ICSC 0083 - VINYLIDENE CHLORIDE

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VINYLIDENE CHLORIDE	ICSC: 0083 (April 2014)
1,1-Dichloroethene 1,1-Dichloroethylene VDC

CAS #: 75-35-4

UN #: 1303 (stabilized)

EC Number: 200-864-0

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Extremely flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Vapour/air mixtures are explosive.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Use non-sparking handtools.	Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Unconsciousness.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Skin		Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Evacuate danger area! Remove all ignition sources. Consult an expert! Personal protection: filter respirator for organic vapours of low boiling point adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Extremely flammable liquid and vapour Toxic if swallowed May be harmful if inhaled May cause drowsiness or dizziness May cause damage to liver and kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: I
STORAGE
Store only if stabilized. Fireproof. Keep in the dark. Cool. Separated from incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING
Airtight. Unbreakable packaging. Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Marine pollutant.

VINYLIDENE CHLORIDE

ICSC: 0083

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance VOLATILE COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. Vapours are uninhibited and may polymerize, causing blockage of vents. Chemical dangers The substance can readily form explosive peroxides. The substance readily polymerizes due to heating or under the influence of oxygen, sunlight, copper or aluminium. This generates fire or explosion hazard. May explode on heating or on contact with flames. Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen chloride and phosgene. Reacts violently with oxidants.	Formula: C₂H₂Cl₂ / H₂C=CCl₂ Molecular mass: 97.0 Boiling point: 32°C Melting point: -122°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.2 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.25 (very poor) Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 66.5 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.3 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 2.5 Flash point: -25°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 530°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 5.6-16 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.41

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
VOLATILE COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. Vapours are uninhibited and may polymerize, causing blockage of vents.

Chemical dangers
The substance can readily form explosive peroxides. The substance readily polymerizes due to heating or under the influence of oxygen, sunlight, copper or aluminium. This generates fire or explosion hazard. May explode on heating or on contact with flames. Decomposes on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes of hydrogen chloride and phosgene. Reacts violently with oxidants.

Formula: C₂H₂Cl₂ / H₂C=CCl₂
Molecular mass: 97.0
Boiling point: 32°C
Melting point: -122°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.2
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.25 (very poor)
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 66.5
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.3
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 2.5
Flash point: -25°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 530°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 5.6-16
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.41

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and upper respiratory tract. Exposure far above the OEL could cause lowering of consciousness.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the kidneys and liver. This may result in liver function impairment and kidney impairment. Tumours have been detected in experimental animals but may not be relevant to humans.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the eyes and upper respiratory tract. Exposure far above the OEL could cause lowering of consciousness.

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

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the kidneys and liver. This may result in liver function impairment and kidney impairment. Tumours have been detected in experimental animals but may not be relevant to humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 5 ppm as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: 8.0 mg/m³, 2 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2); carcinogen category: 3; pregnancy risk group: C. EU-OEL: 8 mg/m³, 2 ppm as TWA; 20 mg/m³, 5 ppm as STEL

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert. The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: F+, Xn; R: 12-20-40; S: (2)-7-16-29-36/37-46; Note: D

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