| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2925 |
| Health: | 3 |
| 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: | 1,1,1-Trichloroethane Laboratory Grade |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | CH“CCl“ |
| RTECS: | KJ2975000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 71-55-6 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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1,1,1-Trichloroethane | CAS# 71-55-6 | 100% | W/W | 350 ppm OSHA TWA, 450 ppm OSHA STEL |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| May be 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. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
May be 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.
FIRST AID: SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water. if irritation persists, 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: | Water spray, Carbon dioxide, dry chemical. |
| Fire/Explosion Hazards: | Vapor may travel considerable distance to source of ignition and flash back. |
| 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 |
Evacuate area. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing. Eliminate all sources of ignition.
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| Section 7 Handling and
Storage |
| Store in a cool dry well ventilated area. Keep away from heat and flame. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. |
| 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: | -45°C | Specific Gravity | 1.300
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| Boiling Point: | 72-88°C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | >99 |
| Vapor Pressure: | 135 mm Hg @25°C |
Evaporation Rate: | 0.35 |
| Vapor Density: |
4.54 |
Evaporation Standard: |
Ether =1 |
| Solubility in Water: |
Negligible |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
Information not available |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Clear, colorless liquid with organic odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
7% |
| Flash Point: |
Information not available |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
15% |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: Avoid contact with heat, sparks, flames, or other sources of ignition. |
Materials to Avoid:
Oxidizing materials,caustic soda,caustic potash. |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
hydrogen chloride and traces of phosgene |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| DANGER!! The vapors of this material can be ignited in a closed poorly ventilated area. This material can produce toxic fumes when ignited. Effects of over exposure:irritation of the eyes,skin and upper respiratory tract. Chronic:none are listed by the manufacturer. Target organs: eyes,skin,upper respiratory tract, central nervous system. Conditions aggravated/target organs. Persons with pre-existing eye,skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. |
| DOT Classification: 1,1,1-Trichloroethane, 6.1, UN2831,PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:0.1 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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