DICOFOL | ICSC: 0752 (November 2003) |
2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-bis(4-chlorophenyl)ethanol 4,4'-Dichloro-alpha-(trichloromethyl)benzhydrol |
CAS #: 115-32-2 |
EC Number: 204-082-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames. | Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Confusion. Convulsions. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. Confusion. | Use local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. |
Eyes | Redness. | 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. Diarrhoea. Further see Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Separated from acids. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
DICOFOL | ICSC: 0752 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C14H9Cl5O / (ClC6H4)2C(OH)CCl3 |
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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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in fish. |
NOTES |
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The appearance and physical properties of technical products can differ from those of the pure substance. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: Xn, N; R: 21/22-38-43-50/53; S: (2)-36/37-60-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Dicofol (FAO/PL:1968/M/9/1) Dicofol (AGP:1970/M/12/1) Dicofol (WHO Pesticide Residues Series 4) Dicofol (Pesticide residues in food: 1992 evaluations Part II Toxicology) Dicofol (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 30, 1983)