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PERHYDRO-1,3,5-TRINITRO-1,3,5-TRIAZINEICSC: 1641 (April 2007)
1,3,5-Triaza-1,3,5-trinitrocyclohexane
RDX (Royal Demolition Explosive)
Hexogen
Cyclonite
Cyclotrimethylenetrinitramine
CAS #: 121-82-4
UN #: see Notes
EC Number: 204-500-1

  ACUTE HAZARDS PREVENTION FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.  Risk of explosion. Explosive.  NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking.  Do NOT expose to friction or shock. Closed system, dust explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Prevent deposition of dust.  Use water in large amounts, powder, carbon dioxide.  Combat fire from a sheltered position. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. 

 STRICT HYGIENE! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! 
  SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID
Inhalation Weakness. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Convulsions. Unconsciousness.  Use closed system or ventilation.  Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. 
Skin   Protective gloves.  Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. 
Eyes Redness. Pain.  Wear safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.  First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention. 
Ingestion See Inhalation.  Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.  Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention. 

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Remove all ignition sources. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. 

According to UN GHS Criteria

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DANGER
Explosive; mass explosion hazard
Toxic if swallowed
Causes damage to central nervous system
Causes damage to the central nervous system through prolonged or repeated exposure
Harmful to aquatic life 

Transportation
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 1.1 

STORAGE
Substance should be kept wet. Fireproof. Well closed. Separated from combustible substances and strong oxidizers. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. 
PACKAGING
 
PERHYDRO-1,3,5-TRINITRO-1,3,5-TRIAZINE ICSC: 1641
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE CRYSTALLINE POWDER OR COLOURLESS CRYSTALS. 

Physical dangers
 

Chemical dangers
May decompose explosively on shock, friction or concussion. May explode on heating. This produces nitrogen oxides. Reacts with strong oxidants and combustible substances. 

Formula: C3H6N6O6
Molecular mass: 222.1
Melting point: 205.5°C
Density: 1.8 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure: negligible
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.87  


EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body in hazardous amounts by inhalation and by ingestion. 

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in irritability, insomnia, convulsions and unconsciousness. 

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly. 

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the central nervous system. Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. 


OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 0.5 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen) 

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. 

NOTES
Do NOT take working clothes home.
The technical product may contain impurities which alter the health effects.
The substance can only be transported either as UN 0072: CYCLOTRIMETHYLENE-TRINITRAMINE(CYCLONITE; HEXOGEN; RDX), WETTED with not less than 15% water, by mass; or as UN 0483 CYCLOTRIMETHYLENE-TRINITRAMINE(CYCLONITE; HEXOGEN; RDX), DESENSITIZED 

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION
  EC Classification
 

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