ICSC 0080 - 1,1,2-TRICHLOROETHANE

1,1,2-TRICHLOROETHANE

ICSC: 0080
_{Peer-Review Status: 01.04.2009 Validated}

Vinyl trichloride
beta-Trichloroethane

CAS #: 79-00-5 RTECS #: KJ3150000
EC #: 602-014-00-8
EINECS #: 201-166-9

Formula: C₂H₃Cl₃ / CHCl₂CH₂Cl
Molecular mass: 133.4

TYPES OF HAZARD / EXPOSURE	ACUTE HAZARDS / SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID / FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE	Combustible under specific conditions. Heating will cause rise in pressure with risk of bursting. See Notes.	NO open flames. NO contact with hot surfaces.	Use powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION			In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

EXPOSURE		PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
Inhalation	Cough. Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Nausea.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	MAY BE ABSORBED! Dry skin. Redness.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety spectacles or face shield.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Aspiration hazard! See Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention . Do NOT induce vomiting.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. 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.

Marine pollutant.
EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 20/21/22-40-66; S: (2)-9-36/37-46
UN Classification
UN Hazard Class: 9; UN Pack Group: III
GHS Classification
Signal: Danger
Harmful if swallowed
Toxic if inhaled
Causes mild skin irritation
Causes eye irritation
May cause drowsiness or dizziness
May be fatal if swallowed and enters airways
Harmful to aquatic life
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects
skull;toxic

EMERGENCY RESPONSE	SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-90GM6-III. NFPA Code: H3; F1; R0.	Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases and metals. Well closed. Ventilation along the floor. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

IMPORTANT DATA

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on contact with hot surfaces or flames. This produces toxic and corrosive gases including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and phosgene (see ICSC 0007). Reacts with strong bases, strong oxidants and metals. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

Occupational exposure limits
TLV: 10ppm as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans); (ACGIH 2009).
MAK: 10 ppm, 55 mg/m³; Carcinogen category: 3B; Peak limitation category: II(2); Skin absorption (H); (DFG 2008).

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

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in lowering of consciousness. The substance may cause effects on the kidneys and liver. This may result in impaired functions. If swallowed the substance may cause vomiting and could result in aspiration pneumonitis.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The liquid defats the skin. Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dryness and cracking.

PHYSICAL PROPERTIES	ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
Boiling point: 114°C Melting point: -36°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.4 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 20°C: 0.45 (very poor) Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 2.5 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.6 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.09 Explosive limits, vol% in air: 6-15.5 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.35 Viscosity: 1.17 mm²/s at 25°C	The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

NOTES

Combustible vapour/air mixtures difficult to ignite, may be developed under certain conditions .
Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect.
The relation between odour and the occupational exposure limit cannot be indicated.
Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       1,1,2-Trichloroethane  (SIDS)