General Information
Version
5
Revision date
2025-12-18
Product name
2-Chlorotoluene
Product Synonyms
1-Chloro-2-methylbenzene; OCT
CAS No.
95-49-8
Emergency telephone
001-800-227-6701, +32 14 57 52 11, 001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific Company
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
(29 CFR 1910.1200) Classification
Signal word
Warning Hazard Statements Flammable liquid and vapor Harmful if inhaled Suspected of damaging the unborn child
Prevention
Obtain special instructions before use Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground and bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Take action to prevent static discharges Use non-sparking tools
Response
IF exposed or concerned: Get medical attention/advice Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water or shower Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam to extinguish
Storage
Store locked up Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool
Disposal
Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant
2.3 Other hazards
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Category 3 Acute Inhalation Toxicity - Vapors Category 4 Reproductive Toxicity Category 2 Label Elements
