ICSC 0076 - TETRACHLOROETHYLENE

TETRACHLOROETHYLENE

ICSC: 0076
_{Peer-Review Status: 13.04.2000 Validated}

1,1,2,2-Tetrachloroethylene
Perchloroethylene
Tetrachloroethene

CAS #: 127-18-4 RTECS #: KX3850000
UN #: 1897
EC #: 602-028-00-4
EINECS #: 204-825-9

Formula: C₂Cl₄ / Cl₂C=CCl₂
Molecular mass: 165.8

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.
EXPLOSION

EXPOSURE		STRICT HYGIENE! PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
Inhalation	Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea. Weakness. Unconciousness.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Dry skin. Redness.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles or face shield.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Rest.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	PACKAGING & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant. EC Classification Symbol: Xn, N; R: 40-51/53; S: (2)-23-36/37-61 UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III GHS Classification

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61S1897. NFPA Code: H2; F0; R0.	Separated from metals and food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Keep in the dark. Ventilation along the floor.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen chloride, phosgene and chlorine. Decomposes slowly on contact with moisture. This produces trichloroacetic acid and hydrochloric acid. Reacts with metals such as aluminium, lithium, barium and beryllium.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 25 ppm as TWA; 100 ppm as STEL; A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); BEI issued; (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: Carcinogen category: 3B; Skin absorption (H); (DFG 2004).

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

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. If this liquid is swallowed, aspiration into the lungs may result in chemical pneumonitis. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause unconsciousness.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 121°C Melting point: -22°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.6 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.015 Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 1.9 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 5.8 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.09 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.9	The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.

NOTES

Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient.
Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding.
An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert.
Card has been partly updated in April 2005.
See section Occupational Exposure Limits.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Tetrachloroethylene (EHC 31, 1984)
       Tetrachloroethylene (HSG 10, 1987)
       TETRACHLOROETHYLENE (JECFA Evaluation)
       Tetrachloroethylene (UKPID)
       Tetrachloroethylene (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 63, 1995)