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Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification |
MSDS Name: 2,5-Dinitrotoluene
Catalog Numbers:
AC408760000, AC408760050
Synonyms:
2,5-DNT; 2-Methyl-1,4-dinitrobenzene.
Company Identification:
Acros Organics N.V.
One Reagent Lane
Fair Lawn, NJ 07410
For information in North America, call: 800-ACROS-01
For emergencies in the US, call CHEMTREC: 800-424-9300
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Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
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| CAS# |
Chemical Name |
Percent |
EINECS/ELINCS |
| 619-15-8 |
2,5-Dinitrotoluene |
100 | 210-581-4 |
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Section 3 - Hazards Identification
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EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Appearance: yellow powder.
Caution! May cause eye and skin irritation. May be
harmful if swallowed. May cause respiratory tract irritation.
Possible risk of impaired fertility. May cause methemoglobinemia.
Target Organs: Blood, cardiovascular system,
reproductive system.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
May cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. Absorption into the body may cause
cyanosis (bluish discoloration of skin due to deficient oxygenation
of the blood).
Ingestion:
May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Methemoglobinemia is
characterized by dizziness, drowsiness, headache, shortness of
breath, cyanosis (bluish discoloration of skin due to deficient
oxygenation of the blood), rapid heart rate and chocolate-brown
colored blood. May be harmful if swallowed. May form methemoglobin
which in sufficient concentration causes cyanosis (bluish
discoloration of skin due to deficient oxygenation of the blood).
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. May cause methemoglobinemia,
cyanosis (bluish discoloration of skin due to deficient oxygenation
of the blood), convulsions, tachycardia, dyspnea (labored breathing),
and death. Methemoglobinemia is characterized by dizziness,
drowsiness, headache, shortness of breath, cyanosis (bluish
discoloration of skin due to deficient oxygenation of the blood),
rapid heart rate and chocolate-brown blood.
Chronic:
May cause methemoglobinemia, which is characterized by
chocolate-brown colored blood, headache, weakness, dizziness, breath
shortness, cyanosis (bluish skin due to deficient oxygenation of
blood), rapid heart rate, unconsciousness and possible death. May
cause cancer according to animal studies.
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Section 4 - First Aid Measures
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Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally
lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15
minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing
before reuse.
Ingestion:
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical
aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and
drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation.
Notes to Physician:
For methemoglobinemia, administer oxygen alone or with Methylene
Blue depending on the methemoglobin concentration in the blood.
Antidote:
Methylene blue, alone or in combination with oxygen is indicated as
a treatment in nitrite induced methemoglobinemia.
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Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
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General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases
may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water
with caution and in flooding amounts. Containers may explode when
heated. Combustible material; may burn but does not ignite readily.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT get water inside containers. For small fires, use dry
chemical, carbon dioxide, or water spray. For large fires, use water
spray, fog or regular foam. Cool containers with flooding quantities
of water until well after fire is out.
Flash Point: Not applicable.
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Explosion Limits, Lower:Not available.
Upper: Not available.
NFPA Rating:
(estimated) Health: 2; Flammability: 1; Instability: 0
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Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
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General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal
container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to
waterways. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the
Protective Equipment section. Avoid generating dusty conditions.
Provide ventilation.
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Section 7 - Handling and Storage
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Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust
generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and
clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and
inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
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Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
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Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other
engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended
exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should
be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Exposure Limits
| Chemical Name |
ACGIH |
NIOSH |
OSHA - Final PELs |
| 2,5-Dinitrotoluene
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none listed
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none listed
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none listed
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| Dinitrotoluene (mixed isomers)
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0.2 mg/m3 TWA; Skin - potential significant contribution to overall exposure by the cutaneous r oute
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1.5 mg/m3 TWA 50 mg/m3 IDLH
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1.5 mg/m3 TWA
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OSHA Vacated PELs:
2,5-Dinitrotoluene:
No OSHA Vacated PELs are listed for this chemical.
Dinitrotoluene (mixed isomers):
1.5 mg/m3 TWA
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29
CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European
Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace
conditions warrant respirator use.
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Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
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Physical State: Powder
Appearance: yellow
Odor: toluene-like odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Vapor Density: Not available.
Evaporation Rate:Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point:53 deg C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: Not available.
Specific Gravity/Density:1.2800g/cm3
Molecular Formula:C7H6N2O4
Molecular Weight:182.14
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Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
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Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat, strong
oxidants.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Metals, strong oxidizing agents, caustics (e.g. ammonia, ammonium
hydroxide, calcium hydroxide, potassium hydroxide, sodium hydroxide).
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and
gases, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
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Section 11 - Toxicological Information
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RTECS#:
CAS# 619-15-8:
XT1750000
CAS# 25321-14-6:
XT1300000
LD50/LC50:
CAS# 619-15-8:
Draize test,
rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Moderate;
Oral, mouse: LD50 = 652 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 517 mg/kg;
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CAS# 25321-14-6:
Oral, mouse:
LD50 = 750 mg/kg;
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Carcinogenicity:
CAS# 619-15-8:
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NTP, or CA Prop 65.
CAS# 25321-14-6:
- ACGIH:
A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans
- California:
carcinogen, initial date 5/1/96
- NTP:
Not listed.
- IARC:
Not listed.
Epidemiology:
No information found
Teratogenicity:
No information found
Reproductive Effects:
No information found
Mutagenicity:
Mutagenic effects have occurred in experimental animals.
Neurotoxicity:
No information found
Other Studies:
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Section 12 - Ecological Information
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Ecotoxicity:
No data available.
No information available.
Environmental:
Terrestrial: Expected to have moderate mobility and may leach to
groundwater. Aquatic: Will not be expected to bioconcentrate in
aquatic organisms but may moderately sorb to sediment. Atmospheric:
May be susceptible to direct photolysis based on the behavior in
water of 2,4-dinitrotoluene which had sunlight photolysis half-lives
of 43 hr in distilled water and 2.7, 9.6, and 3.7 hr in river, bay
and pond waters, respectively.
Physical:
Expected to biodegrade but not bioconcentrate.
Other:
For more information, see "HANDBOOK OF ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND
EXPOSURE DATA."
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Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
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Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified
as a hazardous waste.
US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3.
Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to
ensure complete and accurate classification.
RCRA P-Series: None listed.
RCRA U-Series: None listed.
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Section 14 - Transport Information
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US DOT |
Canada TDG |
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Not regulated as a hazardous material |
No information available. |
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Section 15 - Regulatory Information
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US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 619-15-8 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 25321-14-6 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
Health & Safety Reporting List
None of the chemicals are on the Health & Safety Reporting List.
Chemical Test Rules
None of the chemicals in this product are under a Chemical Test Rule.
Section 12b
None of the chemicals are listed under TSCA Section 12b.
TSCA Significant New Use Rule
None of the chemicals in this material have a SNUR under TSCA.
CERCLA Hazardous Substances and corresponding RQs
CAS# 25321-14-6: 10 lb final RQ; 4.54 kg final RQ
SARA Section 302 Extremely Hazardous Substances
None of the chemicals in this product have a TPQ.
Section 313
This material contains
Dinitrotoluene (mixed isomers) (CAS# 25321-14-6, -%),which is
subject to the reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title
Clean Air Act:
This material does not contain any hazardous air pollutants.
This material does not contain any Class 1 Ozone depletors.
This material does not contain any Class 2 Ozone depletors.
Clean Water Act:
CAS# 25321-14-6 is listed as a Hazardous Substance under the CWA.
None of the chemicals in this
product are listed as Priority Pollutants under the CWA.
CAS# 25321-14-6 is listed as a Toxic Pollutant under the Clean Water
Act.
OSHA:
None of the chemicals in this product
are considered highly hazardous by OSHA.
STATE
CAS# 619-15-8 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California.
CAS# 25321-14-6 can be found on the
following state right to know lists: California, New Jersey,
Pennsylvania, Minnesota, Massachusetts.
California Prop 65
WARNING: This product contains Dinitrotoluene (mixed isomers), a
chemical known to the state of California to cause cancer.
WARNING: This product contains Dinitrotoluene (mixed isomers), a
chemical known to the state of California to cause male reproductive
toxicity.
California No Significant Risk Level:
None of the chemicals in this product are listed.
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols:
T N
Risk Phrases:
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if
swallowed.
R 45 May cause cancer.
R 48/22 Harmful : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged
exposure if swallowed.
R 62 Possible risk of impaired fertility.
R 51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse
effects in the aquatic environment.
Safety Phrases:
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice
immediately (show the label where possible).
S 53 Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
S 61 Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions
/safety data sheets.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 619-15-8: 3
CAS# 25321-14-6: No information available.
Canada - DSL/NDSL
CAS# 25321-14-6 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 619-15-8 is listed on Canada's NDSL List.
Canada - WHMIS
This product has a WHMIS classification of D2A, D2B.
This product has been classified in accordance with the hazard
criteria of the Controlled Products Regulations and the MSDS
contains all of the information required by those regulations.
Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List
CAS# 25321-14-6 is listed on the Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List.
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Section 16 - Additional Information
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MSDS Creation Date: 9/02/1997
Revision #7 Date: 3/15/2007
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