ICSC 0079 - 1,1,1-TRICHLOROETHANE

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1,1,1-TRICHLOROETHANE	ICSC: 0079 (April 2007)
Methyl chloroform Methyltrichloromethane alpha-Trichloroethane

CAS #: 71-55-6

UN #: 2831

EC Number: 200-756-3

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible under specific conditions. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. See Notes.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Headache. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Nausea. Incoordination. Unconsciousness.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Dry skin. Redness.	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.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Nausea. Vomiting. Abdominal pain. Diarrhoea. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Do NOT induce vomiting. Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. 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 WARNING Causes mild skin irritation Causes eye irritation May cause drowsiness and dizziness May cause damage to cardiovascular system if inhaled Harmful to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs, strong oxidants, aluminium, magnesium and zinc. Cool. Dry. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

1,1,1-TRICHLOROETHANE

ICSC: 0079

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air. Chemical dangers Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes. Reacts violently with aluminium, aluminium alloys, magnesium, bases, strong oxidants, acetone and zinc.	Formula: C₂H₃Cl₃ / CCl₃CH₃ Molecular mass: 133.4 Boiling point: 74°C Melting point: -30°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.34 Solubility in water: poor Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 13.3 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.6 Flash point: see Notes Auto-ignition temperature: 537°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 8-16 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.49

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes. Reacts violently with aluminium, aluminium alloys, magnesium, bases, strong oxidants, acetone and zinc.

Formula: C₂H₃Cl₃ / CCl₃CH₃
Molecular mass: 133.4
Boiling point: 74°C
Melting point: -30°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.34
Solubility in water: poor
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 13.3
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.6
Flash point: see Notes
Auto-ignition temperature: 537°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 8-16
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.49

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in lowering of consciousness. Exposure at high levels could cause cardiac dysrhythmia.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes, respiratory tract and skin. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in lowering of consciousness. Exposure at high levels could cause cardiac dysrhythmia.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 350 ppm as TWA; 450 ppm as STEL; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen); BEI issued. MAK: 550 mg/m³, 100 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: C. EU-OEL: 555 mg/m³, 100 ppm as TWA; 1110 mg/m³, 200 ppm as STEL

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Combustible vapour/air mixtures difficult to ignite, may be developed under certain conditions. The substance burns only in excess oxygen or if a strong source of ignition is present. Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding. An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect.

NOTES

Combustible vapour/air mixtures difficult to ignite, may be developed under certain conditions.
The substance burns only in excess oxygen or if a strong source of ignition is present.
Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding.
An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert.
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; Note: F; R: 20-59; S: (2)-24/25-59-61

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