2-AMINOANTHRAQUINONE ICSC: 1579
2-Amino-9,10-anthracenedione
2-Amino-9,10-anthraquinone
beta-Aminoanthraquinone
C14H9NO2
Molecular mass: 223.24


ICSC #    1579
CAS #     117-79-3
RTECS # CB5120000
Types of Hazard/ Exposure Acute Hazards/ Symptoms Prevention First Aid/
Fire Fighting
FIRE Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
Explosion


Exposure


 •Inhalation
Ventilation (not if powder).
Fresh air, rest.
 •Skin
Protective gloves.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
 •Eyes
Safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
 •Ingestion
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth.
Spillage Disposal Storage Packaging & Labelling
Personal protection: P1 filter respirator for inert particles. Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
Separated from strong oxidants.

2-AMINOANTHRAQUINONE ICSC: 1579
Important Data
Physical State; Appearance:
RED OR ORANGE - BROWN SOLID IN VARIOUS FORMS

Physical Dangers:


Chemical Dangers:
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic fumes of nitrogen oxides . Reacts with strong oxidants .

Occupational Exposure Limits:
TLV not established.
MAK not established.


Routes of Exposure:


Inhalation Risk:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of Short-Term Exposure:


Effects of Long-Term or Repeated Exposure:
Physical
Properties
Sublimation
Melting point: 302°C
Solubility in water:
very poor
Vapour pressure, Pa at 180°C: 1.3
Flash point:
283°C c.c.
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.3
Environmental
Data

N O T E S
Other melting points: 289-292°C.
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 1579 2-AMINOANTHRAQUINONE
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994
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