2-AMINOPHENOL (ICSC)

2-AMINOPHENOL	ICSC: 0824

Date of Peer Review: October 2005

2-Amino-1-hydroxybenzene
o-Hydroxyaniline
o-Aminophenol

CAS #

95-55-6

C₆H₇NO / C₆H₄(OH)(NH₂)

RTECS #

SJ4950000

Molecular mass: 109.1

UN #

2512

EC Index #

612-033-00-3

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Alcohol-resistant foam. Carbon dioxide. Water spray, powder.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		STRICT HYGIENE!
Inhalation	See Ingestion.	Local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED!	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Safety goggles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion	Blue lips or finger nails. Blue skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Laboured breathing. Nausea. Unconsciousness. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles. Chemical protection suit. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place.

Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
EU Classification
Symbol: Xn
R: 20/22-68
S: (2-)-28-36/37
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Pack Group: III

EMERGENCY RESPONSE

STORAGE

Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT2-III
NFPA Code: H2; F1; R2;

Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Well closed. Separated from oxidants, food and feedstuffs.

IPCS
International
Programme on
Chemical Safety

Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety and the Commission of the European Communities Š IPCS, CEC 2005

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2-AMINOPHENOL

ICSC: 0824

IMPORTANT DATA

PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS TO WHITE CRYSTALS. TURNS DARK ON EXPOSURE TO AIR OR LIGHT.

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes (nitrogen oxides). Reacts violently with oxidants causing fire and explosion hazard.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV not established. MAK not established.

ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion, through the skin and by inhalation of its aerosol.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance may cause effects on the blood, resulting in the formation of methaemoglobin. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES

Melting point (decomposes): 170-174°C
Density: 1.3 g/cmł
Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20°C: 1.7
Vapour pressure, Pa at °C: negligible
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.77

Flash point: >175°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 190°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.62

ENVIRONMENTAL DATA

This substance may be hazardous in the environment; special attention should be given to aquatic organisms.

NOTES

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

LEGAL NOTICE

Neither the CEC nor the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information

Š IPCS, CEC 2005

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