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CHLORODIPHENYLARSINEICSC: 1526 (April 2004)
Diphenyl arsinous chloride
Diphenyl chloroarsine
CAS #: 712-48-1
UN #: 1699
EC Number: 211-921-4

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION         In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.  In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

 AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Sore throat. Cough. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Laboured breathing. Shortness of breath. Chest tightness. Unconsciousness. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.  Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin Redness.  Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Watering of the eyes. Redness.  Wear safety spectacles, 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 Abdominal pain. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Refer for medical attention . 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: I 

STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants. Keep in a well-ventilated room. 
PACKAGING
Unbreakable packaging.
Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container.
Severe marine pollutant. 
CHLORODIPHENYLARSINE ICSC: 1526
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS. TECHNICAL-GRADE PRODUCT: DARK BROWN LIQUID. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic fumes including arsenic and chlorine. Reacts with strong oxidants. 

Formula: C12H10AsCl / (C6H5)2AsCl
Molecular mass: 264.6
Decomposes at 333°C
Melting point: 38-44°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.4 (45°C)
Solubility in water, g/100ml: 0.2 (poor)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.06
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 9.15  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin. The substance may cause effects on the nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause lowering of consciousness. Inhalation of high levels of the aerosol may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Exposure at high levels could cause death. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will not or will only very slowly be reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. 

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 are therefore essential. 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: T, N; R: 23/25-50/53; S: (1/2)-20/21-28-45-60-61; Note: A 

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