ICSC 0007 - PHOSGENE

PHOSGENE
(cylinder)

ICSC: 0007
_{Peer-Review Status: 10.08.2002 Validated}

Carbonyl chloride
Chloroformyl chloride

CAS #: 75-44-5 RTECS #: SY5600000
UN #: 1076
EC #: 006-002-00-8
EINECS #: 200-870-3

Formula: COCl₂
Molecular mass: 98.9

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION			In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position.

EXPOSURE		AVOID ALL CONTACT!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
Inhalation	Burning sensation. Chest tightness. Cough. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.	Use closed system or ventilation.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain. ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE.	Cold-insulating gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Blurred vision.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Remove gas with fine water spray.	EC Classification Symbol: T+; R: 26-34; S: (1/2)-9-26-36/37/39-45; Note: 5 UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 2.3; UN Subsidiary Risks: 8 GHS Classification

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-20S1076. NFPA Code: H4; F0; R1.	Fireproof if in building. Isolated from work area. Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Dry.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS COMPRESSED LIQUEFIED GAS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The gas is heavier than air.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes above 300°C . Decomposes on contact with water or moisture. This produces toxic and corrosive gases of of carbon monoxide and hydrogen chloride. Reacts with aluminium and isopropyl alcohol.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 0.1ppm as TWA; (ACGIH 2002).
EU OEL ( selected): 0.02 ppm, 0.08 mg/m³ as TWA; 0.1 ppm, 0.4 mg/m³ as STEL;.
EU OEL ( selected): 0.02 ppm, 0.08 mg/m³ as TWA; 0.1 ppm, 0.4 mg/m³ as STEL;.
EU OEL ( selected): 0.02 ppm, 0.08 mg/m³ as TWA; 0.1 ppm, 0.4 mg/m³ as STEL;.

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of this gas in the air will be reached very quickly on loss of containment.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Inhalation of of this gas may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Exposure at high levels could cause death. Medical observation is indicated.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 8°C Melting point: -118°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.4 Solubility in water: reaction Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 161.6 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.4

NOTES

The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort.
Rest and medical observation is therefore essential.
Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.
The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient.
Do NOT spray water on leaking cylinder (to prevent corrosion of cylinder).
Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state.
Card has been partially updated in January 2008: see Occupational Exposure Limits.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Phosgene (EHC 193, 1997)
       Phosgene (HSG 106, 1998)
       Phosgene (PIM 419)