| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2848 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 0 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Tetrachloroethylene Laboratory Grade |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | CCl’:CCL’ |
| RTECS: | KX3850000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 127-18-4 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Tetrachloroethylene | CAS# 127-18-4 | 100% | V/V | OSHA TWA 25 ppm (170 mg/mƒ) |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation. Avoid breathing vapors, or dusts. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. If symptoms persist, seek medical attention
EYES: Wash eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lids occasionally. Seek Medical Aid. INHALATION: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen
INGESTION: If swallowed, induce vomiting immediately after giving two glasses of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person.
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| Section 5 Fire Fighting Measures |
| Fire Extinguisher Type: | Any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | None Known. |
| Fire Fighting Procedure: | Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and clothing. |
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| Section 6 Accidental Release
Measures |
Absorb spill with inert material, then place in a chemical waste container. RemoveDispose of in a manner consistent with federal, local law.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated place away from incompatible materials. Wash thoroughly after handling. |
| Section 8 Exposure Controls
& Personal Protection |
Respiratory Protection:NIOSH/MSHA-approved respirator
Other Protective Equipment:
Wear appropriate clothing to prevent skin exposure
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| Section 9 Physical and Chemical Properties |
| Melting Point: | -22° C | Specific Gravity | 1.63
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| Boiling Point: | 119° C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 100 |
| Vapor Pressure: | 16 |
Evaporation Rate: | 0.27 |
| Vapor Density: |
5.83 |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Soluble |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Not applicable |
| Appearance and Odor: |
clear liquid, ether-like odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
| Flash Point: |
N/A |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
Not applicable |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: None known |
Materials to Avoid:
Oxidizing agents, metals, bases |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon dioxide, carbon monoxide. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Effects of overexposure, Acute and Chronic: May cause irritation and pain to eyes. Contact with skin may cause irritation or dermatitis. Inhalation may cause irritation to respiratory tract. Affects central nervous system. May cause giddiness, headache, intoxication, nausea, vomiting, liver damage, kidnay damage, breathing arrest and death. Conditions aggravated: Persons with pre-exisitng eye, skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. Target organs: Liver and kidneys. |
| DOT Classification: Tetrachloroethylene, 6.1, UN1897, PG III, Marine pollutant |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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