CHLOROACETONITRILE
ICSC: 0844 |
Chloroethanenitrile Monochloroacetonitrile Chloromethyl cyanide C2H2ClN / ClCH2CN Molecular mass: 75.5 ICSC # 0844 | CAS # 107-14-2 RTECS # AL8225000 UN # 2668 EC # 608-008-00-1 October 18, 1999 Validated |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE | ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS | PREVENTION | FIRST AID/ |
FIRE | Flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. | NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO smoking. | Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide. |
EXPLOSION | Above 47°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. | Above 47°C use a closed system, ventilation. | In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. |
EXPOSURE | STRICT HYGIENE! | IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR! | |
INHALATION | Sore throat. Cough. Headache. Laboured breathing. Weakness. Unconsciousness. | Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection. | Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention. |
SKIN | MAY BE ABSORBED! Redness. (Further see Inhalation). | Protective gloves. Protective clothing. | Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention. |
EYES | Redness. | 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 | (Further 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 | ||
Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! 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. Do NOT wash away into sewer. (Extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus). Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. | Fireproof. Separated from strong oxidants, strong bases, strong acids, food and feedstuffs. Well closed. Cool. Ventilation along the floor. | Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. T symbol N symbol R: 23/24/25-51/53 S: 1/2-45-61 UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Subsidiary Risks: 3 UN Packing Group: II | ||
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CHLOROACETONITRILE | ICSC: 0844 |
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