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3-Methylbenzyl cyanide

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[Flash Point]

> 111
[Fire Fighting]

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
[Fire Potential]

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.
[Ingestion]

Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
[Inhalation]

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately.
[Skin]

Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
[Eyes]

Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.
[Storage]

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
[Handling]

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
[Ingestion]

Harmful if swallowed.
[Inhalation]

Harmful if inhaled.
[Skin]

May cause skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
[Eyes]

Lachrymator. Lachrymator.
[Hazards]

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.
[EC Risk Phrase]

R 20/21/22 36
[EC Safety Phrase]

S 26 36/37/39
[UN (DOT)]

2810
[Personal Protection]

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
[Respirators]

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.
[Appearance]

Light yellow - colorless liquid.
[Solubility in water]

Slightly soluble
[Boiling Point]

240
[Density]

1.0022 g/cm3 (22 C)
[Refractive Index]

1.5233 (20 C)
[Product Name]

3-Methylbenzyl cyanide
[Synonyms]

(3-Methylphenyl)acetonitrile
2-(3-Methylphenyl)acetonitrile
3-Methylbenzeneacetonitrile
3-Methylbenzyl cyanide
m-Methylbenzyl cyanide
m-Methylphenylacetonitrile
[CAS]

"CASEN_2947-60-6.htm">2947-60-6
[Formula]

C9H9N
[Molecular Weight]

131.16999999999999
[EINECS]

220-962-7
[Beilstein/Gmelin]

1099644
[Beilstein Reference]

4-09-00-01792
[Small spills/leaks]

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.
[Stability]

No data.
[Incompatibilities]

Strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, strong acids, strong bases.
[Decomposition]

Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
[Combustion Products]

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.
[UN Number]

2810
[Hazard Class]

6.1
[Packing Group]

I; II; III