VINYL CHLORIDE
ICSC: 0082 |
Chloroethene Chloroethylene VCM C2H3Cl / H2C=CHCl Molecular mass: 62.5 (cylinder) ICSC # 0082 | CAS # 75-01-4 RTECS # KU9625000 UN # 1086 (stabilized) EC # 602-023-00-7 April 13, 2000 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Extremely flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. | Shut off supply; if not possible and no risk to surroundings, let the fire burn itself out; in other cases extinguish with powder, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Gas/air mixtures are explosive. | Closed system, ventilation, explosion-proof electrical equipment and lighting. Use non-sparking handtools. | In case of fire: keep cylinder cool by spraying with water. Combat fire from a sheltered position. |
EXPOSURE | AVOID ALL CONTACT! | IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |
INHALATION | Dizziness. Drowsiness. Headache. Unconsciousness. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | ON CONTACT WITH LIQUID: FROSTBITE. | Protective gloves. Cold-insulating gloves. Protective clothing. | ON FROSTBITE: rinse with plenty of water, do NOT remove clothes. |
EYES | Redness. Pain. | Safety goggles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection. | First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor. |
INGESTION | Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. |
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. | Fireproof. Separated from incompatible materials .( See Chemical Dangers. ) Cool. Store only if stabilized. | Note: D F+ symbol T symbol R: 45-12 S: 53-45 UN Hazard Class: 2.1 | ||
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VINYL CHLORIDE | ICSC: 0082 |
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ENVIRONMENTAL | This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to ground water contamination. | |||
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Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. The odour warning when the exposure limit value is exceeded is insufficient. Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding. An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert. Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See section Occupational Exposure Limits.
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