1,2-DICHLOROETHYLENE | ICSC: 0436 (July 2003) |
Acetylene dichloride symmetrical Dichloroethylene 1,2-Dichloroethene |
CAS #: 540-59-0 |
UN #: 1150 |
EC Number: 208-750-2 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Highly flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling. | Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Dizziness. Nausea. Drowsiness. Weakness. Unconsciousness. Vomiting. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Dry skin. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety spectacles. | 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. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Well closed. See Chemical Dangers. | |
PACKAGING | |
1,2-DICHLOROETHYLENE | ICSC: 0436 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C2H2Cl2 / ClCH=CHCl |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Routes of exposure
Effects of short-term 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: 200 ppm as TWA. MAK: 800 mg/m3, 200 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2) |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: F, Xn; R: 11-20-52/53; S: (2)-7-16-29-61; Note: C |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations