**** SECTION 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS ****
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
| CAS# | Chemical Name | % | EINECS# |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 75-44-5 |Phosgene | 12.5 | 200-870-3 |
|----------------|--------------------------------------|----------|-----------|
| 108-88-3 |Toluene | 87.5 | 203-625-9 |
+----------------+--------------------------------------+----------+-----------+
Text for R-phrases: see Section 16
Hazard Symbols: T+ F
Risk Phrases: 11 26/27/28 63 67
**** SECTION 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION ****
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Highly flammable. Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and
if swallowed. Possible risk of harm to the unborn child. Vapours may
cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation. May result in corneal injury. Vapors may
cause eye irritation.
Skin:
May cause skin irritation. May be absorbed through the skin in
harmful amounts. Prolonged and/or repeated contact may cause
irritation and/or dermatitis.
Ingestion:
Aspiration hazard. May cause irritation of the digestive tract. May
cause effects similar to those for inhalation exposure. Aspiration
of material into the lungs may cause chemical pneumonitis, which may
be fatal.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system
effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness
and coma. Inhalation of vapor may cause respiratory tract irritation.
May cause liver and kidney damage. May cause heart disturbances,
possibly leading to cardiac arrest and death.
Chronic:
Chronic exposure to organic solvents has been associated with
various neurotoxic effects including permanent brain and nervous
system damage. Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause
dermatitis. May cause cardiac sensitization and severe heart
abnormalities.
**** SECTION 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES ****
Eyes:
Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes,
occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid
immediately. Do NOT allow victim to rub eyes or keep eyes closed.
Skin:
Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if
irritation develops or persists. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4
cupfuls of milk or water. Possible aspiration hazard. Get medical aid
immediately.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not
breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult,
give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Causes cardiac sensitization to endogenous catelcholamines which may
lead to cardiac arrhythmias. Do NOT use adrenergic agents such as
epinephrine or pseudoepinephrine.
**** SECTION 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES ****
General Information:
Containers can build up pressure if exposed to heat and/or fire. As
in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in
pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full
protective gear. Water runoff can cause environmental damage. Dike
and collect water used to fight fire. Vapors can travel to a source
of ignition and flash back. Flammable Liquid. Can release vapors
that form explosive mixtures at temperatures above the flashpoint.
Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Water may be
ineffective. Material is lighter than water and a fire may be spread
by the use of water.
Extinguishing Media:
Use dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or alcohol-resistant foam.
**** SECTION 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES ****
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated
in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways.
Scoop up with a nonsparking tool, then place into a suitable
container for disposal. Use water spray to disperse the gas/vapor.
Remove all sources of ignition. Absorb spill using an absorbent,
non-combustible material such as earth, sand, or vermiculite. Do not
use combustible materials such as sawdust. Provide ventilation.
**** SECTION 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE ****
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and
wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Empty containers
retain product residue, (liquid and/or vapor), and can be dangerous.
Do not get on skin or in eyes. Do not ingest or inhale. Do not
pressurize, cut, weld, braze, solder, drill, grind, or expose empty
containers to heat, sparks or open flames.
Storage:
Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry,
well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances.
Flammables-area.
**** SECTION 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION ****
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne
concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits
CAS# 75-44-5:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 0.02 ppm TWA; 0.08 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 0.06 ppm STEL; 0.25 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 0.1 ppm TWA; 0.4 mg/m3 TWA
Belgium - TWA: 0.02 ppm VLE; 0.08 mg/m3 VLE
Belgium - STEL: 0.1 ppm VLE; 0.4 mg/m3 VLE
France - VLE: 0.1 ppm VLE; 0.4 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 0.02 ppm TWA; 0.082 mg/m3 TWA
Japan: 0.1 ppm OEL; 0.4 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 0.1 ppm TWA; 0.40 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 0.1 ppm STEL; 0.4 mg/m3 STEL
Netherlands: 0.02 ppm MAC; 0.08 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 0.5 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 0.02 ppm VLA-ED; 0.08 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Spain: 0.1 ppm VLA-EC; 0.4 mg/m3 VLA-EC
CAS# 108-88-3:
United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 50 ppm TWA; 191 mg/m3 TWA
United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 150 ppm STEL; 574 mg/m3 STEL
United States OSHA: 200 ppm TWA; 300 ppm Ceiling
Belgium - TWA: 50 ppm VLE; 191 mg/m3 VLE
France - VME: 100 ppm VME; 375 mg/m3 VME
France - VLE: 150 ppm VLE; 550 mg/m3 VLE
Germany: 50 ppm TWA; 190 mg/m3 TWA
Germany: Skin absorber
Japan: 50 ppm OEL; 188 mg/m3 OEL
Malaysia: 50 ppm TWA; 188 mg/m3 TWA
Netherlands: 40 ppm MAC; 150 mg/m3 MAC
Russia: 50 mg/m3 TWA
Spain: 50 ppm VLA-ED; 191 mg/m3 VLA-ED
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes:
Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical
safety goggles as described by OSHA's eye and face
protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European
Standard EN166.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin
exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin
exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29
CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a
NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved
respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if
irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
**** SECTION 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES ****
Physical State: Liquid
Color: green
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 111 deg C @ toluene
Freezing/Melting Point: 95 deg C @ toluene
Autoignition Temperature: Not applicable.
Flash Point: 4 deg C ( 39.20 deg F)
Explosion Limits, lower: 1.2
Explosion Limits, upper: 7
Decomposition Temperature: Not available.
Solubility in water: Insoluble in water.
Specific Gravity/Density: 0.91
Molecular Formula: Mixture
Molecular Weight: 0
**** SECTION 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY ****
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage
and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, ignition sources, excess heat.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Toluene is incompatible with bromine trifluoride,
1,3-dichloro-5,5-dimethyl-2,4-imidazolididione, dinitrogen tetroxide,
concentrated nitric acid, nitric acid + sulfuric acid, silver
perchlorate, strong oxidizers.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
**** SECTION 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
RTECS#:
CAS# 75-44-5: SY5600000
CAS# 108-88-3: XS5250000
LD50/LC50:
Not available.
CAS# 108-88-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 870 ug Mild; Draize test,
rabbit, eye: 2 mg/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 435 mg Mild;
Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit,
skin: 20 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 400 ppm/24H;
Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 30000 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 =
19900 mg/m3/7H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 10000 mg/m3; Inhalation,
rat: LC50 = 49 gm/m3/4H; Oral, rat: LD50 = 636 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit:
LD50 = 14100 uL/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Phosgene -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Toluene -
Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
**** SECTION 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION ****
Ecotoxicity:
Cas# 108-88-3:
LC50(96Hr.) = 24.0 mg/L Rainbow trout
LC50(96Hr) =
24.0 mg/L Bluegill
EC50(48Hr) = 310-313 mg/L Photobacterium
phosphoreum
**** SECTION 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS ****
Products which are considered hazardous for supply are classified as Special
Waste and the disposal of such chemicals is covered by regulations which may
vary according to location. Contact a specialist disposal company or the local
waste regulator for advice. Empty containers must be decontaminated before
returning for recycling.
**** SECTION 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION ****
IATA
No information available.
IMO
No information available.
RID/ADR
No information available.
USA RQ: CAS# 75-44-5: 10 lb final RQ; 4.54 kg final RQ
USA RQ: CAS# 108-88-3: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
**** 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 26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with
skin and if swallowed.
R 63 Possible risk of harm to the unborn child.
R 67 Vapours may cause drowsiness and dizziness.
Safety Phrases:
S 16 Keep away from sources of ignition - No
smoking.
S 29 Do not empty into drains.
S 33 Take precautionary measures against static
discharges.
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 75-44-5: 2
CAS# 108-88-3: 2
Canada
CAS# 75-44-5 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 108-88-3 is listed on Canada's DSL List.
CAS# 75-44-5 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
CAS# 108-88-3 is listed on Canada's Ingredient Disclosure List.
US FEDERAL
TSCA
CAS# 75-44-5 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
CAS# 108-88-3 is listed on the TSCA inventory.
**** SECTION 16 - ADDITIONAL INFORMATION ****
Text for R-phrases from Section 2
R 11 Highly flammable.
R 20 Harmful by inhalation.
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