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4-methylpyridine Safety and Health Topics:
4-methylpyridine

General Description
    Synonyms: 4-picoline, gamma-picoline, p-picoline

    OSHA IMIS Code Number: M364

    Chemical Abstracts Service (CAS) Registry Number: 108-89-4

    NIOSH, Registry of Toxic Effects (RTECS) Identification Number: UT5425000

    Department of Transportation Regulation Number (49 CFR 172.101) and Guide: 2313 130

    Chemical Description and Physical Properties: colourless liquid with a characteristic smell
      molecular formula: C6H7N
      molecular weight: 93.13
      boiling point: 144-145°C
      vapor pressure: K pa at 20°C 0.76
      melting point: 3.7°C
Health Factors
    Potential symptoms: cough, headaches, dizziness, drowsiness, nausea, sore throat, unconsciousness, weakness

    Health Effects: corrosive to eyes and the skin. Irritates respiratory tract.

    Affected organs: skin, respiratory tract
Monitoring Methods used by OSHA
    Laboratory Sampling/Analytical Method:

    • sampling media: sampling media: Two XAD-7 Tubes in Series (100/50 mg sections, 20/40 mesh)
      analytical solvent: Methanol
      maximum volume: 10 Liters   maximum flow rate: 0.1 L/min
      current analytical method: Gas Chromatography; GC/FID
      method reference: OSHA SLTC In-House Method
      method classification: Study
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