ICSC 0249 - 1,1-DICHLOROETHANE

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1,1-DICHLOROETHANE	ICSC: 0249 (April 2017)
Ethane, 1,1-dichloro- Ethylidene chloride

CAS #: 75-34-3

UN #: 2362

EC Number: 200-863-5

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Highly 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. Do NOT use compressed air for filling, discharging, or handling.	Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Dizziness. Drowsiness. Lethargy. Nausea. Unconsciousness.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Dry skin. Roughness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety spectacles.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Burning sensation. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT wash away into sewer. 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 DANGER Highly flammable liquid and vapour May cause damage to liver and kidneys through prolonged or repeated exposure Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Fireproof. See Chemical Dangers. Cool.
PACKAGING
Marine pollutant.

1,1-DICHLOROETHANE

ICSC: 0249

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible. Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including phosgene (see ICSC 0007) and hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Reacts violently with strong oxidants, alkali metals, alkaline earth metals and powdered metals. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks aluminium, iron and polyethylene. Contact with strong caustic causes formation of flammable and toxic acetaldehyde gas.	Formula: CH₃CHCl₂ Molecular mass: 99.0 Boiling point: 57°C Melting point: -98°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.2 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.6 (poor) Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 24 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.4 Flash point: -6°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 458°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 5.6-11.4 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.8

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air and may travel along the ground; distant ignition possible.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including phosgene (see ICSC 0007) and hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Reacts violently with strong oxidants, alkali metals, alkaline earth metals and powdered metals. This generates fire and explosion hazard. Attacks aluminium, iron and polyethylene. Contact with strong caustic causes formation of flammable and toxic acetaldehyde gas.

Formula: CH₃CHCl₂
Molecular mass: 99.0
Boiling point: 57°C
Melting point: -98°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.2
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.6 (poor)
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 24
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.4
Flash point: -6°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 458°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 5.6-11.4
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.8

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 irritating to the eyes and upper respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause unconsciousness.	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. The substance may have effects on the kidneys and liver.

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 irritating to the eyes and upper respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. Exposure at high levels could cause unconsciousness.

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. The substance may have effects on the kidneys and liver.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 100 ppm as TWA; A4 (not classifiable as a human carcinogen). MAK: 205 mg/m³, 50 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: C; carcinogen category: 3. EU-OEL: 412 mg/m³, 100 ppm as TWA; (skin)

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.

NOTES
Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: F, Xn; R: 11-22-36/37-52/53; S: (2)-16-23-61

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