Detailed Product Description
2-Nitrotoluene 88-72-2
Cas no.:88-72-2
M.F.:C7H7NO2
Pale yellow transparent liquid
2-Nitrotoluene 88-72-2
Cas no.:88-72-2
M.F.:C7H7NO2
Pale yellow transparent liquid
2-Nitrotoluene 88-72-2
| Chemical Properties |
light yellow to darker yellow-green liquid |
| General Description |
Light yellow oily liquid with a characteristic odor of aromatic nitro compounds. Sinks in water. Derived from toluene by nitration and separation by fractional distillation. Flash point 223°F. |
| Air & Water Reactions |
Insoluble in water. |
| Reactivity Profile |
2-Nitrotoluene is toxic by inhalation, ingestion and skin aborption, targeting the blood, central nervous system, skin, and gastrointestinal tract. Symptoms include, anoxia, weakness or dizziness, nausea and vomiting. If 2-Nitrotoluene contacts the eye, the eye should be irrigated immediately. If 2-Nitrotoluene contacts the skin, the area should be washed with soap. If inhaled, respiratory support should be administered. Finally, if ingested, medical attention should be sought. 2-Nitrotoluene also reacts with sulfuric acid, sodium hydroxide, hydrogen, sodium, tetranitromethane, reducing agents and strong oxidizers. 2-Nitrotoluene is very heat sensitive. |
| Health Hazard |
INHALATION, INGESTION, OR SKIN: Headache, flushing of face, dizziness, dyspnea (difficult breathing), cyanosis, nausea, vomiting, muscular weakness, increased pulse and respiratory rate, irritability, and convulsions. SKIN: Irritation. |
