2-METHYLACETANILIDE

IUPAC Name: N-(2-Methylphenyl)acetamide
CAS: 120-66-1
Formula: C₉H₁₁NO
Molecular Weight: 149.19
Molecular Structure of N-(2-Methylphenyl)acetamide (CAS NO.120-66-1):

Density: 1.074 g/cm³ 
Flash Point: 166.8 °C
Boiling Point: 296 °C at 760 mmHg
Melting Point: 109-112 °C    
Index of Refraction: 1.567 
Molar Refractivity: 45.34 cm³ 
Molar Volume: 138.7 cm³ 
Polarizability: 17.97×10^-24cm³ 
Surface Tension: 39.8 dyne/cm 
Enthalpy of Vaporization: 53.57 kJ/mol 
Appearance: white to off-white crystalline powder
Vapour Pressure: 0.00147 mmHg at 25°C 
Water Solubility: 1.438e+004(mg/L) at 25°C 
Product Categories: anilines, amides & amines.

Reported in EPA TSCA Inventory.

Moderately toxic by ingestion. Mutation data reported. See also p-ACETOTOLUIDIDE. When heated to decomposition it emits toxic fumes of NO_x.
Safety Information about  N-(2-Methylphenyl)acetamide (CAS NO.120-66-1):
Hazard Codes: 
Xn:
Risk Statements about  N-(2-Methylphenyl)acetamide (CAS NO.120-66-1):
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
R22: Harmful if swallowed.
Safety Statements about  N-(2-Methylphenyl)acetamide (CAS NO.120-66-1):
S37/39: Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S36: Wear suitable protective clothing.
RTECS: AN2900000
Hazard Note: Harmful

  N-(2-Methylphenyl)acetamide with CAS number of 120-66-1 is also called for Acetamide,N-(2-methylphenyl)- ; Acet-o-toluidide ; N-(2-methylphenyl)-acetamid ; N-(2-Methylphenyl)acetamide ; N-(2-Methyl-phenyl)acetamide ; O-tolylacetamide ; O-methylacetanilide ; N-acetyl-o-toluidine . Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. Cause respiratory tract irritation. May be harmful if inhaled. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.