ALDRIN | ICSC: 0774 (March 1998) |
1,2,3,4,10,10-Hexachloro-1,4,4a,5,8,8a-hexahydro-exo-1,4-endo-5,8-dimethanonaphthalene 1,4:5,8-Dimethanonaphthalene, 1,2,3,4,10,10-hexachloro-1,4,4a,5,8,8a-hexahydro-,(1alpha,4alpha,4aß,5alpha,8alpha,8aß) HHDN |
CAS #: 309-00-2 |
UN #: 2761 |
EC Number: 206-215-8 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. |
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | See Ingestion. | Use ventilation (not if powder). | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
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 | Wear safety goggles or face shield. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. | |
Ingestion | Convulsions. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Muscle twitching. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating. | Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. Refer for medical attention . |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Do NOT wash away into sewer. 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. Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Severe marine pollutant. |
ALDRIN | ICSC: 0774 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C12H8Cl6 |
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: 0.05 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: (inhalable fraction): 0.25 mg/m3; peak limitation category: II(8); skin absorption (H) |
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 birds and bees. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment because it is persistent. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. Avoid release to the environment in circumstances different to normal use. |
NOTES |
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. 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. Do NOT take working clothes home. The recommendations on this Card also apply to ICSC 0787 (dieldrin). |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: T, N; R: 24/25-40-48/24/25-50/53; S: (1/2)-22-36/37-45-60-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Aldrin (PIM 573) Aldrin (FAO Meeting Report PL/1965/10/1) Aldrin (FAO/PL:CP/15) Aldrin (FAO/PL:1967/M/11/1) Aldrin (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Supplement7, 1987) Aldrin (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 5, 1974)