International Chemical Safety Cards

2,6-DIAMINOTOLUENE ICSC: 0340

2,6-DIAMINOTOLUENE
2-Methyl-1,3-benzenediamine
1,3-Diamino-2-methylbenzene
2-Methyl-m-phenylenediamine
C6H3CH3(NH2)2
Molecular mass: 122
CAS # 823-40-5
RTECS # XS9750000
ICSC # 0340
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible.
NO open flames.
In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION


 
EXPOSURE
AVOID ALL CONTACT!

INHALATION Blue lips or finger nails. Blue skin. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Shortness of breath.
Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated.
SKIN Redness.
Protective gloves.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
EYES Redness. Pain.
Safety goggles.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Laboured breathing (further see Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water to drink.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: A/P2 filter respirator for organic vapour and harmful dust).


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ICSC: 0340 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

2,6-DIAMINOTOLUENE ICSC: 0340

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS , TURNS BROWN ON EXPOSURE TO AIR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
On combustion, forms toxic fumes of nitogen oxides.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


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

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the blood , resulting in formation of methaemoglobin.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. May cause genetic damage in humans. May cause reproductive toxicity in humans.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point: 289°C
Melting point: 105-106°C
 Solubility in water: poor
Vapour pressure, kPa at 150°C: 2.13
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
NOTES
Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0340 2,6-DIAMINOTOLUENE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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