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4-Nitrotoluene

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Chemical Product Identification & Regulatory Data

Official chemical identifiers, CAS numbers, and regulatory compliance information

Basic Product Information

Product Name
4-Nitrotoluene
Product Code
L05491

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
N/A

Chemical Abstracts Service registry number - unique identifier for chemical substances

Uses Information

Identified Uses
SU24 Scientific research and development

Overview

4-Nitrotoluene is a crystalline substance commonly used su24 scientific research and development.

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GHS Hazard Classification & Safety Warnings

Globally Harmonized System (GHS) hazard pictograms, signal words, and safety classifications

Classification Status

Classified

Signal Word

danger (Danger)

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Category 3 H301
Acute Tox. Category 3 H311
Acute Tox. Category 3 H331
STOT RE Category 2 H373

GHS Hazard Pictograms & Safety Symbols

GHS06 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Acute toxicity hazard - Poisonous materials that can cause death or serious harm

GHS06

GHS08 GHS Hazard Pictogram: Serious health hazard - Carcinogenic, mutagenic, or toxic to organs

GHS08

GHS (Globally Harmonized System) pictograms indicate specific chemical hazard categories and safety precautions

Hazard Statements

  • H301: Toxic if swallowed.
  • H311: Toxic in contact with skin.
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled.
  • H373: May cause damage to the kidneys, the liver, the reproductive system, the blood and the immune system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral.

Precautionary Statements

  • P280: Wear protective gloves.
  • P273: Avoid release to the environment.
  • P309: IF exposed or if you feel unwell:
  • P310: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor/ ...
  • P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water/ ...

Chemical Manufacturers & Supply Chain

Authorized suppliers, manufacturers, and distribution network information

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc. company logo - Safety Data Sheet supplier organization

Alfa Aesar Thermo Fisher Scientific Chemicals, Inc.

manufacturer

📍

30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, MA 01835-8099

🌍

US

📞

800-343-0660

📠

800-322-4757

24/7 Emergency Response & Poison Control

Critical emergency contact numbers for chemical spills, exposure incidents, and medical emergencies

Emergency Contact

📞

800-343-0660

🕒

During normal business hours (Monday-Friday, 8am-7pm EST)

Carechem 24

📞

866-928-0789

🕒

After normal business hours

Chemical Composition & Hazardous Ingredients

Detailed component analysis, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Product Type

substance

General Composition

Substances

Chemical Components & Hazardous Substances

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
4-Nitrotoluene
EC: 202-808-0
99-99-0 Not specified ✓ Non-hazardous

Emergency First Aid Measures

Critical first aid procedures for chemical exposure incidents and medical emergencies

🫁 Inhalation Exposure

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/Swallowing

Do not induce vomiting; immediately call for medical help.

Fire Fighting Measures & Emergency Response

Fire suppression methods, extinguishing media, and firefighting safety procedures

Suitable Extinguishing Media

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

⚠️ Specific Fire Hazards

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

🛡️ Firefighter Protection Equipment

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

Accidental Release Measures & Spill Response

Emergency spill cleanup procedures, containment methods, and environmental protection

🚨 Emergency Procedures

Wear protective equipment. Keep unprotected persons away. Ensure adequate ventilation.

🌍 Environmental Precautions

Do not allow product to reach sewage system or any water course.

Related Chemical Substances & Alternative Products

Similar chemicals with comparable safety profiles and industrial applications

Technical Specifications & Material Properties

Physical state, chemical properties, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

🧪 Physical State
Not available
📊 Physical State Data
Not available
📊 State Under Standard Conditions
Not available
👁️ Appearance
Crystalline
🎨 Colour
Yellow to brown
📊 Colour Intensity
Not available
📊 Form
Crystalline
👃 Odor
Almond-like
📊 Odor Threshold
Not determined.
🧪 Ph
Not applicable.
🧊 Melting Point
50-54 °C (122-129 ºF)
Critical Property
💨 Boiling Point
238-239 ℃ (460-462'ºF)
Critical Property
🔥 Flash Point
106 ℃ (223 ºF)
Critical Property
📊 Freezing Point
Not available
📊 Softening Point
Not available
📊 Solidification Point
Not available
📊 Cloud Point
Not available
📊 Crystallisation Point
Not available
📊 Relative Evaporation Rate
Not available
💨 Evaporation Rate
Not applicable.
💨 Vapor Pressure
1.3 hPa (1 mm Hg)
📊 Vapor Density
Not applicable.
📊 Relative Density
Not determined.
📊 Bulk Density
Not available
⚖️ Density
1.392 g/cm3 (11.616 lbs/gal)
Critical Property
🔥 Flammability
Not determined.
📊 Upper Explosive Limit
Not determined
📊 Lower Explosive Limit
1.6 Vol %
📊 Explosive Limits
Not available
📊 Auto Ignition Temperature
450 °C (842 °F)
📊 Decomposition Temperature
Not determined
💧 Solubility
Not available
📊 Partition Coefficient
Not determined.
📊 Solubility In Water
0.26 g/l
📊 Solubility In Fat
Not available
📊 Molecular Weight
Not available
📊 Voc Content
Not available
📊 Metal Corrosion
Not available
📊 Dynamic Viscosity
Not available
📊 Kinematic Viscosity
Not available
📊 Properties Status
Not available

Safe Handling & Storage Procedures

Industrial handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace safety requirements

⚠️ Handling Precautions

• Keep container tightly sealed.

• Store in cool, dry place in tightly closed containers.

• Ensure good ventilation at the workplace.

• Open and handle container with care.

🏪 Storage Conditions

• Requirements to be met by storerooms and receptacles: No special requirements.

• Store away from oxidizing agents.

• Keep container tightly sealed.

• Store in cool, dry conditions in well sealed containers.

🔥 Fire Prevention Measures

No information known.

Exposure Controls & Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and required safety equipment

🏭 Engineering Controls

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

🧤 Hand Protection

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. Penetration time of glove material (in minutes) Not determined

👁️ Eye Protection

Safety glasses

😷 Respiratory Protection

Use self-contained respiratory protective device in emergency situations.

🦺 Skin/Body Protection

Protective work clothing.

Chemical Stability & Reactivity Data

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials information

Chemical Stability

Stable under recommended storage conditions.

⚗️ Reactivity

No information known.

⚠️ Hazardous Reactions

Reacts with strong oxidizing agents

🚫 Conditions to Avoid

No further relevant information available.

🧪 Incompatible Materials

Oxidizing agents

💨 Hazardous Decomposition Products

Carbon monoxide and carbon dioxide, Nitrogen oxides

Ecological Information & Environmental Impact

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, bioaccumulation, and ecological effects data

🌱 Toxicity

Aquatic toxicity: No further relevant information available.

🌱 Persistence and degradability

No further relevant information available.

🌱 Bioaccumulative potential

No further relevant information available.

🌱 Mobility in soil

No further relevant information available.

🌱 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment

PBT: Not applicable. vPvB: Not applicable.

🌱 Endocrine disrupting properties

No further relevant information available.

🌱 Other adverse effects

No further relevant information available.

Waste Disposal & Treatment Methods

Waste disposal procedures, treatment methods, and regulatory compliance requirements

♻️ Waste Treatment Methods

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

🗂️ Product Disposal Recommendations

Disposal must be made according to official regulations.

Transportation & Shipping Information

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

🏷️ UN Number

UN3446

📦 Proper Shipping Name

NITROTOLUENES, SOLID

⚠️ Transport Hazard Class

6.1

📋 Packing Group

II

🚛 ADR Transport Precautions

Warning: Toxic substances

Regulatory Information & Compliance

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and regulatory compliance status

📋 Regulatory Summary

All components of this product are listed in the U.S. Environmental Protection Agency Toxic Substances Control Act Chemical substance Inventory. A Chemical Safety Assessment has not been carried out.

Chemical Safety Assessment

No chemical safety assessment has been performed for this substance.

ℹ️ Additional Regulatory Information

This product is subject to the reporting requirements of section 313 of the Emergency Planning and Community Right to Know Act of 1986 and 40CFR372.

Chemical Safety FAQ & Common Questions

Most frequently asked questions about safety, handling, storage, and regulatory compliance

What is the hazard signal word for 4-Nitrotoluene?

The signal word for this substance is "danger".

What is 4-Nitrotoluene used for?

SU24 Scientific research and development

What are the hazard statements for 4-Nitrotoluene?

This substance has 4 hazard statements: H301: Toxic if swallowed. H311: Toxic in contact with skin. H331: Toxic if inhaled. H373: May cause damage to the kidneys, the liver, the reproductive system, the blood and the immune system through prolonged or repeated exposure. Route of exposure: Oral.

What is the melting point of 4-Nitrotoluene?

The melting point is 50-54 °C (122-129 ºF) and the boiling point is 238-239 ℃ (460-462'ºF).