MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET

(MSDS)
M-TOLUOYL CHLORIDE
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: M-TOLUOYL CHLORIDE, 99%
Catalog Numbers: 15341-0000, 15341-0050, 15341-1000, 15341-5000
Synonyms: 3-Methylbenzoyl chloride
Company Identification: Shanghai Sunivo Supply Chain Management Co., Ltd.
Tel: +86 21 3393 3299
Fax: +86 21 5830 7878
URL: www.sunivo.com
Address: Room 502, Building 5, Lane 289 Bisheng Rd., Pudong District, Shanghai, 201204
- P.R. of China
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS# Chemical Name: % EINECS#
1711-06-4 M-TOLUOYL CHLORIDE, 99% 99% 216-976-8
Hazard Symbols: C
Risk Phrases: 34
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Causes burns.Mutagen.Moisture sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: Causes eye burns. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears).
Skin: Causes skin burns.
Ingestion: Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
Inhalation: Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
Chronic:
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids.
Skin: Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing
contaminated clothing and shoes.
Ingestion: Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water.
Inhalation: Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately.
Notes to Physician:
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
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Extinguishing Media: Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use foam, dry chemical, or
carbon dioxide.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section
8.
Spills/Leaks: Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth),
then place in suitable container.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or
on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.
Storage: Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives
area.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations
below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 1711-06-4:

Personal Protective Equipment

Eyes: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Skin: Wear safety glasses and chemical goggles if splashing is possible.
Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to minimize contact with skin.
Respirators: Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece
airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Clear liquid
Color: clear colorless - light brown
Odor: Not available
pH: Not available
Vapor Pressure: Not available
Viscosity: Not available
Boiling Point: 86 deg C @ 5.00mmHg ( 186.80F)
Freezing/Melting Point: 0 deg C ( 32.00F)
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Autoignition Temperature: Not available

Flash Point: 76 deg C ( 168.80 deg F)
Explosion Limits: Lower: Not available
Explosion Limits: Upper: Not available
Decomposition Temperature: Not available
Solubility in water: decomposes
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.1730g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C8H7ClO
Molecular Weight: 154.60
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials Water, water, strong bases, alcohols.
Hazardous Decomposition Products Hydrogen chloride, phosgene, carbon monoxide,
carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization Has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#: CAS# 1711-06-4: DM6644000
LD50/LC50: RTECS:
CAS# 1711-06-4: Oral, mouse: LD50 = 1860 mg/kg;
Oral, rat: LD50 = 3440 mg/kg;
.
Carcinogenicity: M-TOLUOYL CHLORIDE, 99% - Not listed as a carcinogen by ACGIH, IARC,
NTP, or CA Prop 65.
Other: See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
Not available Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
IATA IMO RID/ADR
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.*
LIQUID, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 8 8 8
UN Number: 1760 1760 1760
Packing Group: II II II

CORROSIVE LIQUID, N.O.S.

CORROSIVE

Section 15 - Regulatory Information

European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: C
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Risk Phrases:
R 34 Causes burns.
Safety Phrases:
S 24/25 Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

WGK (Water Danger/Protection)

CAS# 1711-06-4: 1
Canada
CAS# 1711-06-4 is listed on Canada's NDSL List

US Federal
TSCA
CAS# 1711-06-4 is listed on the TSCA Inventory.

Section 16 - Other Information

MSDS Creation Date: 7/16/1996
Revision #0 Date Original. Disclaimer:
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SUNIVO provides the information contained herein in good faith but
makes no representation as to its comprehensiveness or accuracy. This
document is intended only as a guide to the appropriate precautionary
handling of the material by a properly trained person using this product.
Individuals receiving the information must exercise their independent
judgment in determining its appropriateness for a particular purpose.
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