| Agent Name |
o-Chlorotoluene |
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| CAS Number |
95-49-8 |
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| Formula |
C7-H7-Cl |
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| Major Category |
Solvents |
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| Synonyms |
1-Chloro-2-methylbenzene; 1-Methyl-2-chlorobenzene; 2-Chloro-1-methylbenzene; 2-Chlorotoluene; 2-Methylchlorobenzene; Halso 99; o-Chlorotoluene; o-Tolyl chloride; ortho-Chlorotoluene; [ChemIDplus] UN2238 |
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| Category |
Chlorinated Aromatic |
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| Description |
Colorless liquid with an aromatic odor; [NIOSH] |
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| Sources/Uses |
Used as a solvent and chemical intermediate; [ACGIH] |
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| Comments |
A respiratory irritant; Exposure to high concentrations may produce "systemic toxic effects"; [CAMEO] May cause skin irritation; [CHEMINFO] |
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| Exposure Assessment |
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| Skin Designation (ACGIH) |
No |
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| TLV (ACGIH) |
50 ppm |
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| Vapor Pressure |
3.43 mm Hg |
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| Lethal Concentration |
LCLo (rats) = 4,400 ppm |
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| Explanatory Notes |
Flash point = 126 deg F; |
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| Flammability (NFPA) |
2: high ambient temperature required |
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| Adverse Effects |
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| Neurotoxin |
CNS Solvent Syndrome |
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| Links to Other NLM Databases |
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| Health Studies |
Human Health Effects from Hazardous Substances Data Bank: 2-CHLOROTOLUENE
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