m-Phenylenediamine

CAS 108-45-2 C₆H₈N₂ MW 108.1400 Danger
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Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H301 Toxic if swallowed Acute toxicity, oral
H312 Harmful in contact with skin Acute toxicity, dermal
H315 Causes skin irritation Skin corrosion/irritation
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction Sensitization, Skin
H319 Causes serious eye irritation Serious eye damage/eye irritation
H341 Suspected of causing genetic defects Germ cell mutagenicity
H361 Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Reproductive toxicity
H371 May cause damage to organs Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure
H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure
H373 May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure

Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P261 Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling.
P264+P265 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P301+P316 IF SWALLOWED: Get emergency medical help immediately.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/...
P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing.
P308+P316 IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately.
P317 Get emergency medical help.
P318 if exposed or concerned, get medical advice.
P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell.
P321 Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P332+P317 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
P333+P317 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical help.
P337+P317 If eye irritation persists: Get medical help.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Physical Properties

Colorless or white colored needles that turn red or purple in air.

Boiling Point540-543°F
Flash Point280°F
Vapor Pressure1 mmHg at 211.6°F, 0.0018 mmHg at 77°F
Specific Gravity1.0696 at 136°F

Synonyms

3-aminoaniline; m-benzenediamine; 1,3-benzenediamine; m-diaminobenzene; 1,3-diaminobenzene; 1,3-phenylenediamine; Developer C; Developer H; Developer M; Direct Brown GG; Direct Brown B

Data Sources

Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.

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