2-Chloropyridine (2-PCl)
Product Safety Summary Report
Product(Chemical) Name
Molecular Formula
Molecular weight
Synonyms
CAS Number
CAS Name
EC(ENICS) Number
2-Chloropyridine
C5H4NCl
113.55
o-Chloropyridine;alpha-chloropyridine
109-09-1
2-Chloropyridine
203-646-3.
1. Physical / Chemical Properties
It is Colorless to pale yellow clear transparent liquid. It is combustible material and
slightly soluble in water. It causes skin and eye irritation and has irritating odor. Melting
point of compound is (-)46 ◦C. This is sparingly soluble in water and miscible with most
Organic solvents. pH of 10% aqueous solution of 2-Chloropyridine is 5.8 to 6.2.Specific
gravity is 1.205 and Vapor pressure is 2.18 mm Hg @25◦C.Boiling point of this
compound is 168-170◦C @760 mm Hg. Flash point is 65◦C and Pka is 0.49 @25 oC.Log
Koc is 1.72 of this compound.Log Kow(Octanol/water) is 1.45.
2. Uses and Applications
It is used as an intermediate in pharmaceuticals and pesticides. It is also used as
intermediate of antiseptic, insecticide and organic synthesis.
3. Health Effects
It is fatal in contact with Skin and if inhaled. On swallowing it has a toxic effect.
It is irritating to skin and eyes. It is also irritation to tissues of the mucous membranes and
upper respiratory tract.
4. Environmental Effects
Based on the Log Kow and Bioconcentration factor value it is expected to have low
potential to concentrate in fatty tissue of fish and aquatic organisms relative to its
surroundings.
2-Chloropyridine (2-PCl)
5. Exposure
By inhalation toxic effects are Behavioral: Somnolence (General Depressed Activity)
Behavioral: Antipsychotic Liver: Other Changes. It is irritating to skin and to eyes. It
causes respiratory irritation
6. Risk Management
Those using 2-chloropyridine should carefully read and follow all Label directions.
Engineering controls such as fire suppression and fire hydrant systems, well ventilated
place and cool storage areas, electrostatic energy controls, ventilation, dedicated closed
systems, leak detection, and proper storage equipment design are recommended to
minimize the risk of exposure. Safe work practices and worker training on the handling
of toxic compound are also recommended. Personal protective equipment such as safety
glasses, impervious gloves, respirators, and work uniforms are necessary to prevent
worker exposure. In the event of an environmental release of 2-Chloropyridine,
emergency personnel should follow appropriate emergency response guidelines for toxic
compound and wear adequate protective equipment to minimize exposure during
response operations.
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