2-Amino-5-chloro-4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid

Agent Name
2-Amino-5-chloro-4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid
CAS Number
88-53-9
Formula
C7-H8-Cl-N-O3-S
Major Category
Nitrogen Compounds
2-Amino-5-chloro-4-methylbenzenesulfonic acid formula graphical representation
Synonyms
Benzenesulfonic acid, 2-amino-5-chloro-4-methyl-; Lake Red C amine; Red Lake C amine; p-Toluenesulfonic acid, 2-amino-5-chloro-; 3-Amino-6-chlorotoluene-4-sulfonic acid; 5-Amino-2-chlorotoluene-4-sulphonic acid; [ChemIDplus] UN2585
Category
Aminobenzenesulfonic Acids
Description
Solid; [IUCLID]
Sources/Uses
Used in the paint/ lacquer/varnish industry and as an intermediate; [IUCLID]
Comments
A corrosive substance that can cause injury to the skin, eyes, and respiratory tract; Inhalation may cause chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema; May cause skin sensitization; [MSDSonline]
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Exposure Assessment

Explanatory Notes
The Guide in the Emergency Response Guidebook is for "Aryl sulfonic acids, solid, with not more than 5% free Sulfuric acid."

Adverse Effects

Toxic Pneumonitis
Yes
Dermatotoxin
Skin burns

Diseases, Processes, and Activities Linked to This Agent

Processes

Industrial Processes with risk of exposure: