SULFUR DICHLORIDE | ICSC: 1661 (April 2007) |
Chlorine sulfide Dichlorosulfane Monosulfur dichloride |
CAS #: 10545-99-0 |
UN #: 1828 |
EC Number: 234-129-0 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting. | Use dry powder, carbon dioxide. NO water. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water. |
AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation. Laboured breathing. | Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
Skin | Redness. Pain. Serious skin burns. | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | First rinse with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, then remove contaminated clothes and rinse again. Refer for medical attention . |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns. | Wear face shield 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 | Burning sensation. Sore throat. Abdominal pain. Shock or collapse. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: gas-tight chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Cover the spilled material with dry inert absorbent. Carefully collect remainder in plastic containers. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
May be corrosive to metalsCauses severe skin burns and eye damage May cause damage to lungs Very toxic to aquatic life Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from ammonia, water, oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Cool. Dry. 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. |
SULFUR DICHLORIDE | ICSC: 1661 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
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Formula: Cl2S |
EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS | |
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Inhalation risk
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OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS |
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ENVIRONMENT |
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The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. |
NOTES |
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Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor, or by an authorized person, should be considered. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification Symbol: C, N; R: 14-34-37-50; S: (1/2)-26-45-61 |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations