Properties

• Appearance:

  colourless to purple crystalline solid

• Density:

  5.8 (vs air)

• Melting point:

  47-50 °C(lit.)

• Boiling point:

  299 °C(lit.)

• Flashing point:

  153 °C

• Coefficient of refraction:

  1.613-1.615

• Natural temperature:

  842 °F

• Vapor density:

  5.9 (vs air)

• Vapour pressure:

  2 mm Hg ( 140 °C)

• Solubility:

  Insoluble in water

Safety Information

• Symbol:

  

• Signal words:

  Warning

• Hazard statements:

  H302 Harmful if swallowed.

  H351 Suspected of causing cancer.

  H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

• Precautionary statements:

  P273 Avoid release to the environment.

  P281 Use personal protective equipment as required.