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2-CHLOROTOLUENEICSC: 1458 (August 2003)
1-Chloro-2-methylbenzene
o-Chlorotoluene
o-Tolyl chloride
CAS #: 95-49-8
UN #: 2238
EC Number: 202-424-3

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  Above 43°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Above 43°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.  Use water spray, carbon dioxide, foam, powder.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

 PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Cough. Shortness of breath. Dizziness.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Dry skin. Redness. Pain.  Protective gloves.  First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety spectacles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. 
PACKAGING
Marine pollutant. 
2-CHLOROTOLUENE ICSC: 1458
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
On combustion, forms toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and phosgene. Reacts with oxidants. 

Formula: C7H7Cl / CH3C6H4Cl
Molecular mass: 126.59
Boiling point: 159.2°C
Melting point: -35.1°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.08
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.47
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.35
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.4
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01
Flash point: 43°C c.c.
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 1-12.6
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.4  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 50 ppm as TWA 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to crustacea and fish. 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 20-51/53; S: (2)-24/25-61; Note: C 

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