3,3'-Dimethylbenzidine [o-Tolidine]
NIOSH Potential Occupational Carcinogen
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Health Hazard
Environment
Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H302 |
Harmful if swallowed | Acute toxicity, oral |
H341 |
Suspected of causing genetic defects | Germ cell mutagenicity |
H350 |
May cause cancer | Carcinogenicity |
H373 |
May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
H401 |
Toxic to aquatic life | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard |
H411 |
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P273 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P301+P317 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P330 |
Rinse mouth. |
P391 |
Collect spillage. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| NIOSH REL | Ceiling: 0.02 mg-m3 |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
White to reddish crystals or powder.
| Boiling Point | 392°F |
| Flash Point | 471°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 1x10-6 mmHg (est) |
| Specific Gravity | 1 |
Synonyms
4,4'-diamino-3,3'-dimethylbiphenyl; diaminoditolyl; 3,3'-dimethylbenzidine; 3,3'-dimethyl-4,4'-diphenyldiamine; 3,3'-tolidine
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 8413
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
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