Yellowish flakes or fine off-white powder. Pungent odor. (NTP, 1992)
Yellowish or off-white solid with a pungent odor; [CAMEO] Off-white hygroscopic powder; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Physicochemical properties
Melting point
69 · 69-71 °C (lit.)
Boiling point
165 °C · 165°C
Density
1.3456 · 1.3456 (rough estimate)
refractive index
1.5756 · 1.5756 (estimate)
Safety & regulation
Safety information is for reference only and does not replace the supplier’s Safety Data Sheet (SDS), applicable regulations, or professional assessment.
GHS classification
GHS Classification · 4 items
Danger
H314 (94.2%): Causes severe skin burns and eye damage [Danger Skin corrosion/irritation]
P260, P264, P280, P301+P330+P331, P302+P361+P354, P304+P340, P305+P354+P338, P316, P321, P363, P405, and P501 (click each P-code to see the statement)
Aggregated GHS information provided per 52 reports by companies from 5 notifications to the ECHA C&L Inventory.
2,6-Dichlorobenzaldehyde: Does not have an individual approval but may be used under an appropriate group standard
DOT LabelCorrosive
Fire HazardsThis chemical is combustible. (NTP, 1992)
Health Hazards · 1 item
SYMPTOMS: Symptoms of exposure to this compound are eye, skin and upper respiratory tract irritation. Other symptoms of exposure may include a burning sensation, destruction of the mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract, eyes, and skin; coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Hazards SummarySensitive to air, moisture, and light; Causes burns; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema; [NTP] Causes burns; Inhalation may cause corrosive injuries to upper respiratory tract and lungs; [Alfa Aesar MSDS]
Reactive GroupAldehydes
Chemistry & industry
Uses & manufacturing
UsesUsed to make pharmaceuticals, dyes, and other organic chemicals; [NTP]
General Manufacturing InformationBenzaldehyde, 2,6-dichloro-: ACTIVE
Applications
UsesAn intermediate in the synthesis of substituted (2,6-dichlorobenzylideneamino)guanidines and some hydrazone derivatives of C-cyanoformamidrazone. It showed antihypertensive activity.
General DescriptionYellowish flakes or fine off-white powder. Pungent odor.
3 · Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
Hazard Codes
C,Xi
Risk Statements
34 · 34-36/37/38
Safety Statements
26 · 26-27-28-36/37/39-45-37/39
RIDADR
3261 · UN 3261 8/PG 2
WGK Germany
2 · 2
Hazard Note
Corrosive
TSCA
TSCA listed
HazardClass
8 · 8
PackingGroup
III
HS Code
29130000 · 29130000
Storage Class
8 A · 8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials
Hazard Classifications
1 B · Skin Corr. 1B
REACH Registrations
Inactive
Limited Quantities
1 Kg · 1 Kg (2.2 lbs) (solid)
Excepted Quantities
Max Inner Pack (30g or 30ml) and Max Outer Pack (500g or 500ml)
Reactivity Profile
2,6-DICHLOROBENZALDEHYDE is incompatible with strong oxidizers and strong bases. It may also be incompatible with iron. (NTP, 1992)
Air and Water ReactionsSensitive to air, moisture and light. Insoluble in water.
Hazard Classes and CategoriesSkin Corr. 1B (94.2%)
Safety & protection
Fire FightingFires involving this material can be controlled with a dry chemical, carbon dioxide or Halon extinguisher. (NTP, 1992)
First Aid · 1 item
EYES: First check the victim for contact lenses and remove if present. Flush victim's eyes with water or normal saline solution for 20 to 30 minutes while simultaneously calling a hospital or poison control center. Do not put any ointments, oils, or medication in the victim's eyes without specific instructions from a physician. IMMEDIATELY transport the victim after flushing eyes to a hospital even if no symptoms (such as redness or irritation) develop.
Nonfire Spill Response · 1 item
SMALL SPILLS AND LEAKAGE: Should a spill occur while you are handling this chemical, FIRST REMOVE ALL SOURCES OF IGNITION, then you should dampen the solid spill material with 60-70% ethanol and transfer the dampened material to a suitable container. Use absorbent paper dampened with 60-70% ethanol to pick up any remaining material. Seal the absorbent paper, and any of your clothes, which may be contaminated, in a vapor-tight plastic bag for eventual disposal. Solvent wash all contaminated surfaces with 60-70% ethanol followed by washing with a soap and water solution. Do not reenter the contaminated area until the Safety Officer (or other responsible person) has verified that the area has been properly cleaned.
Isolation and EvacuationExcerpt from ERG Guide 154 [Substances - Toxic and/or Corrosive (Non-Combustible)]:
Personal Protective Equipment (PPE)MINIMUM PROTECTIVE CLOTHING: If Tyvek-type disposable protective clothing is not worn during handling of this chemical, wear disposable Tyvek-type sleeves taped to your gloves.
Toxicology
Adverse EffectsDermatotoxin - Skin burns.
Safety data
PPE
Eyeshields, Faceshields, Gloves, type P3 (EN 143) respirator cartridges
wgk
2
tsca
TSCA listed
ridadr
UN 3261 8/PG 2
hs_code
29130000
risk_code
34-36/37/38
Signal word
Danger
Symbol(GHS)
GHS05
hazard_code
C,Xi
hazard_note
Corrosive
safety_code
26-27-28-36/37/39-45-37/39
hazard_class
8
Storage Class
8A - Combustible corrosive hazardous materials
packing_group
III
Hazard statements
H314
Limited Quantities
1 Kg (2.2 lbs) (solid)
Excepted Quantities
Max Inner Pack (30g or 30ml) and Max Outer Pack (500g or 500ml)