m-Phenylenediamine
- 1,3-Phenylenediamine
m-Phenylenediamine | |
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| Formula | 1,3-(NH2)2C6H4 |
| Structure | |
| Description | White crystalline solid becoming red on exposure to air. |
| Uses | Manufacture dyes, rubber curing agents, ion exchange resins, decolorizing resins, formaldehyde condensates, resinous polyamides, block polymers, textile fibers, urethanes, petroleum additives, rubber chemicals, in corrosion inhibitors, in photography, as reagent for gold & bromine. |
| Registry Numbers and Inventories. | |
| CAS | 108-45-2 |
| EC (EINECS/ELINCS) | 203-584-7 |
| EC Index Number | 612-147-00-3 |
| EC Class | Mutagenic Category 3; Toxic; Irritant; Sensitising; Dangerous for the Environment |
| EC Risk Phrase | R 23/24/25 36 40 43 50/53 68 |
| EC Safety Phrase | S 28 36/37 45 60 61 |
| RTECS | SS7700000 |
| RTECS class | Tumorigen; Mutagen; Reproductive Effector; Primary Irritant |
| UN (DOT) | 1673 |
| Merck | 12,7437 |
| Beilstein/Gmelin | 471357 |
| Beilstein Reference | 4-13-00-00079 |
| Swiss Giftliste 1 | G-4892 |
| Canada DSL/NDSL | DSL |
| US TSCA | Listed |
| Austrailia AICS | Listed |
| New Zealand | Listed |
| Japan ENCS (MITI) | Listed |
| Korea ECL | Listed |
| Properties. | |
| Formula | C6H8N2 |
| Formula mass | 108.14 |
| Melting point, °C | 63 - 64 |
| Boiling point, °C | 282 |
| Vapor pressure, mmHg | 0.003 (25 C) |
| Vapor density (air=1) | 3.7 |
| Density | 1.1421 g/cm3 (10 C) |
| Solubility in water | Very soluble |
| Viscosity | 1.75 cp (125 C) |
| Refractive index | 1.62558 (57.7 C) |
| pKa/pKb | 9.02 (pKb) |
| Partition coefficient, pKow | -0.33 |
| Heat of fusion | 12.0 kJ/mol |
| Heat of vaporization | 52.2 kJ/mol |
| Heat of combustion | -3498 kJ/mol |
| Hazards and Protection. | |
| Storage | Store in a tightly closed container. Store protected from light. Store in a cool, dry area away from incompatible substances. |
| Handling | Wash thoroughly after handling. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use with adequate ventilation. Store protected from light. |
| 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. |
| Small spills/leaks | Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation. |
| Disposal code | 9 |
| Stability | Unstable in air |
| Incompatibilities | Strong oxidizing agents. |
| Decomposition | Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide. |
| Fire. | ||||
| Flash Point,°C | 148 | |||
| Autoignition, °C | 560 | |||
| Upper exp. limit, % | 9.8 | |||
| Lower exp. limit, % | 1.3 | |||
| Fire fighting | Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam. | |||
| Fire potential | This chemical is combustible. | |||
| Hazards | Dust may form explosive mixtures in air | |||
| Combustion products | Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases. | |||
| Health. | |
| Poison_Class | 3 |
| Exposure effects | Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. |
| Ingestion | Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May cause liver and kidney damage. |
| Inhalation | Dust is irritating to the respiratory tract. |
| Skin | Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin in harmful amounts. |
| Eyes | May cause eye irritation. May result in corneal injury. |
First aid |
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| Ingestion | If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid. Wash mouth out with water. |
| Inhalation | Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. |
| Skin | Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. |
| Eyes | Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. |
| Transport. | ||
| UN number | 1673 | |
| Response guide | 153 | |
| Hazard class | 6.1 | |
| Packing Group | III | |
| USCG Compatatibility Group | 9. Aromatic amines | |
| HS Code | 2921 51 19 | |
| Std. Transport # | 4925176 | |