ICSC 1618 - 1,4-DICHLORO-2-NITROBENZENE

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1,4-DICHLORO-2-NITROBENZENE	ICSC: 1618 (December 2022)
2,5-Dichloronitrobenzene 1-Nitro-2,5-dichlorobenzene Nitro-p-dichlorobenzene

CAS #: 89-61-2

UN #: 1578; 3409 (molten)

EC Number: 201-923-3

	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, dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough.	Use ventilation (not if powder).	Fresh air, rest.
Skin		Protective gloves.	Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety spectacles.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance, protective clothing, protective gloves and face shield. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into sealable 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 Harmful if swallowed May cause damage to liver and kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure Suspected of causing cancer Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Separated from bases, strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

1,4-DICHLORO-2-NITROBENZENE

ICSC: 1618

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance YELLOW FLAKES. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and nitrogen oxides (see ICSC 0282). Reacts with strong oxidants and bases.	Formula: C₆H₃Cl₂NO₂/ Cl₂C₆H₃NO₂ Molecular mass: 192.00 Boiling point: 261°C Melting point: 55°C Density: 1.67 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.01 (very slightly soluble) Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.5 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.6 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00 Flash point: 135°C Auto-ignition temperature: 465°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.4-8.5 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.93

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW FLAKES.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and nitrogen oxides (see ICSC 0282). Reacts with strong oxidants and bases.

Formula: C₆H₃Cl₂NO₂/ Cl₂C₆H₃NO₂
Molecular mass: 192.00
Boiling point: 261°C
Melting point: 55°C
Density: 1.67 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.01 (very slightly soluble)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.5
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.6
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00
Flash point: 135°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 465°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.4-8.5
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.93

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion and through the skin. Effects of short-term exposure	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys, resulting in impaired functions. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys, resulting in impaired functions. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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