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2-AMINO-4-CHLOROPHENOLICSC: 1652 (November 2023)
p-Chloro-o-aminophenol
2-Hydroxy-5-chloroaniline
4-Chloro-2-aminophenol
C.I. 76525
CAS #: 95-85-2
UN #: 2673
EC Number: 202-458-9

  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, foam, powder, carbon dioxide.   

 AVOID ALL CONTACT!  
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation See Effects of short-term exposure.  Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Wear protective gloves when administering first aid. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness.  Wear safety goggles.  Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (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 and protective gloves. Sweep spilled substance into covered 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

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WARNING
Harmful if swallowed
Causes skin irritation
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Suspected of causing cancer 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: II 

STORAGE
Separated from oxidants and food and feedstuffs. 
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
2-AMINO-4-CHLOROPHENOL ICSC: 1652
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
BROWN CRYSTALLINE POWDER WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and nitrogen oxides. Reacts with oxidants. 

Formula: C6H6ClNO / HOC6H3(NH2)Cl
Molecular mass: 143.6
Melting point: 140°C
Solubility in water, g/l at 26°C: 3 (slightly soluble)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.2
Flash point: 170°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 500°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.24
Decomposes at 170°C 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
Exposure could cause formation of methaemoglobin. The substance is irritating to the skin. 

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

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
Environmental effects from the substance have not been investigated adequately. 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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