| [Flash Point] 87 | |
| [Fire Fighting] Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. To extinguish fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam. | |
| [Fire Potential] Combustible solid. | |
| [Ingestion] If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Inhalation] Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid if cough or other symptoms appear. | |
| [Skin] Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water. | |
| [Eyes] Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately. | |
| [Storage] Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. | |
| [Handling] Wash thoroughly after handling. Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. | |
| [Ingestion] May cause irritation of the digestive tract. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. May be harmful if swallowed. | |
| [Inhalation] May cause respiratory tract irritation. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated. | |
| [Skin] May cause skin irritation. | |
| [Eyes] May cause eye irritation. | |
| [EC Risk Phrase] R 22 | |
| [EC Safety Phrase] S 36/37 | |
| [Personal Protection] Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. 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. | |
| [Poison Class] 4 | |
| [Appearance] Solid. | |
| [Solubility in water] Insoluble | |
| [Melting Point] 19 - 21 | |
| [Boiling Point] 207 | |
| [Vapor Pressure] 0.34 (25 C) | |
| [Density] 1.1004 g/cm3 (4 C) | |
| [Partition Coefficient] 1.96 | |
| [Heat Of Vaporization] 42.4 kJ/mol | |
| [Heat Of Combustion] -4287 kJ/mol | |
| [Usage] A building block for the organic synthesis of other aromatic compounds. | |
| [Refractive Index] 1.5827 (21 C) | |
| [Product Name] 1,2-Dimethoxybenzene | |
| [Synonyms] o-Dimethoxybenzene Pyrocatechol dimethyl ether Synthol Veratrole | |
| [CAS] "CASEN_91-16-7.htm">91-16-7 | |
| [Formula] C8H10O2 | |
| [Molecular Weight] 138.16999999999999 | |
| [EINECS] 202-045-3 | |
| [RTECS] CZ6475000 | |
| [RTECS Class] Other | |
| [Merck] 12,10089 | |
| [Beilstein/Gmelin] 1364621 | |
| [Beilstein Reference] 4-06-00-05564 | |
| [EC Class] harmful | |
| [Small spills/leaks] Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. | |
| [Disposal Code] 1 | |
| [Stability] Stable under normal temperatures and pressures. | |
| [Incompatibilities] Strong oxidizing agents - strong acids. | |
| [Decomposition] Carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. | |
| [HS Code] 2909 30 90 |