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N-NITROSODIPHENYLAMINEICSC: 0526 (November 2003)
Diphenylnitrosamine
N-Nitroso-N-phenyl benzenamine
N-nitroso-N-phenylaniline
Nitrous diphenylamide
CAS #: 86-30-6
EC Number: 201-663-0

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

   
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation   Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes   Wear safety goggles.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion   Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
 

STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. 
PACKAGING
 
N-NITROSODIPHENYLAMINE ICSC: 0526
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW FLAKES. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on burning. This produces nitrogen oxides. Reacts vigorously with oxidants. 

Formula: C12H10N2O
Molecular mass: 198.2
Boiling point: 101°C
Melting point: 66.5°C
Density: 1.23 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.57/3.13  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
 

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK: carcinogen category: 3 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in fish. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. 

NOTES
Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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