3,5-DICHLOROBENZOIC ACID
Safety Data Sheet
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1. PRODUCT ID: CAS No.: 51-36-5 E-C No.:200-092-4 Weight:  191.01g/mol Formula: C7H4Cl2O2

2. HAZARDS ID: GHS: 	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: Avoid 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. 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.	P312: Call Poison Center or doctor/physician if you feel unwell P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions) P332 + P313: If skin irritation occurs: consult physician   P337 + P313: If eye irritation occurs: consult physician P362: Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. P403 + P233: Store in a well ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P501: Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant.

HMIS: Health hazard  2, Flammability   0,  Physical hazards   0			
NFPA Rating: Health hazard  2, Fire     0, Reactivity hazard   0
2.3: Other Hazards: none

3. COMPOSITION / INFO: 
Chemical Name			 CAS No.	 	Percent		
3,5-Dichlorobenzoic acid	                  51-36-5                 99%                  

4. FIRST AID: Eyes: rinse immediately with plenty of water for 15 min and seek medical advice. Skin:. Rinse with plenty of soap & water and seek medical advice. Ingestion: Do not induce vomiting without medical advice. Rinse with water. Consult physician. Inhalation: Move to fresh air.  Consult a physician. Physician: Treat symptomatically & supportively. 

5. FIREFIGHTING: Info: wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH, & full PPE. Irritating & highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomp/combustion.  Hazards: Carbon oxides, Hydrogen chloride gas Extinguishing: Use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.

6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE: Info: Use proper PPE as indicated in Section 8. Spill/Leaks: Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the PPE Section. Sweep up, then place into suitable container for disposal. Avoid generating dusty conditions. Provide ventilation.

7.  HANDLING & STORAGE: Handling: Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.  Use with adequate ventilation. Minimize dust generation and accumulation.  Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed. Avoid ingestion and inhalation. 
Storage: Store in a tightly closed container. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.

8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PPE: Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.

CHEMICAL NAME	
ACGIH	
NIOSH	
OSHA – FINAL/Vacated  PELs	

3,5-Dichlorobenzoic 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: A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA’s 29 CFR 1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European Standard EN149 must be followed whenever workplace conditions warrant a respirator use.

9.  PHYSICAL & CHEM: Appearance: Slightly gray powder Melting Pt: 184-187˚C (363-369˚F)

10. STABILITY & REACTIVITY: Stability: Stable at room temp. in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions. Avoid: Incompatibles, dust generation, excess heat, strong oxidants.
Incompatibilities: Oxidizing agents Hazardous Decomps: See section 5

11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFO: RTECS#: DG7350000	LD50/LC50: Not available
Carcinogenicity: Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, NIOSH, NTP, or OSHA.

12. ECOLOGICAL INFO: No information available. 

13.  DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS: Chemical waste generators must determine whether a discarded chemical is classified as a hazardous waste. U.S. EPA guidelines for the classification determination are listed in 40 CFR Parts 261.3. 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 & TPQ)None of the chemicals in this material have an RQ or TPQ.
Section 313No chemicals are reportable under Section 313.
STATE CAS# 51-36-5 is not present on state lists from CA, MN, MA, FL. 
PA & NJ Right to Know:	3,5-Dichlorobenzoic acid  CAS#51-36-5
California Prop.65 components: None of the chemicals are known to cause cancer, birth defects, or any other reproductive harm.

EUROPEAN/INTERNATIONAL REGULATIONS European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
Hazard Symbols: XI 
WGK (Water Danger/Protection) CAS# 51-36-5: No information available. 
Canada - DSL/NDSL None of the chemicals in this product are listed on the DSL or NDSL list. 
Canada - WHMIS This product has a WHMIS classification of D2B. 

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