2-AMINO-5-METHYLBENZOIC ACID

Safety Data Sheet
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1. PRODUCT ID: Syn:  5-Methylanthranilic acid CAS No.: 2941-78-8 E-C No.:220-932-3 Weight:  151.16g/mol 	Formula: C8H9NO2

2. HAZARDS ID: GHS Classification:	Skin irritation (Category 2)	Eye irritation (Category 2A)		
		Specific target organ toxicity - single exposure (Category 3)
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Signal Word:         WARNING
HAZARD STATEMENT(S):H319: Causes serious eye irritation.	H315: Causes skin irritation
H335: May cause respiratory irritation	
PRECAUTIONARY STATEMENT(S) : P261: Aviod breathing dust/spray/ fume/gas/ mist/ vapors. P264: wash skin thoroughly after handling	P271: Use only outdoors or in well-ventilated area. P405: Store locked up.	P280: Wear protective gloves/eye & face protection P302 + P352:If on Skin: wash with plenty of soap & water. P312: Call Poison Center/ doctor/phsycian if feel unwell. P304 + P340: If inhaled: remove to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing. P305 + P351 + P338: If in Eyes: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present & easy to do so. Continue Rinsing. P321:Specific treatment-see supplemental first aid instruction 
P362:Take off contaminated clothes & wash before reuse. P332 + P313: If skin irritation occurs: consult physician   P337 + P313: If eye irritation occurs: consult physician P403 + P233: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. 	P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

HMIS Classification: Health hazard  2, Flammability   0,  Physical hazards   0			
NFPA Rating: Health hazard  2, Fire     0, Reactivity hazard   0

Potential Effects: Eye: Risk of serious damage to eyes.	Skin: Harmful in contact with skin. 
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. 		Inhalation: Harmful by inhalation. 
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION / INFO ON INGREDIENTS: 
Chemical 				 CAS No.	 	Percent		
2-Amino-5-methylbenzoic Acid     		2941-78-8               99%                  

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: Rinse with plenty of water for 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Consult Physician. Skin: Flush skin with plenty of soap & water. Ingestion: Rinse mouth with water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.  Consult physician.  Inhalation: Remove from exposure to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult physician. Physician: Treat symptomatically and supportively.

5. FIREFIGHTING: Info: wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA or NIOSH, & full PPE. Irritating & highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomp or combustion. Extinguishing: Use water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical, or alcohol-resistant foam. Hazard; Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides. Flash Pt: N/A Autoignition Temp: N/A Explosion Limits: N/A.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8. Spills/Leaks: Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Sweep up, then place into suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Ventilate area and wash spill site after pickup is complete.

7. HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Minimize dust generation and accumulation. Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. Use adequate ventilation. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Storage: Keep container tightly closed when not in use. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible materials.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS: Facilities storing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and chemical safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low. 
Chemical 		           	 ACGIH	       		NIOSH		OSHA Final & Vacated PELs
2-Amino-5-Methylbenzoic Acid	None listed	       	None listed		None listed

PPE: Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHA’s eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166. 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 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard approved respirator when necessary.

9. PHYSICAL & CHEM: Appearance: Light beige to light brown powder Melting Pt: 175˚C (347˚F)	

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable at room temp in closed containers under normal storage & handling. Avoid: Incompatibles, dust generation, excess heat. Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizing agents. Haz Decomp: See sec 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS#s: Unlisted. LD50/LC50: Not available.
Carcinogenicity: CAS# 2941-78-8: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: No information found.

13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. US EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. Dissolve or mix the material with a combustible solvent and burn in a chemical incinerator equipped with an afterburner and scrubber. Additionally, waste generators must consult state and local hazardous waste regulations to ensure complete and accurate classification.	RCRA P-Series: None listed.	RCRA U-Series: None listed.

14. TRANSPORT INFO: No information available.

15. REGULATORY INFO: SARA 311/312: Acute Health Hazard
Section 302 (RQ) and Section 302 (TPQ):None of the chemicals in this product have an RQ or a TPQ.
Section 313:No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
State:CAS# 2941-78-8 is not present on state lists from CA, MN, MA, FL
Pa Right to Know:	2-Amino-5methylbenzoic acid  CAS#2941-78-8
NJ Right to Know:	2-Amino-5methylbenzoic acid  CAS#2941-78-8
California Significant Risk Level: None of the chemicals are listed.

EUROPEAN / INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS:  European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: XI    WGK (Water Danger/Protection):	CAS# 2941-78-8: No information found.
Canada DSL/NDSL List:None of the chemicals are listed on the DSL or NDSL List. Canada WHMIS:This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B.  Canadian Ingredient Disclosure List Exposure Limits 

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