DICHLOROACETYLENE | ICSC: 1426 (October 2001) |
Dichloroethyne |
CAS #: 7572-29-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive. Explosive. | NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. NO contact with acids or oxidizing agents. NO contact with hot surfaces. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Do NOT expose to friction or shock. | Use water spray, foam, carbon dioxide. Combat fire from a sheltered position. In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. |
STRICT HYGIENE! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Sore throat. Dizziness. Facial paralysis, numbness and tremor. | Use closed system or ventilation. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | Protective gloves. | Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. | |
Eyes | Redness. | Wear safety spectacles 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 | Abdominal pain. Further see Inhalation. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Refer for medical attention . Rinse mouth. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Remove all ignition sources. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Personal protection: filter respirator for organic vapours of low boiling point adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. |
According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Fireproof. Separated from strong acids and oxidants. Cool. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room. | |
PACKAGING | |
Airtight. |
DICHLOROACETYLENE | ICSC: 1426 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C2Cl2 |
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: 0.1 ppm as STEL; A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: carcinogen category: 2 |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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The substance is combustible but no flash point is available in literature. Combustion in a confined space may turn into detonation. The occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure. The substance is not commercially available, but it is a decomposition product of trichlorethylene, trichloroethane and it is also a by-product of vinylidene chloride. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: E, Xn; R: 2-40-48/20; S: (2)-36/37 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations Dichloroacetylene (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 39, 1986) Dichloroacetylene (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 71, 1999)