September 2010
NIOSH Publication Number 2010-168c

2-Chloro-6-trichloromethyl pyridine

Synonyms & Trade Names
2-Chloro-6-(trichloro-methyl)pyridine; Nitrapyrin; N-serve®; 2,2,2,6-Tetrachloro-2-picoline
CAS No.
1929-82-4
RTECS No.
US7525000
DOT ID & Guide
Formula
ClC5H3NCCl3
Conversion
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 10 mg/m3 (total) ST 20 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
OSHA PEL
: TWA 15 mg/m3 (total) TWA 5 mg/m3 (resp)
Measurement Methods

None available
Physical Description
Colorless or white, crystalline solid with a mild, sweet odor.
MW:
230.9
BP:
?
MLT: 145°F
Sol:
Insoluble
VP(73°F): 0.003 mmHg
IP:
?
Sp.Gr:
?
Fl.P:
?
UEL:
?
LEL:
?
Combustible Solid [Explosive]
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Aluminum, magnesium [Note: Emits oxides of nitrogen and chloride ion when heated to decomposition.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
No adverse effects noted in ingestion studies with animals.
Target Organs
Eyes, skin
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: Daily
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap wash immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

Not available.

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 1658