ICSC 0752 - DICOFOL

DICOFOL	ICSC: 0752 (November 2003)
2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-bis(4-chlorophenyl)ethanol 4,4'-Dichloro-alpha-(trichloromethyl)benzhydrol

CAS #: 115-32-2

EC Number: 204-082-0

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Confusion. Convulsions. Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. Confusion.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	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. Diarrhoea. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from acids. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
PACKAGING

DICOFOL

ICSC: 0752

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on burning. Decomposes on contact with acids. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride.	Formula: C₁₄H₉Cl₅O / (ClC₆H₄)₂C(OH)CCl₃ Molecular mass: 370.5 Melting point: 77-78°C Density: 1.13 g/cm³ Solubility in water: none Flash point: 193°C o.c. Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 4.28

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on burning. Decomposes on contact with acids. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride.

Formula: C₁₄H₉Cl₅O / (ClC₆H₄)₂C(OH)CCl₃
Molecular mass: 370.5
Melting point: 77-78°C
Density: 1.13 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none
Flash point: 193°C o.c.
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 4.28

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin (technical grade). The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system, liver and kidneys.	Inhalation risk Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and skin (technical grade). The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system, liver and kidneys.

Inhalation risk
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in fish.

NOTES
The appearance and physical properties of technical products can differ from those of the pure substance. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 21/22-38-43-50/53; S: (2)-36/37-60-61

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    See Also:
       Toxicological Abbreviations
       Dicofol (FAO/PL:1968/M/9/1)
       Dicofol (AGP:1970/M/12/1)
       Dicofol (WHO Pesticide Residues Series 4)
       Dicofol (Pesticide residues in food: 1992 evaluations Part II Toxicology)
       Dicofol (IARC Summary & Evaluation, Volume 30, 1983)