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Product Name: 4-Chloroacetanilide
Synonyms: N-(4-Chlorophenyl)acetamide
CAS Number: 539-03-7
Recommended Use: Intermediate in organic synthesis, agrochemicals
Supplier: Chemical manufacturers, chemical distributors
Contact Number: Provided by supplier on shipping documentation
Classification: Irritant; hazardous if inhaled, swallowed or in contact with skin
Risk Phrases: Harmful if swallowed; causes skin and eye irritation
Precautionary Statements: Avoid breathing dust; avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing; wash hands thoroughly after handling; use with proper ventilation
Label Elements: Exclamation mark pictogram indicating irritant risk
Effects of Overexposure: Short-term exposure causes irritation of skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; ingestion can lead to nausea, vomiting, abdominal discomfort
Chemical Identity: 4-Chloroacetanilide
Concentration: Over 98% (technical grade)
Impurities: Unspecified minor organic compounds (trace levels)
Formula: C8H8ClNO
Molecular Weight: 169.6 g/mol
Inhalation: Move person to fresh air, support breathing as needed, seek medical attention if symptoms persist
Skin Contact: Wash affected area with soap and water; remove contaminated clothing; medical attention required for persistent irritation
Eye Contact: Rinse immediately with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, removing contact lenses if present; seek medical help
Ingestion: Rinse mouth, do not induce vomiting, seek medical attention immediately; keep airway clear; give water if alert
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Water spray, dry powder, CO2, foam extinguishers
Specific Hazards: Emits toxic fumes such as hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, and carbon oxides if burned
Protective Equipment: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent skin and eye contact
Special Precautions: Avoid inhalation of combustion products; control run-off from fire-fighting to prevent environmental contamination
Spill Response: Restrict access; ventilate area
Personal Protection: Wear gloves, safety goggles, and protective clothing
Containment: Use inert absorbent (sand, earth) to collect spilled material; avoid raising dust
Cleanup: Collect material into closed, labeled containers for disposal; wash area with water and detergent after cleanup
Safe Handling: Minimize dust generation and accumulation; avoid inhalation and direct contact with skin or eyes
Storage Conditions: Store tightly sealed in dry, well-ventilated location away from moisture, heat, and ignition sources
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents, acids, bases
Other Precautions: Label storage areas; keep away from food and beverages; restrict access to trained personnel
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation and general room ventilation; process enclosures for large-scale handling
Exposure Limits: No occupational exposure limit assigned; minimize exposure as a precaution
Personal Protection: Chemical-resistant gloves, protective clothing, eye protection with side shields, NIOSH-approved respirator if dust is generated
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands, forearms, and face after handling; change contaminated clothing promptly
Appearance: White to off-white crystalline solid
Odor: Faint, aromatic
Odor Threshold: Not available
Melting Point: 165–170°C
Boiling Point: Decomposes
Solubility: Low in water; soluble in ethanol and organic solvents
Vapor Pressure: Negligible at ambient temperature
Density: About 1.3 g/cm³
pH: Not applicable (solid)
Flash Point: Not applicable
Partition Coefficient (log Kow): Expected to be moderate, based on structure
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal conditions of handling and storage
Possible Reactions: Reacts with strong oxidizers, acids or alkalis
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Releases hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon oxides when heated
Conditions to Avoid: Avoid exposure to heat, open flame, incompatible substances including oxidizing and reducing agents
Acute Toxicity: Moderately toxic by ingestion, low dermal toxicity
Irritation / Corrosivity: Causes skin and eye irritation
Sensitization: Not established in humans
Chronic Effects: Data on long-term effects limited; repeated exposure may lead to dermatitis
Carcinogenicity: Not listed as carcinogen by OSHA, IARC, NTP
Mutagenicity / Reproductive Toxicity: No reliable evidence in humans or animals
Ecotoxicity: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects; may bioaccumulate in aquatic organisms
Persistence / Degradability: Not readily biodegradable; slow environmental breakdown
Bioaccumulation: Potential exists due to moderate water solubility and organic structure
Mobility in Soil: Limited mobility, tends to sorb to soil
Other Effects: Avoid bulk release to waterways, soil, or drainage systems
Waste Treatment: Dispose of contents and container in accordance with all local, regional, and national regulations
Incineration: Incinerate in chemical incinerator equipped with afterburner and scrubber
Contaminated Packaging: Treat as hazardous chemical waste; rinse before disposal only if permitted
Landfill Disposal: Permitted for small quantities, if allowed by local authority
UN Number: Not regulated by ADR/RID/IMO/IATA in small quantities
Proper Shipping Name: Chemical, n.o.s. (not otherwise specified)
Transport Hazard Class: Not classified as dangerous for transport
Packing Group: Not assigned
Environmental Hazards: Not marine pollutant unless carried in bulk
Special Precautions: Prevent accidental release during transportation
Labeling: Subject to workplace chemical safety protocols, hazard communication standards
TSCA Status: Listed on US TSCA Inventory
EINECS/ELINCS: Registered
Other Regulations: Meet requirements on workplace exposure, hazard disclosure, storage and transportation standards
Worker Protection: Adhere to occupational safety and health legislation specific to chemical handling
