ICSC 1386 - 4-CHLOROTOLUENE

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4-CHLOROTOLUENE	ICSC: 1386 (March 2001)
p-Chlorotoluene 1-Chloro-4-methylbenzene p-Tolyl chloride

CAS #: 106-43-4

UN #: 2238

EC Number: 203-397-0

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Above 49°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 49°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	Use powder, AFFF, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation		Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Dry skin. Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
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. 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 wash away into sewer.	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.

4-CHLOROTOLUENE

ICSC: 1386

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers On combustion, forms toxic gases including carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and possibly phosgene. Reacts with strong oxidants.	Formula: C₇H₇Cl Molecular mass: 126.6 Boiling point: 162°C Melting point: 7.5°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.07 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.01 Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.35 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.4 Flash point: 49°C Auto-ignition temperature: 595°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.7-12.2 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.33

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
On combustion, forms toxic gases including carbon monoxide, hydrogen chloride and possibly phosgene. Reacts with strong oxidants.

Formula: C₇H₇Cl
Molecular mass: 126.6
Boiling point: 162°C
Melting point: 7.5°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.07
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.01
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.35
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.4
Flash point: 49°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 595°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 0.7-12.2
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.33

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation. Effects of short-term exposure If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis.	Inhalation risk Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis.

Inhalation risk

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

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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

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