Product Identification
【Product Name】4-Chloro-3-nitrobenzoyl chloride
【Synonyms】3-Nitro-4-chlorobenzoyl chloride  4-氯-3-硝基苯甲酰氯
【CAS】38818-50-7
【Formula】C7H3Cl2NO3
【Molecular Weight】220.01
【EINECS】254-133-6
【Beilstein/Gmelin】783623
【Beilstein Reference】3-09-00-01764

Physical and Chemical Properties
【Appearance】Beige - pale yellow solid. Characteristic odor.
【Solubility in water】Insoluble
【Melting Point】51℃
【Boiling Point】199~200℃

First Aid Measures
【Ingestion】Get medical aid immediately. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water.
【Inhalation】Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
【Skin】Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
【Eyes】Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage
【Storage】Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Corrosives area.
【Handling】Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification
【Ingestion】Causes gastrointestinal tract burns.
【Inhalation】Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.
【Skin】Causes skin burns.
【Eyes】Causes eye burns. Lachrymator.
【Hazards】Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas.
【UN (DOT)】1759

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
【Personal Protection】Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
【Respirators】Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures
【Fire Fighting】Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.
【Fire Potential】Non-combustible, substance itself does not burn but may decompose upon heating to produce corrosive and/or toxic fumes.

Accidental Release Measures
【Small spills/leaks】Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity
【Stability】No data.
【Incompatibilities】Strong oxidizing agents.
【Decomposition】Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
【Combustion Products】Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information
【UN Number】1759
【Hazard Class】8
【Packing Group】I; II; III