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m-PHENYLENEDIAMINEICSC: 1302 (March 1999)
m-Diaminobenzene
1,3-Benzenediamine
3-Aminoaniline
1,3-Phenylenediamine
CAS #: 108-45-2
UN #: 1673
EC Number: 203-584-7

  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.   

 STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Blue lips, fingernails and skin. Confusion. Convulsions. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Unconsciousness.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. Further see Inhalation.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention . 
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 See Inhalation.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: complete protective clothing including 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: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III 

STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Keep in the dark. Well closed. 
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
m-PHENYLENEDIAMINE ICSC: 1302
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALS. TURNS RED ON EXPOSURE TO AIR. 

Physical dangers
 

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

Formula: C6H8N2 / C6H4(NH2)2
Molecular mass: 108.14
Boiling point: 284-287°C
Melting point: 62-63°C
Density: 1.14 g/cm³
Solubility in water: soluble
Vapour pressure, Pa at 99.8°C: 133
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.7
Flash point: 187°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 560°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.33  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

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

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. The substance may have effects on the kidneys. This may result in renal failure. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 0.1 mg/m3, as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen).
MAK: skin absorption (H); sensitization of skin (SH); carcinogen category: 3 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic 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.
See ICSC 0805. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: T, N; R: 23/24/25-36-43-50/53-68; S: (1/2)-28-36/37-45-60-61 

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