SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name :	2,6-XYLIDINE
Catalogue No. :	AL4811	Product form :	Substance
CAS Number :	87-62-7	EC Number :	201-758-7
Grade :		EC Index Number :	Substance
Chemical Formula :		HSN Code :	29214910
Synonyms :	2,6-Dimethylaniline / 2-Amino-m-xylene / 2-Amino-1,3-dimethylbenzene
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture :	Industrial. For professional use only
Uses advised against :	No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification :	Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane, Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053 Maharashtra, India.
1.4 Emergency Contact Details
Phone / e-Mail :	Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 4 H312 Acute toxicity (inhal.), Category 4 H332 Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4 H302 Carcinogenicity, Category 2 H351 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 2 H315 Specific target organ toxicity Single exposure, Category 3, Respiratory tract irritation H335 Hazardous to the aquatic environment Chronic Hazard, Category 2 H411 Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Carc.Cat.3; R40 Xn; R20/21/22 Xi; R37/38 N; R51/53 Full text of R-phrases: see section 16
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) :	GHS08 GHS07 GHS09
Signal word (CLP) :	Warning
Hazard statements (CLP) :	H302+H312+H332 - Harmful if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled H315 - Causes skin irritation H335 - May cause respiratory irritation H351 - Suspected of causing cancer H411 - Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects
Precautionary statements (CLP) :	P261 - Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray P273 - Avoid release to the environment P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards :	No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1. Substance
Name :		2,6-XYLIDINE Extra Pure
CAS No. :		87-62-7
EC Index No. :		Substance
EC No. :		201-758-7
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation :	Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
First-aid measures after skin contact :	Wash with plenty of soap and water. Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after eye contact :	Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion :	Rinse mouth. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use :	Symptoms/injuries after inhalation : May cause respiratory irritation. Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Repeated exposure to this material can result in absorption through skin causing significant health hazard. Harmful in contact with skin. Causes skin irritation. Symptoms/injuries after ingestion : Swallowing a small quantity of this material will result in serious health hazard.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information :	No additional information available

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media :	Water spray. Foam. Dry powder. Carbon dioxide.
Unsuitable extinguishing media :	Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures :	No additional information available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting :	Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures :	Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment	Equip cleanup crew with proper protection
6.2 Environmental precautions
Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up :	On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference :	No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling :	Obtain special instructions before use. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. Do not breathe vapours.
Hygiene measures :	Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Storage conditions :	Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection :	protective gloves
Eye protection :	Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection :	Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection :	Wear respiratory protection

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state :	Liquid
Molecular mass :	121.18 g/mol
Colour :	Pale yellow to brown.
Odour :	No data available
Odour threshold :	No data available
pH value :	12.5
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) :	No data available
Melting point :	10 - 12 °C
Freezing point :	No data available
Boiling point :	214 °C
Flash point :	91 °C
Auto-ignition temperature :	No data available
Decomposition temperature :	No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) :	No data available
Vapour pressure :	0.2 hPa at 20 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C :	No data available
Density :	0.9842 g/cm3
Solubility :	Water: slightly soluble in cold water
Log Pow :	1.96
Viscosity, kinematic :	No data available
Viscosity, dynamic :	No data available
Explosive properties :	No data available
Oxidising properties :	No data available
Explosive limits :	0.013 - 0.069 vol %
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
No additional information available
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Overheating. Air contact. Water, humidity.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Oxidizing agent.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity :	Dermal: Harmful in contact with skin. Inhalation: Harmful if inhaled. Oral: Harmful if swallowed.
Skin corrosion/irritation :	Causes skin irritation. pH: 12.5
Serious eye damage/irritation :	Not classified pH: 12.5
Respiratory or skin sensitisation :	Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity :	Not classified
Carcinogenicity :	Suspected of causing cancer.
Reproductive toxicity :	Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) :	May cause respiratory irritation.
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) :	Not classified
Aspiration hazard :	Not classified
Potential adverse human health effects and symptoms :	Harmful if swallowed. Harmful in contact with skin.

SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information :	No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability :	No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential :	No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil :	No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions :	No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Waste treatment methods
Product/Packaging disposal recommendations :	Dispose of contents/container to ...

SECTION 14: Transport information
In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) :	1711
UN-No. (IMDG) :	1711
UN-No. (IATA) :	1711
UN-No. (ADN) :	1711
UN-No. (RID) :	1711
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) :	XYLIDINES, LIQUID
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) :	XYLIDINES, LIQUID
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) :	XYLIDINES, LIQUID
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) :	XYLIDINES, LIQUID
Proper Shipping Name (RID) :	XYLIDINES, LIQUID
Transport document description (ADR) :	UN 1711, XYLIDINES, LIQUID, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IMDG) :	UN 1711, XYLIDINES, LIQUID, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IATA) :	UN 1711, XYLIDINES, LIQUID, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (ADN) :	UN 1711, XYLIDINES, LIQUID, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (RID) :	UN 1711, XYLIDINES, LIQUID, 6.1, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
RID
Transport hazard class(es) :	6.1
Danger labels :	6.1
14.4. Packing group
Packing group (ADR) :	II
Packing group (IMDG) :	II
Packing group (IATA) :	II
Packing group (ADN) :	II
Packing group (RID) :	II
14.5. Environmental hazards
Dangerous for the environment :	Yes
Marine pollutant :	Yes
Other information :	No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : T1 Limited quantities (ADR) : 100ml Excepted quantities (ADR) : E4 Packing instructions (ADR) : P001, IBC02 Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP15 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (ADR) : T7 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (ADR) : TP2 Tank code (ADR) : L4BH Tank special provisions (ADR) : TU15, TE19 Vehicle for tank carriage : AT Transport category (ADR) : 2 Special provisions for carriage - Loading, unloading and handling (ADR) : CV13, CV28 Special provisions for carriage - Operation (ADR) : S9, S19 Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 60 Orange plates : Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : D/E EAC code : 2X
- Transport by sea
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 100 ml Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E4 Packing instructions (IMDG) : P001 IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC02 Tank instructions (IMDG) : T7 Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP2 EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-A Stowage category (IMDG) : A MFAG-No : 153
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E4 PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y641 PCA limited quantity max net quantity (IATA) : 1L PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 654 PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 5L CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 662 CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 60L ERG code (IATA) : 6L
- Inland waterway transport
Classification code (ADN) : T1 Special provisions (ADN) : 802 Limited quantities (ADN) : 100 ml Excepted quantities (ADN) : E4 Equipment required (ADN) : PP, EP, TOX, A Ventilation (ADN) : VE02 Number of blue cones/lights (ADN) : 2
- Rail transport
Classification code (RID) : T1 Limited quantities (RID) : 100ml Excepted quantities (RID) : E4 Packing instructions (RID) : P001, IBC02 Mixed packing provisions (RID) : MP15 Portable tank and bulk container instructions (RID) : T7 Portable tank and bulk container special provisions (RID) : TP2 Tank codes for RID tanks (RID) : L4BH Special provisions for RID tanks (RID) : TU15 Transport category (RID) : 2 Special provisions for carriage – Loading and unloading (RID) : CW13, CW28, CW31 Colis express (express parcels) (RID) : CE5 Hazard identification number (RID) : 60
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions 2,6-XYLIDINE Extra Pure is not on the REACH Candidate List 2,6-XYLIDINE Extra Pure is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
AwSV/VwVwS Annex reference : Water hazard class (WGK) 3, strongly hazardous to water (KBwS-Beschluss; WGK No 7857) 12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV : Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Denmark
Class for fire hazard : Class III-1 Store unit : 50 liter Classification remarks : Flammable according to the Danish Ministry of Justice; Emergency management guidelines for the storage of flammable liquids must be followed Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct contact with the product The requirements from the Danish Working Environment Authorities regarding work with carcinogens must be followed during use and disposal
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases: Acute Tox. 4 (Dermal) Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 4 Acute Tox. 4 (Inhalation) Acute toxicity (inhal.), Category 4 Acute Tox. 4 (Oral) Acute toxicity (oral), Category 4 Aquatic Chronic 2 Hazardous to the aquatic environment — Chronic Hazard, Category 2 Carc. 2 Carcinogenicity, Category 2 Skin Irrit. 2 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 2 STOT SE 3 Specific target organ toxicity — Single exposure, Category 3, Respiratory tract irritation H302 Harmful if swallowed H312 Harmful in contact with skin H315 Causes skin irritation H332 Harmful if inhaled H335 May cause respiratory irritation H351 Suspected of causing cancer H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed R37/38 Irritating to respiratory system and skin R40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect R51/53 Toxic to aquatic organisms, may cause long-term adverse effects in the aquatic environment N Dangerous for the environment Xi Irritant Xn Harmful