CHLORDANE (TECHNICAL PRODUCT) | ICSC: 0740 (March 1998) |
1,2,4,5,6,7,8,8-Octachloro-2,3,3a,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methanoindene 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,8-Octachloro-2,3,3a,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene |
CAS #: 57-74-9 |
UN #: 2996 |
EC Number: 200-349-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames. | Use alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide, water spray. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | See Ingestion. | Use breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | MAY BE ABSORBED! | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles, 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 | Confusion. Convulsions. Nausea. Vomiting. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rest. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. 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. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs, bases and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Severe marine pollutant. |
CHLORDANE (TECHNICAL PRODUCT) | ICSC: 0740 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C10H6Cl8 |
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: (inhalable fraction and vapour): 0.5 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: (inhalable fraction): 0.5 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(8); skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 3 |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to soil organisms and bees. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. |
NOTES |
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If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s). Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. See ICSC 0743. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn, N; R: 21/22-40-50/53; S: (2)-36/37-60-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations