4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid

 

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Section2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Classification of the substance or mixture 
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [EU-GHS/CLP] 
Acute toxicity, Oral (Category 4) 
Eye irritation (Category 2) 
Skin sensitization (Category 1) 
Classification according to EU Directives 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC 
Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes. May cause sensitization by skin contact. 
Label elements 
Labelling according Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 [CLP] 
Pictogram 
Signal wordWarning 
Hazard statement(s) 
H302Harmful if swallowed. 
H317May cause an allergic skin reaction. 
H319Causes serious eye irritation. 
Precautionary statement(s) 
P280Wear protective gloves. 
P305 + P351 + P338IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove 
contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. 
Supplemental Hazardnone 
Statements 
According to European Directive 67/548/EEC as amended. 
Hazard symbol(s) 
R-phrase(s) 
R22Harmful if swallowed. 
R36Irritating to eyes. 
R43May cause sensitization by skin contact. 
S-phrase(s) 
S26In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and 
seek medical advice. 
S36Wear suitable protective clothing. 
Other hazards - none 

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Section3. COMPOSITION/INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Substances 
Formula: C8H4F3NO4 
Molecular Weight: 235,12 g/mol 
ComponentConcentration 
4-Nitro-2-(trifluoromethyl)benzoic acid 
CAS-No.320-37-6- 

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Section4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Description of first aid measures 
General advice 
Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance. 
If inhaled 
If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician. 
In case of skin contact 
Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician. 
In case of eye contact 
Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician. 
If swallowed 
Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician. 
Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed 
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been 
thoroughly investigated. 
Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed 
no data available 

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Section5. FIREFIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media 
Suitable extinguishing media 
Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide. 
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture 
Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen fluoride 
Advice for firefighters 
Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary. 
Further information 
no data available 

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Section6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures 
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure 
adequate ventilation. Avoid breathing dust. 
Environmental precautions 
Do not let product enter drains. 
Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up 
Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed 
containers for disposal. 
Reference to other sections 
For disposal see section 13. 

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Section7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Precautions for safe handling 
Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. 
Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire 
protection. 
Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities 
Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. 
Specific end uses 
no data available 

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Section8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
Control parameters 
Components with workplace control parameters 
Exposure controls 
Appropriate engineering controls 
Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Wash hands before breaks and 
at the end of workday. 
Personal protective equipment 
Eye/face protection 
Face shield and safety glasses Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under 
appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). 
Skin protection 
Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique 
(without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of 
contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. 
Wash and dry hands. 
The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and 
the standard EN 374 derived from it. 
Body Protection 
Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected 
according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace. 
Respiratory protection 
For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher 
level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. 
Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards 
such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU). 

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Section9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Information on basic physical and chemical properties 
a) AppearanceForm: solid 
b) Odourno data available 
c) Odour Thresholdno data available 
d) pHno data available 
e) Melting point/freezingMelting point/range: 138 - 142 °C - lit. 
point 
f) Initial boiling point and no data available 
boiling range 
g) Flash pointno data available 
h) Evaporation rateno data available 
i) Flammability (solid, gas) no data available 
j) Upper/lowerno data available 
flammability or 
explosive limits 
k) Vapour pressureno data available 
l) Vapour densityno data available 
m) Relative densityno data available 
n) Water solubilityno data available 
o) Partition coefficient: n- log Pow: 2,403 
octanol/water 
p) Autoignitionno data available 
temperature 
q) Decompositionno data available 
temperature 
r) Viscosityno data available 
s) Explosive propertiesno data available 
t) Oxidizing propertiesno data available 
Other safety information 
no data available 

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Section10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Reactivity 
no data available 
Chemical stability 
no data available 
Possibility of hazardous reactions 
no data available 
Conditions to avoid 
no data available 
Incompatible materials 
Oxidizing agents 
Hazardous decomposition products 
Other decomposition products - no data available 

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Section11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Information on toxicological effects 
Acute toxicity 
no data available 
Skin corrosion/irritation 
no data available 
Serious eye damage/eye irritation 
no data available 
Respiratory or skin sensitization 
May cause allergic skin reaction. 
Germ cell mutagenicity 
no data available 
Carcinogenicity 
IARC:No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as 
probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC. 
Reproductive toxicity 
no data available 
Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure 
no data available 
Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure 
no data available 
Aspiration hazard 
no data available 
Potential health effects 
InhalationMay be harmful if inhaled. May cause respiratory tract irritation. 
IngestionHarmful if swallowed. 
SkinMay be harmful if absorbed through skin. May cause skin irritation. 
EyesCauses serious eye irritation. 
Signs and Symptoms of Exposure 
To the best of our knowledge, the chemical, physical, and toxicological properties have not been 
thoroughly investigated. 
Additional Information 
RTECS: Not available 

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Section12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Toxicity 
no data available 
Persistence and degradability 
no data available 
Bioaccumulative potential 
no data available 
Mobility in soil 
no data available 
Results of PBT and vPvB assessment 
no data available 
Other adverse effects 
no data available 

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Section13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Waste treatment methods 
Product 
Offer surplus and non-recyclable solutions to a licensed disposal company. Contact a licensed 
professional waste disposal service to dispose of this material. Dissolve or mix the material with a 
combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. 
Contaminated packaging 
Dispose of as unused product. 

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Section14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN number 
ADR/RID: -IMDG: -IATA: - 
UN proper shipping name 
ADR/RID: Not dangerous goods 
IMDG: Not dangerous goods 
IATA:Not dangerous goods 
Transport hazard class(es) 
ADR/RID: -IMDG: -IATA: - 
Packaging group 
ADR/RID: -IMDG: -IATA: - 
Environmental hazards 
ADR/RID: noIMDG Marine pollutant: noIATA: no 
Special precautions for user 
no data available 

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SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
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SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
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