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2-CHLOROETHANOL

ICSC: 0236

2-Chloroethyl alcohol
Ethylene chlorohydrin
Glycol chlorohydrin
C2H5ClO / ClCH2CH2OH
Molecular mass: 80.5
ICSC # 0236 		CAS # 107-07-3
RTECS # KK0875000
UN # 1135
EC # 603-028-00-7
May 05, 2003 Validated

TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE

ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS

PREVENTION

FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING

FIRE Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking.
Powder, alcohol-resistant foam, water spray, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 60°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
Above 60°C closed system, ventilation, and explosion-proof electrical equipment.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
EXPOSURE
AVOID ALL CONTACT!
IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
•INHALATION Cough. Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Sore throat. Vomiting.
Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
•SKIN MAY BE ABSORBED! (Further see Inhalation).
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention.
•EYES Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns.
Safety goggles, face shield, 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 (See Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.
Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.
Fireproof. Separated from strong bases, oxidants , food and feedstuffs . Dry. Well closed.
Unbreakable packaging; put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T+ symbol
R: 26/27/28
S: 1/2-7/9-28-45
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Subsidiary Risks: 3
UN Packing Group: I
ICSC: 0236 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities (C) IPCS CEC 1994. No modifications to the International version have been made except to add the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.

2-CHLOROETHANOL

ICSC: 0236

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS LIQUID , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic and corrosive gases ( hydrogen chloride , phosgene ). Reacts violently with oxidants causing fire and explosion hazard. Reacts with water or steam to produce toxic and corrosive fumes. Reacts with strong bases to produce ethylene oxide causing toxic and fire hazard.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS:
TLV: 1 ppm (Ceiling value), (skin), A4, (ACGIH 2003).
MAK: 1 ppm, 3.3 mg/m3, H,
Peak limitation category: II(1), Pregnancy risk group: C;
(DFG 2002).
OSHA PEL†: TWA 5 ppm (16 mg/m3) skin
NIOSH REL: C 1 ppm (3 mg/m3) skin
NIOSH IDLH: 7 ppm See: 107073


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation, through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes and the respiratory tract . The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system , cardiovascular system , kidneys and liver , resulting in cardiac disorders , low blood pressure, kidney impairment , liver impairment and respiratory failure . Exposure may result in death.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Boiling point: 128-130°C
Melting point: -67°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.2
Solubility in water:
miscible
Vapour pressure, kPa at 20°C: 0.65
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 2.78
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.01
Flash point: 60°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 425°C
Explosive limits, vol% in air: 4.9-15.9
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: -0.06

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

The substance is harmful to aquatic organisms.

N O T E S

The occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure. Do NOT use in the vicinity of a fire or a hot surface, or during welding.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61S1135

NFPA Code: H 4; F 2; R 0;

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION



ICSC: 0236 2-CHLOROETHANOL
(C) IPCS, CEC, 1994
IMPORTANT LEGAL NOTICE: Neither NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS nor any person acting on behalf of NIOSH, the CEC or the IPCS is responsible for the use which might be made of this information. This card contains the collective views of the IPCS Peer Review Committee and may not reflect in all cases all the detailed requirements included in national legislation on the subject. The user should verify compliance of the cards with the relevant legislation in the country of use. The only modifications made to produce the U.S. version is inclusion of the OSHA PELs, NIOSH RELs and NIOSH IDLH values.
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