MSDS for 4-Nitrobenzonitrile

XINGHUICHEM981006

**** SECTION 1 - CHEMICAL PRODUCT AND COMPANY IDENTIFICATION ****

MSDS Name: 4-Nitrobenzonitrile, 98.0%

Catalog Numbers: XH981006

Synonyms: P-Cyanonitrobenzene, 4-Cyanonitrobenzene, P- Nitrobenzonitrile

Company Identification: Changzhou Xinghui Chemical Co., Ltd.

Xinqiao town, Changzhou, Jiangsu,China

Tel:0086-519-85912897,5920258Fax:0086-519-85910153

E-mail:czxinhe@public.cz.js.cn

**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****

Hazard Symbols: T

Risk Phrases: 23/24/25

**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****

EMERGENCY OVERVIEW

Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.

Potential Health Effects

Eye: May cause eye irritation.

Skin: May cause skin irritation. Toxic in contact with skin.

Ingestion: Poison by ingestion.

Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Toxic if inhaled.

Chronic: No information found.

**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****

Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower lids. If irritation develops, get medical aid immediately.

Skin: Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Ingestion: Wash mouth out with water. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.

Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Notes to Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****

General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.

Extinguishing Media: In case of fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Autoignition Temperature: Not available.

Flash Point: Not available.

NFPA Rating: Not published.

Explosion Limits, Lower: Not available.

Upper: Not available.

**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****

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.

**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****

Handling: Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****

Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.

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 gloves to prevent skin exposure.

Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators: A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****

**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****

Chemical Stability: Not available.

Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials, dust generation, excess heat.

Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents, strong bases.

Hazardous Decomposition Products: Hydrogen cyanide, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.

**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

RTECS#: CAS# 619-72-7: DI4903500

LD50/LC50: CAS# 619-72-7: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 140 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 30mg/kg.

Carcinogenicity:

4-Nitrobenzonitrile - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.

Other: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.

**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****

Not available.

**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****

Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.

**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****

US DOT:Shipping Name: NITRILES, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.*

Hazard Class: 6.1

UN Number: 3276

Packing Group: II

IMO:Shipping Name: NITRILES, TOXIC, N.O.S.

Hazard Class: 6.1

UN Number: 3276

Packing Group: II

IATA:Shipping Name: NITRILES, SOLID, TOXIC, N.O.S.*

Hazard Class: 6.1

UN Number: 3276

Packing Group: II

RID/ADR: Shipping Name: NITRILES, TOXIC, N.O.S.

Dangerous Goods Code: 6.1(12B)

UN Number: 3276

Canadian TDG: No information available.

**** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION ****

European/International Regulations

European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives

Hazard Symbols: T

Risk Phrases: R 23/24/25Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.

Safety Phrases: S 36/37/39Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves and eye/face protection.

S 45In case of accident of if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).

S 28AAfter contact with skin, wash immediately with plenty of water.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

CAS# 619-72-7: No information available.

Canada

None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL/NDSL list.

CAS# 619-72-7 is not listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.

Exposure Limits

US FEDERAL

TSCA: CAS# 619-72-7 is listed on the TSCA inventory.

**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****

MSDS Creation Date 06/10/1998

The information above is believed to be accurate and represents the best information currently available to us. However, we make no warranty of merchantability or any other warranty, express or implied, with respect to such information, and we assume no liability resulting from its use. Users should make their own investigations to determine the suitability of the information for their particular purposes. In no way shall the company be liable for any claims, losses, or damages of any third party or for lost profits or any special, indirect, incidental, consequential or exemplary damages, howsoever arising, even if the company has been advised of the possibility of such damages.