| Section 1 Identification |
| Product Number: | C2926 |
| Health: | 2 |
| Flammability | 0 |
| Reactivity | 1 |
Hazard Rating:
| Least | Slight | Moderate | High | Extreme |
| 0 | 1 | 2 | 3 | 4 |
NA = Not Applicable NE = Not Established
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| Product Name: | Trichloroethylene Reagent A.C.S. |
| Trade/Chemical Synonyms | |
| Formula: | ClCH:CCl’ |
| RTECS: | KX4550000 |
| C.A.S | CAS# 79-01-6 |
| Section 2 Component Mixture |
| Sara 313 | Component | CAS Number | % | Dim | Exposure Limits: |
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Trichloroethylene | CAS# 79-01-6 | 100 | V/V | 50 ppm TWA 100 ppm STEL |
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| Section 3 Hazard Identification (Also
see section 11) |
| Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed. |
| Section 4 First Aid Measures |
Keep away from heat and ignition sources. Harmful if swallowed. Avoid breathing vapors. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothes. Wash thoroughly after handling. Keep container closed.
FIRST AID: CALL A PHYSICIAN. SKIN: Remove contaminated clothing. Wash exposed area with soap and water.
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: Give several glasses of milk or water. Vomiting may occur spontaneously, but DO NOT INDUCE! 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: | Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions |
| 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: | -85° C | Specific Gravity | 1.463
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| Boiling Point: | 87° C |
Percent Volatile by Volume: | 100 |
| Vapor Pressure: | 61 @ 20° C |
Evaporation Rate: | onfromation not available |
| Vapor Density: |
4.5 |
Evaporation Standard: |
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| Solubility in Water: |
Immiscible with water |
Auto ignition Temperature: |
788° F |
| Appearance and Odor: |
Clear liquid, sweet chloroform odor |
Lower Flamm. Limit in Air: |
12.5 |
| Flash Point: |
N/A |
Upper Flamm. Limit in Air: |
90 |
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| Section 10 Stability and Reactivity Information |
| Stability: Stable | Conditions to Avoid: None known |
Materials to Avoid:
Strong oxidizing agents, metals, bases |
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Oxides of carbon, hydrogen chloride, phosgene gas. |
| Hazardous Polymerization:Will Not Occur |
| Condition to Avoid:None known |
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| Section 11
Additional Information |
| Effects of overexposure. Acute and Chronic: Harmful if swallowed, inhaled or absorbed through skin. Causes severe irritation. High concentrations are extreme;y distructive to tissues of the mucous membranes, upper respiratory tract, eyes and skin. May cause burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nsusea, and vomiting. Conditions aggravated: persons with pre-existing eye, skin or respiratory conditions may be more susceptible. Target organs: Central nervous system, liver, eyes, skin, kidneys, heart. May cause cancer based on animal studies. |
| DOT Classification: Trichloroethylene, 6.1, UN1710, PG III |
DOT regulations may change from time to time. Please
consult the most recent version of the relevant regulations.
| Revision No:1 | Date Entered: 9/1/2006 |
Approved by: WPF |
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