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CAS # 98-07-7 BENZOTRICHLORIDE

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1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE AND SUPPLIER

Name On Label : Benzotrichloride
Alternative Names : alpha,alpha,alpha-Trichloromethylbenzene; alpha,alpha,alpha-Trichlorotoluene


2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS

Name : Benzotrichloride
Minor Impurities : Not determined
CAS Number : 98-07-7
EINECS Number : 2026345
EEC Number :
 


3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION

Designation : VERY TOXIC ~ CORROSIVE ~ POSSIBLE CARCINOGEN ~ LACHRYMATORY
Risk Phrases
R26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R34 Causes burns.
 


4. FIRST AID MEASURES

Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult give oxygen and seek medical attention.

Eye Contact
Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. Seek urgent medical attention.

Skin Contact
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water. Rinse thoroughly. In case of skin damage seek urgent medical advice. Show the physician the container details.

Ingestion
Rinse out mouth and drink lots of water. Seek urgent medical attention and show physician the container details.
 


5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES

Extinguishing Medium
Use fire fighting measures which suit the environment and take into account other materials which may be involved. In general, water-based extinguishers should not be used for fires involving organic materials. Use carbon dioxide or dry powder.

Protective Equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.

Hazardous Products of Combustion May Include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride (hydrochloric acid).
 


6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES

Personal Protection
Avoid inhalation or contact of vapor with eyes. Wear protective equipment including rubber gloves, safety goggles or breathing equipment. Keep unprotected persons away.

Environmental Protection
Take precautions to ensure product does not contaminate the ground or enter the drainage system.

Collection
Mix with vermiculite or proprietary absorbent material and transfer to sealed containers for disposal.
 


7. HANDLING AND STORAGE

Handling
Chemicals should be used only by those trained in handling potentially hazardous materials. Rubber gloves, eye protection and protective clothing should be worn. Operations should be carried out in an efficient fume hood or equivalent system.

Storage
Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool place.
Protect from moisture.
 


8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION

Respiratory
Avoid inhalation of product. Handle in an efficient fume hood or equivalent system.

Eye
Avoid eye contact. Wear safety spectacles, goggles or, for larger quantities, a full face mask.

Hands and Body
Corrosive product. Avoid skin contact. Wear corrosive-resistant gloves and, for larger quantities, full arm and body protection. Wash hands thoroughly after handling.


9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES

Appearance : Pale yellow-colorless liquid
Physical Constants: b.p. 221-223°
Molecular Formula : C7H5Cl3
Formula Weight : 195.48
Water Solubility : Dec
Density : 1.38

Flash Point : 97°


10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY

Specific Hazard
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition
Hazardous products of decomposition may include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride (hydrochloric acid).


11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION

RTECS Number : XT9275000
Acute Toxicity
LD50 : ORL-RAT 6gm/kg; SKN-RBT 4gm/kg

Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns.

Special Note
Causes burns. Material is extremely destructive to mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin. Inhalation may be fatal. Symptoms may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, headache, nausea and vomiting.
Chronic Toxicity
Carcinogen. Mutagen. May cause damage to the central nervous system.


12. ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS

General
Take care to prevent chemicals from entering the ground, water courses or drainage systems.


13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS

Disposal
Disposal should be via an approved contractor and should take full account of local regulations.


14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION

UN Number : 2226
Land Transport
ADR/RIC Code/Class: 6.1 /Packing Group I
Maritime Transport IMDG Code/Class : 6.1 /Packing Group I
Air Transport IATA Code/Class : 6.1 /Packing Group I


15. REGULATORY INFORMATION

CAS Number : 98-07-7
EINECS Number : 2026345
EEC Number :
UN Number : 2226
RTECS Number : XT9275000
Hazard Indication : VERY TOXIC ~ CORROSIVE ~ POSSIBLE CARCINOGEN ~ LACHRYMATORY

Carcinogenicity : IARC listed human carcinogen and NTP listed as reasonably anticipated to be a carcinogen.

Risk and Safety Phrases
Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Causes burns.
Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

TSCA: Listed substance.
 


16. OTHER INFORMATION
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