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1,2,3-Trimethylbenzene | 
CAS 526-73-8 | ||
C6H3(CH3)3 | 
RTECS DC3300000 | ||
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Synonyms & Trade Names  Hemellitol [Note: hemimellitene is a mixture of the 1,2,3-isomer with up to 10% of related aromatics such as the 1,2,4-isomer.]  | 
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Exposure
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NIOSH REL: TWA 25 ppm (125 mg/m3) | ||
| OSHA PEL†: none | |||
| IDLH N.D. See: IDLH INDEX | Conversion 1 ppm = 4.92 mg/m3 | ||
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Physical Description  Clear, colorless liquid with a distinctive, aromatic odor.  | 
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MW: 120.2 | 
BP: 349°F | 
FRZ: -14°F | 
Sol: Low | 
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VP(62°F): 1 mmHg | 
IP: 8.48 eV | 
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Sp.Gr: 0.89 | 
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Fl.P: ? | 
UEL: 6.6% | 
LEL: 0.8% | 
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| Flammable Liquid | |||
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Incompatibilities & Reactivities  Oxidizers, nitric acid  | 
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Measurement Methods  OSHA PV2091 See: NMAM or OSHA Methods  | 
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Personal Protection & Sanitation (See protection)  Skin: Prevent skin contact Eyes: Prevent eye contact Wash skin: When contaminated Remove: When wet or contaminated Change: No recommendation  | 
First Aid (See procedures)  Eye: Irrigate immediately Skin: Soap wash Breathing: Respiratory support Swallow: Medical attention immediately  | 
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Important additional information about respirator selection Respirator Recommendations Not available.  | 
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| Exposure Routes inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact | |
| Symptoms Irritation eyes, skin, nose, throat, respiratory system; bronchitis; hypochromic anemia; headache, drowsiness, lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), dizziness, nausea, incoordination; vomiting, confusion; chemical pneumonitis (aspiration liquid) | |
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Target Organs 
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, blood  | 
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| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 1362 |