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m-NITROTOLUENE
ICSC: 1411
Peer-Review Status: 16.10.2001 Validated
3-Methylnitrobenzene
Toluene, m-nitro
3-Nitrotoluene 
CAS #: 99-08-1 RTECS #: XT2975000
UN #: 1664
EINECS #: 202-728-6
 		    Formula: C7H7NO2
Molecular mass: 137,15

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. NO contact with strong oxidizing agents or sulfuric acid.  Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. 
EXPLOSION Risk of fire and explosion on contact with strong oxidizing agents or sulfuric acid.    Combat fire from a sheltered position. 
 
EXPOSURE      
Inhalation Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Unconciousness.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. See Inhalation.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion See Inhalation.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL
 		PACKAGING & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Collect leaking liquid in covered containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.  Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
EC Classification
 
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: II 
GHS Classification
 

EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61S1664-L.
NFPA Code: H2; F2; R4.  		Separated from strong oxidants, sulfuric acid and food and feedstuffs. Cool. Dry. Keep in a well-ventilated room. 

IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW LIQUID OR YELLOW CRYSTALS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic gases including carbon monoxide and nitrogen oxides. Reacts with strong oxidants and sulfuric acid. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks plastics, rubber and coatings. 

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 2ppm as TWA; (skin); BEI issued; (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: 5 ppm, 28 mg/m³; Peak limitation category: II(2); Skin absorption (H); (DFG 2004). 

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and skin. The substance may cause effects on the blood. This may result in formation of methaemoglobin. Medical observation is indicated. The effects may be delayed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


PHYSICAL PROPERTIES ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 231.9°C
Melting point: 16.1°C
Density: 1.16 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.05
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.73
Flash point: 106°C c.c.
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1.6-?
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.45   		The substance is harmful 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.
Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately.
Card has been partly updated in April 2005.
See section Occupational Exposure Limits. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
 

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