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4-NITRO-N-PHENYLBENZENAMINEICSC: 0804 (October 1999)
p-Nitrophenylphenylamine
4-Nitro-N-phenylaniline
4-Nitrodiphenylamine
p-Nitrodiphenylamine
CAS #: 836-30-6
UN #: 1325
EC Number: 212-646-2

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.    NO open flames.    Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.   

 PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Dizziness. Headache. Confusion. Convulsions. Nausea. Unconsciousness.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. 
Eyes   Wear safety goggles 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 CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 4.1; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and strong bases. Cool. Dry. 
PACKAGING
 
4-NITRO-N-PHENYLBENZENAMINE ICSC: 0804
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW NEEDLES. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides. Reacts with strong oxidants. 

Formula: C12H10N2O2 / C6H5(NH)C6H4(NO2)
Molecular mass: 214.2
Boiling point: 343°C
Melting point: 132-135°C
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure at 25°C: negligible
Flash point: 190°C o.c.
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.82  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. 

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

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. 

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
  EC Classification
 

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