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Chemical Name: 2,2-Dinitropropane
Common Names: Dinitropropane
Chemical Family: Nitroalkanes
CAS Number: 594-61-6
Molecular Formula: C3H6N2O4
Synonyms: No widely used trade names
Hazard Classification: Flammable liquid, Toxic by inhalation and ingestion, Possibly explosive under certain conditions
Major Health Hazards: Irritation to eyes, skin, respiratory system; headache; dizziness; possible damage to organs with prolonged or repeated exposure
Environmental Hazards: Highly toxic to aquatic life, potential for long-lasting effects
Signal Word: Danger
Key Risk Phrases: Highly flammable, harmful if swallowed or inhaled, irritant, risk of explosion on heating
Main Component: 2,2-Dinitropropane, concentration varies based on preparation
Impurities: May contain trace amounts of related nitroalkanes
Additives: None commonly added, not a mixture
Eye Contact: Rinse carefully with plenty of water; remove contact lenses if present; seek medical attention for irritation or lasting effects
Skin Contact: Wash with soap and water; take off contaminated clothing; get medical help if symptoms develop
Inhalation: Move to fresh air; keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing; get medical advice if anyone feels unwell
Ingestion: Rinse mouth; do not induce vomiting; call a poison center or doctor right away
Most Important Symptoms: Eye and skin redness, cough, confusion or drowsiness, nausea
Suitable Extinguishing Media: Dry chemical powder, carbon dioxide, alcohol-resistant foam
Unsuitable Media: Water stream may spread fire
Specific Dangers: Can form explosive mixtures with air; combustion creates toxic vapors like nitrogen oxides and carbon monoxide
Protection for Firefighters: Use self-contained breathing apparatus and full gear; cool tanks with water spray
Advice: Remove containers from fire area if safe; avoid breathing in smoke or fumes
Personal Precautions: Evacuate non-essential personnel; ventilate area; use personal protection; avoid breathing vapors
Environmental Precautions: Prevent run-off into drains, surface water, or soil; alert local authorities if contamination occurs
Clean-Up Methods: Stop leaks when safe; absorb spillage with inert, non-combustible material; place in containers for disposal; ventilate area
Special Cleanup Considerations: Vapor can collect in low areas; ensure area remains clear of ignition sources
Safe Handling Practices: Work in well-ventilated areas; avoid breathing vapors; keep away from sparks, open flames, static discharge
Protective Measures: Include personal protective equipment; minimize handling quantities; use explosion-proof equipment
Proper Storage Conditions: Keep containers tightly closed; store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated space; protect from light and heat sources
Incompatibilities: Strong acids, bases, oxidizers, reactive metals
Packaging: Store only in approved containers made from suitable materials that resist nitro compounds
Engineering Controls: Use local exhaust ventilation or general room ventilation to maintain airborne levels below recommended limits
Personal Protective Equipment: Chemical splash goggles, gloves (nitrile or neoprene), lab coat or apron, closed footwear
Respiratory Protection: Wear a suitable respirator when handling large quantities or in areas with poor ventilation
Hygiene Measures: Wash hands thoroughly after handling; change out of contaminated clothing before leaving the work area
Occupational Exposure Limits: Specific regulatory exposure limits may not exist; apply best industry practice for controls
Appearance: Colorless to pale yellow liquid
Odor: Faint, somewhat sweet or chemical smell
Melting Point: Well below room temperature
Boiling Point: About 150°C under normal pressure
Flash Point: Lower than most common solvents, posing higher flammability risk
Vapor Pressure: Moderate, leading to risk of inhalation exposure in closed spaces
Solubility: Somewhat soluble in water, higher solubility in organic solvents
Density: Denser than water
Stability: Sensitive to shock or heat, especially at higher concentrations
Chemical Stability: Unstable under high temperatures, shock, or friction
Possible Reactions: Strong reaction with oxidizing agents, acids, bases; can decompose explosively
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, possibly toxic fumes
Conditions to Avoid: Heat, sparks, open flames, direct sunlight, moisture
Incompatible Materials: Peroxides, strong acids or bases, reducing agents
Acute Effects: Inhalation causes mucous membrane irritation, headaches, dizziness; ingestion leads to gastrointestinal distress, confusion, possibly worse
Chronic Effects: Repeated exposure could damage liver, kidneys, or nervous system
Routes of Exposure: Inhalation, skin absorption, eye contact, ingestion
Carcinogenicity: Evidence on long-term cancer risk limited, none classified by major agencies
Sensitization: May sensitize skin or airways with repeated exposure
Environmental Impact: Highly toxic to aquatic organisms; risk of long-term or bioaccumulative effects
Mobility: Liquid form can seep into groundwater, potentially persistent in the environment
Degradation: Breaks down slowly in water or soil; hazardous transformation products can result
Precautions: Keep out of sewers, drains, waterways
Waste Disposal Methods: Incinerate through specialized chemical waste facilities; never pour into sewer or household waste
Container Disposal: Triple-rinse, puncture, and dispose according to local hazardous waste requirements
Regulatory Overview: Disposal of nitro compounds often restricted; follow all applicable local, state, and national regulations
UN Number: Classified as dangerous goods for road, rail, air, or sea transport
Class: Flammable liquid, with additional risk from toxicity and shock sensitivity
Packing Group: Grouped with other hazardous liquids based on severity
Proper Shipping Name: 2,2-Dinitropropane
Special Precautions: Segregate from food, feed, and oxidizing agents; ensure carriers receive safety instructions
National Inventory Status: Listed or regulated in chemical inventories where controlled use applies
Occupational Safety Laws: Subject to worker safety programs focusing on volatile organics and acute toxins
Environmental Laws: Subject to hazardous waste and clean water restrictions, with required spill and accident reporting
Labeling: Requires flammable and toxic hazard labeling for storage and handling
Transport Rules: Strict requirements for documentation, containment, and incident response
