**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS **** 
 
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|      CAS#      |              Chemical Name           |    %     |  EINECS#  | 
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|      107-06-2  |1,2-Dichloroethane                    |   100    | 203-458-1 | 
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          Hazard Symbols: T F 
          Risk Phrases: 11 22 36/37/38 45 
 
                  **** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION **** 
 
                               EMERGENCY OVERVIEW 
Highly flammable. Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, 
respiratory system and skin. May cause cancer. 
 
Potential Health Effects 
     Eye: 
          Causes eye irritation.  Vapors may cause eye irritation.  May cause 
          chemical conjunctivitis and corneal damage. 
     Skin: 
          Causes skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin. May cause 
          irritation and dermatitis. May cause cyanosis of the extremities. 
     Ingestion: 
          May cause central nervous system depression, kidney damage, and 
          liver damage. May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, 
          vomiting and diarrhea. May cause effects similar to those for 
          inhalation exposure. May be harmful if swallowed. 
     Inhalation: 
          Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system 
          effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness 
          and coma. Causes respiratory tract irritation. May cause liver and 
          kidney damage. Aspiration may lead to pulmonary edema. Vapors may 
          cause dizziness or suffocation. Can produce delayed pulmonary edema. 
          Exposure to high concentrations may produce narcosis, nausea and loss 
          of consciousness. May cause burning sensation in the chest. 
     Chronic: 
          Possible cancer hazard based on tests with laboratory animals. 
          Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. Prolonged or 
          repeated eye contact may cause conjunctivitis. May cause liver and 
          kidney damage. Effects may be delayed. 
 
                    **** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES **** 
 
     Eyes: 
          Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, 
          occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid. 
     Skin: 
          Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at 
          least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash 
          clothing before reuse. 
     Ingestion: 
          Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical 
          aid. Do NOT induce vomiting. If conscious and alert, rinse mouth and 
          drink 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. 
     Inhalation: 
          Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, 
          give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. 
          Get medical aid. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. 
     Notes to Physician: 
          Treat symptomatically and supportively. 
 
                  **** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES **** 
 
     General Information: 
          As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in 
          pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full 
          protective gear. Vapors may form an explosive mixture with air. 
          During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by 
          thermal decomposition or combustion. Use water spray to keep 
          fire-exposed containers cool. Flammable liquid and vapor. Approach 
          fire from upwind to avoid hazardous vapors and toxic decomposition 
          products. Vapors are heavier than air and may travel to a source of 
          ignition and flash back. Vapors can spread along the ground and 
          collect in low or confined areas. 
     Extinguishing Media: 
          For small fires, use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, water spray or 
          alcohol-resistant foam. For large fires, use water spray, fog, or 
          alcohol-resistant foam. Water may be ineffective. Do NOT use 
          straight streams of water. 
 
                **** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES **** 
 
     General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated 
                          in Section 8. 
     Spills/Leaks: 
          Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), 
          then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and 
          ditches which lead to waterways. Clean up spills immediately, 
          observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Remove all 
          sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation. A 
          vapor suppressing foam may be used to reduce vapors. 
 
                   **** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE **** 
 
     Handling: 
          Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and 
          wash before reuse. Ground and bond containers when transferring 
          material. Use spark-proof tools and explosion proof equipment. Avoid 
          contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Empty containers retain 
          product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous. Keep 
          container tightly closed. Do not pressurize, cut, weld, braze, 
          solder, drill, grind, or expose empty containers to heat, sparks or 
          open flames. Use only with adequate ventilation. Keep away from heat, 
          sparks and flame. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. 
     Storage: 
          Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Keep away from sources of 
          ignition. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact 
          with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area 
          away from incompatible substances. Flammables-area. Storage under a 
          nitrogen blanket has been recommended. 
 
          **** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION **** 
 
     Engineering Controls: 
          Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped 
          with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate general or 
          local explosion-proof ventilation to keep airborne levels to 
          acceptable levels. 
     Personal Protective Equipment 
 
                 Eyes: 
                       Wear chemical goggles. 
                 Skin: 
                       Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin 
                       exposure. 
             Clothing: 
                       Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin 
                       exposure. 
          Respirators: 
                       A respiratory protection program that meets OSHA's 29 
                       CFR ??1910.134 and ANSI Z88.2 requirements or European 
                       Standard EN 149 must be followed whenever workplace 
                       conditions warrant a respirator's use. 
 
             **** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES **** 
 
Physical State:             Liquid 
Appearance:                 colourless 
Odor:                       chloroform-like 
pH:                         Not available. 
Vapor Pressure:             100 mm Hg @29 deg C 
Viscosity:                  Not available. 
Boiling Point:              81-85 deg C 
Freezing/Melting Point:     -35 deg C 
Autoignition Temperature:   775 deg F ( 412.78 deg C) 
Flash Point:                56 deg F ( 13.33 deg C) 
Explosion Limits, lower:    6.2% 
Explosion Limits, upper:    15.9% 
Decomposition Temperature:  Not available. 
Solubility in water:        Insoluble. 
Specific Gravity/Density:   1.25 (Water=1) 
Molecular Formula:          C2H4Cl2 
Molecular Weight:           98.96 
 
                 **** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY **** 
 
     Chemical Stability: 
          Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage 
          and handling conditions. 
     Conditions to Avoid: 
          Light, ignition sources, excess heat, electrical sparks. 
     Incompatibilities with Other Materials: 
          Aluminum, bases, alkali metals, ketones, organic peroxides, nitric 
          acid, strong oxidizing agents, strong reducing agents, liquid 
          ammonia, amines. 
     Hazardous Decomposition Products: 
          Hydrogen chloride, phosgene, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic 
          fumes and gases, carbon dioxide. 
     Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported. 
 
                **** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** 
 
     RTECS#: 
          CAS# 107-06-2: KI0525000 
     LD50/LC50: 
          CAS# 107-06-2: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 63 mg Severe; Draize test, 
          rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H 
          Mild; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 1000 ppm/7H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 413 
          mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 860 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 670 mg/kg; 
          Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 2800 mg/kg. 
     Carcinogenicity: 
       1,2-Dichloroethane - 
               ACGIH: A4 - Not Classifiable as a Human Carcinogen 
          California: carcinogen; initial date 10/1/87 
               NIOSH: occupational carcinogen 
                 NTP: Suspect carcinogen 
                OSHA: Possible Select carcinogen 
                IARC: Group 2B carcinogen 
     Other: 
          See actual entry in RTECS for complete information. 
 
                  **** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION **** 
 
     Ecotoxicity: 
          Water flea Daphnia: 218mg/L; 48HFish: Bluegill/Sunfish: 430mg/L; 96H; 
          StaticFish: Fathead Minnow: 136mg/L; 96H; Static 
     Other 
          For more information, see "HANDBOOK OF ENVIRONMENTAL FATE AND 
          EXPOSURE DATA." 
 
                 **** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS **** 
 
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations. 
 
                  **** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION **** 
 
     IATA 
          Shipping Name: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE 
           Hazard Class: 3 
              UN Number: 1184 
          Packing Group: II 
     IMO 
          Shipping Name: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE 
           Hazard Class: 3.2 
              UN Number: 1184 
          Packing Group: II 
     RID/ADR 
          Shipping Name: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE 
   Dangerous Goods Code: 3(16B) 
              UN Number: 1184 
 
                  **** SECTION 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION **** 
 
 European/International Regulations 
     European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives 
          Hazard Symbols: T F 
          Risk Phrases: 
                       R 11  Highly flammable. 
                       R 22  Harmful if swallowed. 
                       R 36/37/38  Irritating to eyes, respiratory system 
                       and skin. 
                       R 45  May cause cancer. 
          Safety Phrases: 
                       S 53  Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions 
                       before use. 
                       S 45  In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek 
                       medical advice immediately (show the label where 
                       possible). 
   WGK (Water Danger/Protection) 
          CAS# 107-06-2: 3 
   United Kingdom Occupational Exposure Limits 
 
   Canada 
          CAS# 107-06-2 is listed on Canada's DSL List. 
          CAS# 107-06-2 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List. 
   Exposure Limits 
          CAS# 107-06-2: OEL-ARAB Republic of Egypt:TWA 5 ppm (2 mg/m3) 
          OEL-AUSTRALIA:TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3) 
          OEL-AUSTRIA:TWA 20 ppm (80 mg/m3) 
          OEL-BELGIUM:TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3) 
          OEL-DENMARK:TWA 1 ppm (4 mg/m3);Skin 
          OEL-FINLAND:TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3);STEL 20 ppm (80 mg/m3);CAR 
          OEL-FRANCE:TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3) 
          OEL-GERMANY;Carcinogen 
          OEL-HUNGARY:STEL 4 mg/m3;Carcinogen 
          OEL-JAPAN:TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3) 
          OEL-THE NETHERLANDS:TWA 50 ppm (200 mg/m3) 
          OEL-THE PHILIPPINES:TWA 50 ppm (200 mg/m3) 
          OEL-RUSSIA:TWA 10 ppm 
          OEL-SWEDEN:TWA 1 ppm (4 mg/m3);STEL 5 ppm (20 mg/m3);Skin;CAR 
          OEL-SWITZERLAND:TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3);STEL 20 ppm (80 mg/m3) 
          OEL-TURKEY:TWA 50 ppm (200 mg/m3) 
          OEL-UNITED KINGDOM:TWA 10 ppm (40 mg/m3);STEL 15 ppm (60 mg/m3) 
          OEL IN BULGARIA, COLOMBIA, JORDAN, KOREA check ACGIH TLV 
          OEL IN NEW ZEALAND, SINGAPORE, VIETNAM check ACGI TLV 
 US FEDERAL 
     TSCA 
          CAS# 107-06-2 is listed on the TSCA inventory. 
 
                  **** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION **** 
 
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