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1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene

CAS 121-73-3
EC 204-496-1

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene
Product Code
B23423, L13936

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
121-73-3 Check regulations →
EC Number
204-496-1 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

SU24 Scientific research and development

Manufacturers & Suppliers

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. logo

Alfa Aesar, Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

800-343-0660

http://www.alfa.com

Emergency Contacts

Emergency Contact

(800) 343-0660

Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST

Carechem 24

(866) 928-0789

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H311
STOT RE Cat. 2 H373
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302

GHS Pictograms

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS07 - Health hazard

GHS07

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H311 Toxic in contact with skin.
H373 May cause damage to the musculoskeletal through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Inhalative.

Precautionary Statements

P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor/.../if you feel unwell.
P361 Take off immediately all contaminated clothing.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene EC: 204-496-1 121-73-3 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

Supply fresh air. If required, provide artificial respiration. Keep patient warm. Seek immediate medical advice.

Skin contact

Immediately wash with water and soap and rinse thoroughly. Seek immediate medical advice.

Eye contact

Rinse opened eye for several minutes under running water. Then consult a doctor.

Ingestion

Seek medical treatment.

Immediate Medical Attention

Seek immediate medical advice.

Medical Treatment

Seek medical treatment.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Carbon dioxide, extinguishing powder or water spray. Fight larger fires with water spray or alcohol resistant foam.

Specific hazards

If this product is involved in a fire, the following can be released: Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

Firefighter Protection

Wear self-contained respirator. Wear fully protective impervious suit.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Environmental

Do not allow material to be released to the environment without proper governmental permits.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Keep container tightly sealed. Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

Storage

Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

Fire prevention

No information known.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Properly operating chemical fume hood designed for hazardous chemicals and having an average face velocity of at least 100 feet per minute.

Hands

Impervious gloves. Check protective gloves prior to each use for their proper condition. The selection of suitable gloves not only depends on the material, but also on quality. Quality will vary from manufacturer to manufacturer.

Eyes

Safety glasses

Respiratory

Use suitable respirator when high concentrations are present.

Skin/Body

Protective work clothing.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

State Under Standard Conditions
---
Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
Solubility In Water
0.27 g/l
Properties Status
---
Softening Point
---
Boiling Point
235-236 °C (455-457 °F)
Vapor Pressure
16 hPa (12 mm Hg)
Freezing Point
---
Colour
Pale yellow
Kinematic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Density
1.34 g/cm³ (11.182 lbs/gal)
Explosive Limits
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
500 °C (932 °F)
Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
Melting Point
43-47 °C (109-117 °F)
Colour Intensity
---
Form
Crystalline
Physical State
Crystalline
Flash Point
124 °C (255 °F)
Flammability
Not determined.
Relative Density
Not determined.
Voc Content
---
Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
Ph
Not applicable.
Odor
Not determined
Bulk Density
---
Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
Metal Corrosion
---
Solidification Point
---
Appearance
Crystalline, Pale yellow
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Physical State Data
solid
Vapor Density
Not applicable.
Solubility
---
Molecular Weight
---
Cloud Point
---
Crystallisation Point
---
Lower Explosive Limit
Not determined
Odor Threshold
Not determined.
Dynamic Viscosity
Not applicable.
Solubility In Fat
---
10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

Reactivity

No information known.

Hazardous reactions

No dangerous reactions known

Avoid

No further relevant information available.

Incompatible

Oxidizing agents

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides, Hydrogen chloride (HCl)

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

Treatment

Consult state, local or national regulations to ensure proper disposal.

14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
UN1578
Shipping Name
Chloronitrobenzenes solid
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
II
ADR

Warning: Toxic substances

IMDG

Warning: Toxic substances

IATA

Warning: Toxic substances

15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

Chemical Safety Assessment Not performed
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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene?

1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene is a crystalline appearing as crystalline, pale yellow with pale yellow color. It has not determined odor.

What is 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene?

This substance has 3 hazard statements:

  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H311: Toxic in contact with skin.
  • H373: May cause damage to the musculoskeletal through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Inhalative.

What is the melting point of 1-Chloro-3-nitrobenzene?

The melting point is 43-47 °C (109-117 °F) and the boiling point is 235-236 °C (455-457 °F).