o-Chlorotoluene
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Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H226 |
Flammable liquid and vapor | Flammable liquids |
H303 |
May be harmful if swallowed | Acute toxicity, oral |
H316 |
Causes mild skin irritation | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H320 |
Causes eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H336 |
May cause drowsiness or dizziness | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects |
H361 |
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child | Reproductive toxicity |
H371 |
May cause damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H373 |
May causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P210 |
Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. |
P233 |
Keep container tightly closed. |
P240 |
Ground/bond container and receiving equipment. |
P241 |
Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment. |
P242 |
Use only non-sparking tools. |
P243 |
Take precautionary measures against static discharge. |
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. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P301+P317 |
IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help. |
P303+P361+P353 |
IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water [or shower]. |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
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. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P332+P317 |
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P370+P378 |
In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P403+P235 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| NIOSH REL | 50 ppm |
| NIOSH STEL | 75 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Colorless liquid with an aromatic odor.
| Boiling Point | 318.2°F |
| Flash Point | 126°F |
| Vapor Pressure | 4 mmHg at 77°F |
| Specific Gravity | 1.08 |
NFPA 704 Diamond
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Health
Fire
Reactivity
Target Organs
CNS depression
Synonyms
1-chloro-2-methylbenzene; 2-chloro-1-methylbenzene; 2-chlorotoluene; o-tolyl chloride
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 7238
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
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