ICSC 0762 - 1,3-CYCLOHEXADIENE

1,3-CYCLOHEXADIENE	ICSC: 0762 (August 1997)

CAS #: 592-57-4

UN #: 1993

EC Number: 209-764-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Flammable. Above 26°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames, NO sparks and NO smoking. Above 26°C use a closed system, ventilation and explosion-proof electrical equipment.	Use water spray, powder, foam, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Sore throat.	Use ventilation.	Fresh air, rest.
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		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. 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 Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 3; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants. Cool. Keep in the dark. Well closed. Store only if stabilized.
PACKAGING
Airtight.

1,3-CYCLOHEXADIENE

ICSC: 0762

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS LIQUID. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air. Chemical dangers The substance can form explosive peroxides on exposure to air. Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard.	Formula: C₆H₈ Molecular mass: 80.1 Boiling point: 81°C Melting point: -89°C Relative density (water = 1): 0.84 Solubility in water: none Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.8 (calculated) Flash point: 26°C c.c. Explosive limits, vol% in air: see Notes

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS LIQUID.

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air.

Chemical dangers
The substance can form explosive peroxides on exposure to air. Reacts with strong oxidants. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

Formula: C₆H₈
Molecular mass: 80.1
Boiling point: 81°C
Melting point: -89°C
Relative density (water = 1): 0.84
Solubility in water: none
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.8 (calculated)
Flash point: 26°C c.c.
Explosive limits, vol% in air: see Notes

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour.

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

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
Explosive limits are unknown in literature, although the substance is combustible and has a flash point < 61°C. Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken. An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert. Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.

NOTES

Explosive limits are unknown in literature, although the substance is combustible and has a flash point < 61°C.
Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken.
An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert.
Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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