Nitrobenzene-d5
Agent Name
Nitrobenzene-d5
CAS Number
4165-60-0
Formula
C6-D5-N-O2
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
Synonyms
Benzene-d5, nitro-; Nitro(2H5)benzene; [ChemIDplus] UN1662
Category
Nitros, Aromatic
Description
Clear light yellow liquid; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS]
Comments
May induce methemoglobinemia; Toxic by ingestion, inhalation, and skin absorption; Prolonged or repeated exposure may cause organ injury; Suspected reproductive toxicant and carcinogen; [Sigma-Aldrich MSDS] See "Nitrobenzene."
Biomedical References
Exposure Assessment
Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Nitrobenzene."
Adverse Effects
Methemoglobinemia
MetHgb is secondary toxic effect
Hepatotoxin
Hepatoxic (a) from occupational exposure (secondary effect) or (b) in animal studies or in humans after ingestion
Reproductive Toxin
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns
IARC Carcinogen
Possible (2b)
NTP Carcinogen
Anticipated human carcinogen
ACGIH Carcinogen
Confirmed Animal
Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent
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