ICSC 0740 - CHLORDANE (TECHNICAL PRODUCT)

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CHLORDANE (TECHNICAL PRODUCT)	ICSC: 0740 (March 1998)
1,2,4,5,6,7,8,8-Octachloro-2,3,3a,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methanoindene 1,2,4,5,6,7,8,8-Octachloro-2,3,3a,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methano-1H-indene

CAS #: 57-74-9

UN #: 2996

EC Number: 200-349-0

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Use alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide, water spray.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF ADOLESCENTS AND CHILDREN! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	See Ingestion.	Use breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED!	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles, face shield 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	Confusion. Convulsions. Nausea. Vomiting.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rest. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: chemical protection suit including self-contained breathing apparatus. 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. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs, bases and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Severe marine pollutant.

CHLORDANE (TECHNICAL PRODUCT)

ICSC: 0740

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance TECHNICAL-GRADE PRODUCT: LIGHT YELLOW-TO-AMBER VISCOUS LIQUID. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on burning. Decomposes on contact with bases. This produces toxic fumes including phosgene and hydrogen chloride. Attacks iron, zinc, plastics, rubber and coatings.	Formula: C₁₀H₆Cl₈ Molecular mass: 409.8 Boiling point at 0.27kPa: 175°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.59 - 1.63 Solubility in water: none Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.0013 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.78

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
TECHNICAL-GRADE PRODUCT: LIGHT YELLOW-TO-AMBER VISCOUS LIQUID.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on burning. Decomposes on contact with bases. This produces toxic fumes including phosgene and hydrogen chloride. Attacks iron, zinc, plastics, rubber and coatings.

Formula: C₁₀H₆Cl₈
Molecular mass: 409.8
Boiling point at 0.27kPa: 175°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.59 - 1.63
Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.0013
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.78

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure Exposure at high levels could cause disorientation, tremors, convulsions, respiratory failure and death. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the liver and immune system. This may result in tissue lesions and liver impairment. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
Exposure at high levels could cause disorientation, tremors, convulsions, respiratory failure and death. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the liver and immune system. This may result in tissue lesions and liver impairment. This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: (inhalable fraction and vapour): 0.5 mg/m³, as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: (inhalable fraction): 0.5 mg/m³; peak limitation category: II(8); skin absorption (H); carcinogen category: 3

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to soil organisms and bees. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.

NOTES
If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s). Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. See ICSC 0743.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 21/22-40-50/53; S: (2)-36/37-60-61

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