1-CHLOROETHANE | ICSC: 0132 (October 2000) |
Ethyl chloride Monochloroethane |
CAS #: 75-00-3 |
UN #: 1037 |
EC Number: 200-830-5 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Extremely flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Gas/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent build-up of electrostatic charges (e.g., by grounding) if in liquid state. Use non-sparking handtools. | Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out. In other cases extinguish with powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. |
STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Dizziness. Lethargy. Headache. Abdominal cramps. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. | Cold-insulating gloves. Protective clothing. | 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 | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. | |
PACKAGING | |
Special insulated cylinder. Special fittings. |
1-CHLOROETHANE | ICSC: 0132 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C2H5Cl / CH3CH2Cl |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
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Inhalation risk
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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TLV: 100 ppm as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 3. EU-OEL: 268 mg/m3, 100 ppm as TWA |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect. Rinse contaminated clothing with plenty of water because of fire hazard. Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding. Turn leaking cylinder with the leak up to prevent escape of gas in liquid state. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F+, Xn; R: 12-40-52/53; S: (2)-9-16-33-36/37-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations