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HEXACHLOROPHENEICSC: 0161 (June 2012)
2,2'-Methylenebis(3,4,6-trichlorophenol)
HCP
CAS #: 70-30-4
UN #: 2875
EC Number: 200-733-8

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.    NO open flames.    Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide.   

 AVOID ALL CONTACT! AVOID EXPOSURE OF BREASTFEEDING WOMEN! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation   Use local exhaust or breathing protection.  Fresh air, rest. 
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! See Ingestion.  Protective gloves. Protective clothing.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention . 
Eyes Redness.  Wear face shield.  Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). 
Ingestion Nausea. Vomiting. Diarrhoea. Drowsiness. Fall in blood pressure. Convulsions. See Effects of short-term exposure Symptoms may be delayed.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.  Rinse mouth. Rest. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

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DANGER
Toxic if swallowed
Harmful in contact with skin
May cause an allergic skin reaction
Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child
May cause harm to breast-fed children
May cause damage to the nervous system and optic nerve
May cause damage to nervous system and optic nerve through prolonged or repeated exposure
Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects 

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

STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. 
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. 
HEXACHLOROPHENE ICSC: 0161
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces toxic and irritating fumes including hydrogen chloride. Reacts with strong oxidants. 

Formula: C13H6Cl6O2 / C6H(OH)Cl3CH2Cl3(OH)C6H
Molecular mass: 406.9
Melting point: 164-165°C
Solubility in water: none
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 7.54 (calculated) 


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance may cause effects on the nervous system and optic nerve. This may result in cardiac disorders, respiratory failure and blindness. The effects may be delayed up to 48 hours. Medical observation is indicated. 

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. The substance may have effects on the nervous system and optic nerve. This may result in tissue lesions and blindness. May cause toxicity to human reproduction or development. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur along the food chain, for example in aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. 

NOTES
 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
Symbol: T, N; R: 24/25-50/53; S: (1/2)-20-37-45-60-61 

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Hexachlorophene (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 20, 1979)