o-Nitrotoluene
- CAS Number
- 88-72-2
- HSN Code
- 29042030
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7NO2
- Catalogue Number
- AL3316
- Purity
- ≥ 99%
- Molecular Weight
- 137.14 g/mol
Complies with : IP | BP | USP | EP | ACS
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
Key Properties
2-nitrotoluene is a mononitrotoluene that is toluene carrying a nitro substituent at position 2. It has a role as a carcinogenic agent and an environmental contaminant.
Also known as 2-Nitrotoluene.
- Catalogue No.
- AL3316
- CAS Number
- 88-72-2
- Molecular Formula
- C7H7NO2
- Molecular Weight
- 137.14 g/mol
- HSN Code
- 29042030
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- Product Form
- Substance
Melting point: -9.55 °C (alpha-form); -3.85 °C (beta-form); Boiling point: 222 °C; Flash point: 95 °C; open cup; Density: Specific gravity: 1.1622 at 19 °C/15 °C; Solubility: Soluble in alcohol, benzene, petroleum ether.
- Appearance
- Yellowish liquid at ordinary temperature
- Shelf Life
- 2 years
- Packaging
- Available in: 500 ml glass bottle, 2.5 Lt glass bottle
- Storage
- Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
1.1 — Product identifier
- Chemical Name
- o-Nitrotoluene
- Catalogue No.
- AL3316
- Product form
- Substance
- CAS Number
- 88-72-2
- EC Number
- 201-853-3
- Grade
- 99% For Synthesis
- EC Index Number
- 611-002-00-2
- Chemical Formula
- C7H7NO2
- HSN Code
- 29042030
- Synonyms
- 2-Nitrotoluene
1.2 — Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
- Use of the substance/mixture
- Synthetic intermediate in dye and rubber-chemical 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
2.1 — Classification of the substance or mixture
- Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008
- Acute Tox. 4; Muta. 1B; Carc. 1B; Repr. 2; Aquatic Chronic 2
- Classification source
- ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 6944 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 — Label elements
- Hazard pictograms
- Irritant, Health Hazard, Environmental Hazard
- Signal word
- Danger
- Hazard statements
- H302: Harmful if swallowed; H340: May cause genetic defects; H350: May cause cancer; H361: Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child; H411: Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
- Precautionary statements
- P203, P264, P270, P273, P280, P301+P317, P318, P330, P391, P405, P501
2.3 — Other hazards
- Other hazards
- Toxic; may cause harm to the unborn child.
3.1 — Substance
- Name
- o-Nitrotoluene
- CAS No.
- 88-72-2
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, immediately wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, immediately remove the clothing, wash the skin with soap and water, and 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 distress.
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
- Toxic fumes may be released in a fire. Use water spray to cool containers.
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. Wear appropriate protective equipment. Contain and collect spillage.
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
7.1 — Precautions for safe handling
- Precautions for safe handling
- Handle under a fume hood. Use 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 food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. 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 a NIOSH-approved respirator if ventilation is inadequate.
9.1 — Information on basic physical and chemical properties
- Physical state
- Liquid
- Colour
- Pale yellow
- Odour
- Weak, aromatic odor
- Odour threshold
- No data available
- pH value
- No data available
- Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1)
- No data available
- Melting point
- -9.55 °C (alpha-form); -3.85 °C (beta-form)
- Freezing point
- No data available
- Boiling point
- 222 °C
- Flash point
- 95 °C; open cup
- Auto-ignition temperature
- Auto-ignition temperature: 420 °C
- Decomposition temperature
- No data available
- Flammability (solid, gas)
- Not flammable as a liquid
- Vapour pressure
- 0.185 mm Hg at 25 °C
- Relative vapour density at 20°C
- 4.72 (Air = 1)
- Density
- Specific gravity: 1.1622 at 19 °C/15 °C
- Solubility
- Soluble in alcohol, benzene, petroleum ether
- Log Pow
- 2.30
- 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
- Heat contributes to instability.
10.3 — Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Possibility of hazardous reactions
- Decomposes on contact with strong oxidants, reducing agents, acids or bases. This produces toxic fumes. 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
- The substance decomposes to form nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide.
11.1 — Information on toxicological effects
- Acute toxicity
- LD50 Rat dermal >5000 mg/kg bw; LC50 Rat inhalation >1086 mg/L/ 8hr; LC50 Rat inhalation >190.8 ppm/ 8hr
- 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
- H340: May cause genetic defects
- Carcinogenicity
- H350: May cause cancer
- 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)
- UN 1664
- UN-No. (IMDG)
- UN 1664
- UN-No. (IATA)
- UN 1664
- UN-No. (ADN)
- UN 1664
- UN-No. (RID)
- UN 1664
14.2 — UN proper shipping name
- Proper Shipping Name (ADR)
- o-Nitrotoluene
- Proper Shipping Name (IMDG)
- o-Nitrotoluene
- Proper Shipping Name (IATA)
- o-Nitrotoluene
- Proper Shipping Name (ADN)
- o-Nitrotoluene
- Proper Shipping Name (RID)
- o-Nitrotoluene
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
o-Nitrotoluene is used as a building block in the synthesis of dyes, rubber accelerators, and pharmaceutical intermediates. It serves as an important intermediate in organic synthesis.
ISO 9001
ISO 14001
GMP
COA with every batch
- Batch Number
- AL-2026-AL01115
- Manufacturing Date
- September-2026
- Expiry Date
- September-2031
- Molecular Weight
- 137.14 g/mol
| Test | Standard | Observed |
|---|---|---|
| Assay | ≥ 99% | 99.5% |
| Density | 1.163 g/mL | 1.162 g/mL |
| Boiling Point | 111-113 °C | 112 °C |
| Melting Point | -15 °C | -14.5 °C |
| Moisture Content | ≤ 0.5% | 0.3% |
| Residue on Ignition | ≤ 0.1% | 0.05% |
| Related Substances | None detected | None detected |
The above product is expected to comply with 99% For Synthesis grade specification.
Technical Data Sheet
| Grade | Assay/Purity | Melting/Boiling Point | Moisture/LOD | Residue on Ignition | Related Substances | Solubility |
|---|---|---|---|---|---|---|
| 99% For Synthesis | ≥ 99% | m.p. -9.55 °C (alpha-form); -3.85 °C (beta-form); b.p. 222 °C | ≤ 0.5% | ≤ 0.1% | None detected | Soluble in alcohol, benzene, petroleum ether |
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