| Product Identification | Back to Contents | 【Product Name】
2-Nitroanisole | 【Synonyms】
2-methoxynitrobenzene
2-Nitroanisole | 【CAS】
91-23-6 | 【Formula】
C7H7NO3 | 【Molecular Weight】
153.13999999999999 | 【EINECS】
202-052-1 | 【RTECS】
BZ8790000 | 【RTECS Class】
Tumorigen; Mutagen | 【Merck】
12,6682 | 【Beilstein/Gmelin】
1868032 | 【Beilstein Reference】
4-06-00-00798 | 【EC Index Number】
609-047-00-7 | 【EC Class】
Carcinogenic Category 2; Harmful |
| Physical and Chemical Properties | Back to Contents | 【Appearance】
Colorless to yellowish liquid. | 【Solubility in water】
Insoluble | 【Melting Point】
9 | 【Boiling Point】
273 | 【Vapor Pressure】
0.004 (25 C) | 【Density】
1.254 g/cm3 (20 C) | 【Partition Coefficient】
1.73 | 【Usage】
Organic synthesis, intermediate for pharmaceuticals, dyes. | 【Refractive Index】
1.5161 (20 C) |
| First Aid Measures | Back to Contents | 【Ingestion】
If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | 【Inhalation】
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. | 【Skin】
Get medical aid immediately. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. | 【Eyes】
Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Handling and Storage | Back to Contents | 【Storage】
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | 【Handling】
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. |
| Hazards Identification | Back to Contents | 【Inhalation】
Effects may be delayed. May cause respiratory tract irritation. | 【Skin】
May cause skin irritation. If absorbed, causes symptoms similar to those of ingestion. Effects may be delayed. | 【Eyes】
May cause eye irritation. | 【Ingestion】
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause methemoglobinemia, cyanosis, convulsions, and death. Methemoglobinemia is characterized by dizziness, drowsiness, headache, breath shortness, cyanosis with bluish skin, rapid heart rate and chocolate-brown colored blood. May be harmful if swallowed. | 【Hazards】
Containers may explode when heated. | 【EC Risk Phrase】
R 45 22 | 【EC Safety Phrase】
S 53 45 | 【UN (DOT)】
2730 |
| Exposure Controls/Personal Protection | Back to Contents | 【Personal Protection】
Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure. | 【Respirators】
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary. | 【Exposure Effects】
May cause cancer in humans. | 【Exposure limit(s)】
OEL-RUSSIA:STEL 1 mg/m3;Skin |
| Fire Fighting Measures | Back to Contents | 【Flash Point】
142 | 【Autoignition】
464 | 【Fire Fighting】
Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Extinguishing media: For large fires, use water spray, fog, or alcohol-resistant foam. For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, halon, or water spray. | 【Fire Potential】
Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily. |
| Stability and Reactivity | Back to Contents | 【Disposal Code】
1 | 【Stability】
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | 【Incompatibilities】
Strong oxidizing agents. Explosive reaction with sodium hydroxide + zinc, vigorous reaction with hydrogen + catalyst | 【Decomposition】
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen. | 【Combustion Products】
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. |
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