p-NITROTOLUENE | ICSC: 0932 (April 2000) |
4-Nitrotoluene 1-Methyl-4-nitrobenzene p-Methylnitrobenzene PNT |
CAS #: 99-99-0 |
UN #: 1664 |
EC Number: 202-808-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Risk of fire and explosion on contact with acids or oxidizing agents. | NO open flames. NO contact with oxidizing agents. | Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Headache. Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Dizziness. Laboured breathing. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE ABSORBED! Further see Inhalation. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention . Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles, 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 | Abdominal pain. Further see Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant. |
p-NITROTOLUENE | ICSC: 0932 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C7H7NO2 / C6H4(CH3)NO2 |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 2 ppm as TWA; (skin); BEI issued. MAK: skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 3 |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. |
NOTES |
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Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T, N; R: 23/24/25-33-51/53; S: (1/2)-28-37-45-61; Note: C |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations