ANTHRANILIC ACID 1295
November 1998
2-Aminobenzoic acid
CAS No: 118-92-3
Carboxyaniline
RTECS No: CB2450000
1-Amino-2-carboxybenzene
UN No:
C7H7NO2
EC No:
Molecular mass: 137.1
TYPES OF
ACUTE HAZARDS/SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID/FIRE FIGHTING
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE
Combustible. Gives off irritating or NO open flames. Powder, water spray, foam, carbon
FIRE
toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. dioxide.
Finely dispersed particles form Prevent deposition of dust; closed
EXPLOSION
explosive mixtures in air. system, dust explosion-proof
electrical equipment and lighting.
EXPOSURE PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
Local exhaust or breathing Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical
Inhalation
protection. attention.
Protective gloves. Remove contaminated clothes.
Skin
Rinse and then wash skin with
water and soap.
Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Safety goggles, or eye protection in First rinse with plenty of water for
Eyes
combination with breathing several minutes (remove contact
protection if powder. lenses if easily possible), then take
to a doctor.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during Rinse mouth. Give plenty of water
Ingestion
work. to drink. Refer for medical
attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Remove all ignition sources. Sweep spilled Symbol
substance into covered containers; if appropriate, R:
moisten first to prevent dusting then remove to safe S:
place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the
environment.
EMERGENCY RESPONSE STORAGE
NFPA Code: H1; F1; R0; Separated from strong oxidants.
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1295 ANTHRANILIC ACID
IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance Routes of Exposure
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS TO YELLOW FLAKES OR The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of
WHITE TO YELLOW CRYSTALLINE POWDER its aerosol and by ingestion.
Physical Dangers Inhalation Risk
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed Evaporation at 20C is negligible; a nuisance-causing
with air. concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached
quickly.
Chemical Dangers
Effects of Short-term Exposure
On combustion, forms carbon monoxide, nitrogen oxides. The
solution in water is a weak acid. Reacts with oxidants causing The substance irritates the eyes.
fire hazard.
Occupational Exposure Limits
TLV not established.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting point: 146-148C Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.73
Density: 1.4 g/cm3 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20C (air = 1): 1.0
Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 25C: 0.6 Flash point: 150C
Vapour pressure, Pa at 52.6C: 0.1 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.99-1.3
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be
given to birds.
NOTES
Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated adequately. Vitamin L is a trade name.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
Neither the EC nor the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of the EC or the IPCS is responsible
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