International Chemical Safety Cards

2,3-DICHLOROANILINE ICSC: 0140
2,3-DICHLOROANILINE
2,3-Dichlorobenzene amide
2,3-Dichlorobenzene amine
(C6H3)Cl2(NH2)
Molecular mass: 162.0
CAS # 608-27-5
ICSC # 0140
UN # 1590
EC # 612-010-00-8
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

INHALATION Blue lips or finger nails. Blue skin. Convulsions. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Headache. Shortness of breath. Vomiting. Weakness.
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness (further see Inhalation).
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention.
EYES Redness. Pain.
Safety goggles or face shield.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Abdominal pain (further see Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Give plenty of water to drink. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Do NOT wash away into sewer. Sweep spilled substance into containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles).
Separated from food and feedstuffs.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T symbol
R: 23/24/25-33
S: 28-36/37-44
UN Haz Class: 6.1
UN Pack Group: II
Marine pollutant.
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0140 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

2,3-DICHLOROANILINE ICSC: 0140

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes (nitrous oxides, hydrogen chloride - see ICSC # 0163).

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.
MAK not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and through the skin, and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The hot liquid may cause severe skin burns.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys and also the blood system , resulting in forming of methaemoglobin.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 252°C
Melting point: 24°C
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C		 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.6
Flash point: >112°C (c.c.)
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.78
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to water organisms.
NOTES
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0140 2,3-DICHLOROANILINE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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