3-CHLORO-1,2-PROPANEDIOL (RACEMIC MIXTURE) | ICSC: 1664 (April 2009) |
alpha-Chlorohydrin Glycerol alpha-monochlorohydrin Chlorhydrin 3-Chloro-1,2-dihydroxypropane |
CAS #: 96-24-2 |
UN #: 2689 |
EC Number: 202-492-4 |
ACUTE HAZARDS | PREVENTION | FIRE FIGHTING | |
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FIRE & EXPLOSION | Combustible. Risk of explosion on contact with strong oxidants. | NO open flames. | Use alcohol-resistant foam, dry powder, carbon dioxide. |
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! | |||
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SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID | |
Inhalation | Cough. Sore throat. Further see Ingestion. | Avoid inhalation of mist. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
Skin | See Ingestion. | Protective gloves. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. |
Eyes | Redness. Pain. | Wear safety goggles. | Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer for medical attention. |
Ingestion | Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Dizziness. Drowsiness. | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. | Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer immediately for medical attention. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING |
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Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. |
According to UN GHS Criteria DANGER
Fatal if inhaledToxic if swallowed Harmful in contact with skin Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing cancer Suspected of damaging fertility or the unborn child Causes damage to central nervous system if swallowed May cause respiratory irritation Causes damage to the kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure if swallowed Transportation |
STORAGE | |
Dry. Well closed. Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. | |
PACKAGING | |
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. |
3-CHLORO-1,2-PROPANEDIOL (RACEMIC MIXTURE) | ICSC: 1664 |
PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION | |
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Physical State; Appearance
Physical dangers
Chemical dangers
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Formula: C3H7ClO2 / HOCH2CHOHCH2Cl |
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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MAK: 0.023 mg/m3, 0.005 ppm; peak limitation category: II(8); skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 3; pregnancy risk group: D |
ENVIRONMENT |
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NOTES |
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Health effects of exposure to the substance have not been investigated adequately. CAS numbers for optical isomers are 57090-45-6 for the R(-) isomer and 60827-45-4 for the S(+) isomer. |
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION | ||
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EC Classification |
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See Also: Toxicological Abbreviations