ICSC 0508 - 4,4'-METHYLENE BIS(2-CHLOROANILINE)

4,4'-METHYLENE BIS(2-CHLOROANILINE)	ICSC: 0508 (April 2013)
Benzenamine, 4,4'-methylenebis(2-chloro-) 2,2'-Dichloro-4,4'-methylenedianiline 4,4'-Diamino-3,3'-dichlorodiphenylmethane MOCA; MBOCA

CAS #: 101-14-4

UN #: 3077

EC Number: 202-918-9

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Use water spray, dry powder, carbon dioxide.

AVOID ALL CONTACT! PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Further see Ingestion.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED!	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety goggles or face shield.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion	Headache. Dizziness.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.	According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER Harmful if swallowed Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer May cause damage to blood Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 9; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING

4,4'-METHYLENE BIS(2-CHLOROANILINE)

ICSC: 0508

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS CRYSTALS OR LIGHT BROWN PELLETS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes above 200°C . This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and nitrogen oxides. The substance is a weak base. Reacts with strong acids, strong bases and alkaline earth metals.	Formula: C₁₃H₁₂Cl₂N₂ Molecular mass: 267.2 Melting point: 110°C Decomposes at 202°C Flash point: 113°C c.c. Density: 1.44 g/cm³ Solubility in water: none Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.94 Vapour pressure: negligible

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS OR LIGHT BROWN PELLETS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes above 200°C . This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and nitrogen oxides. The substance is a weak base. Reacts with strong acids, strong bases and alkaline earth metals.

Formula: C₁₃H₁₂Cl₂N₂
Molecular mass: 267.2
Melting point: 110°C
Decomposes at 202°C
Flash point: 113°C c.c.
Density: 1.44 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.94
Vapour pressure: negligible

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of dust, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance may cause effects on the blood.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure This substance is carcinogenic to humans.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of dust, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance may cause effects on the blood.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
This substance is carcinogenic to humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 0.01 ppm as TWA; (skin); A2 (suspected human carcinogen); BEI issued. MAK: skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 2. EU-OEL: 0.01 mg/m³ as TWA; (skin)

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in aquatic organisms and plants. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment because it is persistent.

NOTES
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Specific treatment is necessary in case of poisoning with this substance; the appropriate means with instructions must be available. Do NOT take working clothes home.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T, N; R: 45-22-50/53; S: 53-45-60-61; Note: E

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