ICSC 0990 - BENZYL CHLOROFORMATE

BENZYL CHLOROFORMATE	ICSC: 0990 (April 2004)
Benzylcarbonyl chloride Carbobenzoxy chloride Formic acid, chlorobenzyl ester

CAS #: 501-53-1

UN #: 1739

EC Number: 207-925-0

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames. NO contact with water.	Use dry powder, foam, carbon dioxide.

AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Shortness of breath. Sore throat. Laboured breathing.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Skin burns.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Watering of the eyes. Severe deep burns.	Wear 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	Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Do NOT induce vomiting. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 8; UN Pack Group: I
STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant.

BENZYL CHLOROFORMATE

ICSC: 0990

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance OILY COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH PUNGENT ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces phosgene. Decomposes on contact with water. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Attacks many metals in the presence of water or moist air.	Formula: C₈H₇ClO₂ Molecular mass: 170.6 Decomposes at >100°C Melting point: 0°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.20 Solubility in water: reaction Vapour pressure, kPa at 85-87°C: 0.009 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1 Flash point: 80.0°C c.c.

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
OILY COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces phosgene. Decomposes on contact with water. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Attacks many metals in the presence of water or moist air.

Formula: C₈H₇ClO₂
Molecular mass: 170.6
Decomposes at >100°C
Melting point: 0°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.20
Solubility in water: reaction
Vapour pressure, kPa at 85-87°C: 0.009
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 1
Flash point: 80.0°C c.c.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure Lachrymation. The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation of the aerosol may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly on spraying. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
Lachrymation. The substance is corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation of the aerosol may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly on spraying.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential. Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor, or by an authorized person, should be considered.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: C, N; R: 34-50/53; S: (1/2)-26-45-60-61

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