PERHYDRO-1,3,5-TRINITRO-1,3,5-TRIAZINE | ICSC: 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 | |
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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! | |||
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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 |
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Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Remove all ignition sources. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Explosive; mass explosion hazardToxic 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 |
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 | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C3H6N6O6 |
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: 0.5 mg/m3, as TWA; (skin); A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen) |
ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. |
NOTES |
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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 | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations