Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
87-62-7
Name of the chemical
2,6-xylidine
Concentration
>= 90 - <= 100
General Information
Version
6.11
Revision date
2025-11-06
Product name
2,6-Dimethylaniline
CAS No.
87-62-7
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances
1.2.2. Uses advised against
The product is being supplied under the TSCA R&D Exemption
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Company Information
company name
Sigma-Aldrich Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H227, H302+H312+H332, H315, H319, H335, H351, H402, H411
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H227
Combustible liquid
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Long term hazards
Category 2 aquatic hazard
Other hazards
None known
Signal word
Warning
Hazard statements
H227 Combustible liquid. H302 + H312 + H332 Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H335 May cause respiratory irritation. H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H402 Harmful to aquatic life. H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood. P210 Keep away from heat/ sparks/ open flames/ hot surfaces. No smoking. P261 Avoid breathing mist or vapours. P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. P273 Avoid release to the environment. P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
Response
P301 + P312 + P330 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. Rinse mouth. P302 + P352 + P312 IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P304 + P340 + P312 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor if you feel unwell. P305 + P351 + P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P308 + P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P332 + P313 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical P337 + P313 If eye irritation persists: Get medical P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P370 + P378 In case of fire: Use dry sand, dry chemical or alcohol-resistant foam to extinguish. P391 Collect spillage.
Storage
P403 + P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P403 + P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Hazards for the product as supplied Flammable liquids : Category 4 Acute toxicity (Oral) : Category 4 Acute toxicity : Category 4 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (Dermal) : Category 4 Skin irritation : Category 2 Eye irritation : Category 2A Carcinogenicity : Category 2 Specific target organ : Category 3 (Respiratory system) toxicity - single exposure Short-term (acute) : Category 3 aquatic hazard Long-term (chronic) : Category 2 aquatic hazard Other hazards