ICSC 0436 - 1,2-DICHLOROETHYLENE

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1,2-DICHLOROETHYLENE	ICSC: 0436 (July 2003)
Acetylene dichloride symmetrical Dichloroethylene 1,2-Dichloroethene

CAS #: 540-59-0

UN #: 1150

EC Number: 208-750-2

	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, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

STRICT HYGIENE!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Dizziness. Nausea. Drowsiness. Weakness. Unconsciousness. Vomiting.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Dry skin.	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	Abdominal pain. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Do NOT wash away into sewer. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: II
STORAGE
Fireproof. Well closed. See Chemical Dangers.
PACKAGING

1,2-DICHLOROETHYLENE

ICSC: 0436

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 under the influence of air, light and moisture. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Reacts with strong oxidants. Reacts with copper, copper alloys and bases. This produces toxic chloroacetylene which is spontaneously flammable in contact with air. Attacks plastics.	Formula: C₂H₂Cl₂ / ClCH=CHCl Molecular mass: 96.95 Boiling point: 55°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.28 Solubility in water: poor Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.34 Flash point: 2°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 460°C Explosive limits, vol% in air: 9.7-12.8 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2

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 under the influence of air, light and moisture. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Reacts with strong oxidants. Reacts with copper, copper alloys and bases. This produces toxic chloroacetylene which is spontaneously flammable in contact with air. Attacks plastics.

Formula: C₂H₂Cl₂ / ClCH=CHCl
Molecular mass: 96.95
Boiling point: 55°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.28
Solubility in water: poor
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 3.34
Flash point: 2°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 460°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 9.7-12.8
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2

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 irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system at high levels. This may result in lowering of consciousness.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air will be reached quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster. 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 liver.

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 irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system at high levels. This may result in lowering of consciousness.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C; on spraying or dispersing, however, much faster.

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 liver.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 200 ppm as TWA. MAK: 800 mg/m³, 200 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2)

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: F, Xn; R: 11-20-52/53; S: (2)-7-16-29-61; Note: C

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