ICSC 0080 - 1,1,2-TRICHLOROETHANE

1,1,2-TRICHLOROETHANE	ICSC: 0080 (April 2009)
Vinyl trichloride beta-Trichloroethane

CAS #: 79-00-5

UN #: 2810

EC Number: 201-166-9

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	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. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
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	CLASSIFICATION & 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.	According to UN GHS Criteria 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 with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
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.
PACKAGING
Marine pollutant.

1,1,2-TRICHLOROETHANE

ICSC: 0080

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
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.	Formula: C₂H₃Cl₃ / CHCl₂CH₂Cl Molecular mass: 133.4 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

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

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.

Formula: C₂H₃Cl₃ / CHCl₂CH₂Cl
Molecular mass: 133.4
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

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. 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.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dryness and cracking.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the skin. 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.

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

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

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 10 ppm as TWA; (skin); A3 (confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to humans). MAK: 5,5 mg/m³, 1 ppm; peak limitation category: I(2); skin absorption (H); pregnancy risk group: D; carcinogen category: 3

ENVIRONMENT
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

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn; R: 20/21/22-40-66; S: (2)-9-36/37-46

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