007-00-4
- Chemical Formula
- C6H4ClNO2
- HSN Code
- 29049090
- Synonyms
- m-Chloronitrobenzene
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Intermediate in dye and pharmaceutical synthesis.
- 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
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Acute Tox. 3; Aquatic Chronic 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 8489 - 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, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H311: Toxic in contact with skin; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- May cause respiratory irritation.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene
- CAS No.
- 121-73-3
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.
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.
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.
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
- Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder.
6.4 — Reference to other sections
- Reference
- Not specified
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. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
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.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Solid
- Colour
- Pale yellow
- Odour
- Characteristic
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- No data available
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- 46 °C
- Freezing point
- No data available
- Boiling point
- 236 °C at 760 mm Hg
- Flash point
- 261 °F (127 °C) (Closed cup)
- Auto-ignition temperature
- 500 °F (260 °C)
- Decomposition temperature
- No data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable
- Vapour pressure
- 0.097 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- Relative vapor density (air = 1): 5.44
- Density
- 1.534 at 20 °C/4 °C
- Solubility
- Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents
- Log Pow
- 2.41
- Viscosity, kinematic
- No data available
- Viscosity, dynamic
- No data available
- Explosive properties
- Not explosive
- Oxidising properties
- Not oxidizing
- Explosive limits
- No data available
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 including nitrogen oxides, chlorine (see ICSC 0126), hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and phosgene (see ICSC 0007). This generates fire and explosion hazard.
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
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat oral 470 mg/kg bw; LD50 Rat oral 300 mg/kg; LD50 Mouse oral 390 mg/kg bw
- 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
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
- Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure)
- Not classified (based on available data)
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
13.1 — Waste treatment methods
- Additional Info
- Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.
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-3-nitrobenzene
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- 1-Chloro-3-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
15.1 — Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
- 15.1.1 EU-Regulations
- Not specified
Reduction of 3-chloronitrobenzene to 3-chloroaniline (Orange GC base) is its primary outlet, with minor uses in other fields.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL00458
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 157.55 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 98% | 98.5% |
| Melting Point | -3.5 °C | -3.2 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | No more than 1% of any single impurity | 0.8% |
| Solubility | Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents | Slightly soluble in water, soluble in ethanol. |
The above product is expected to comply with 98% grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 98% | ≥ 98% | m.p. 46 °C; b.p. 236 °C at 760 mm Hg | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | No more than 1% of any single impurity | Slightly soluble in water, soluble in organic solvents |
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