Alfa Aesar/Avocado Organics - Material Safety Data Sheet A16298
1. IDENTIFICATION OF SUBSTANCE AND SUPPLIER
Name On Label : 3,4-Dichlorophenyl isocyanate
Product Number : A16298
Supplier :
Johnson Matthey Catalog Company Inc.
30 Bond Street, Ward Hill, Massachusetts, 01835-8099
Emergency Telephone Number: (978) 521-6300; CHEMTREC: (800) 424-9300
Alternative Names : None in common use.
2. COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON COMPONENTS
Name : 3,4-Dichlorophenyl isocyanate
MinorImpurities : Not determined
CAS Number : 102-36-3
EINECS Number : 2030262
EEC Number :
3. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Designation :
VERY TOXIC ~ LACHRYMATORY ~ IRRITANT
Risk Phrases
R26/27/28 Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES
Inhalation
Remove to fresh air. If breathing is difficult give oxygen and seek medical
attention.
Eye Contact
Flush with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes. If irritation or
lachrymation persists, seek medical attention.
Skin Contact
Remove contaminated clothing. Wash affected area with soap and water. Rinse
thoroughly. If irritation persists or other symptoms are observed, seek medical
advice.
Ingestion
Rinse out mouth and drink lots of water. Seek urgent medical attention and show
physician the container details.
5. FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
Extiguishing Medium
Use fire fighting measures which suit the environment and take into account
other materials which may be involved. In general, water-based extinguishers
should not be used for fires involving organic materials. Use carbon dioxide or
dry powder.
Protective Equipment
Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing.
Hazardous Products of Combustion May Include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride (hydrochloric acid), oxides
of nitrogen, nitric acid, hydrogen cyanide.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal Protection
Avoid inhalation or contact of vapour with eyes. Wear protective equipment
including rubber gloves, safety goggles or breathing equipment. Keep
unprotected persons away.
Environmental Protection
Take precautions to ensure product does not contaminate the ground or enter
the drainage system.
Collection
Mix with vermiculite or proprietary absorbent material and transfer to sealed
containers for disposal.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling
Chemicals should be used only by those trained in handling potentially
hazardous materials. Rubber gloves, eye protection and protective clothing
should be worn. Operations should be carried out in an efficient fume hood or
equivalent system.
Storage
Store in tightly sealed containers in a cool place.
Product reacts with water. Take precautions to avoid contact with atmospheric
moisture.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS AND PERSONAL PROTECTION
Respiratory
Avoid inhalation of product. Handle in an efficient fume hood or equivalent
system.
Eye
Avoid eye contact. Wear safety spectacles, goggles or, for larger quantities, a full
face mask.
Hands and Body
Irritant product. Avoid skin contact. Wear rubber gloves, protective clothing
and, for larger quantities, full arm, body and face protection. Wash hands
thoroughly after handling.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Appearance : White crystals
Physical Constants: m.p. 43-44掳, b.p. 118-120掳/18mm
Molecular Formula : C7H3Cl2NO
Formula Weight : 188.01
Water Solubility :
Density : Not available
Flash Point : >110掳
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Specific Hazard
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidising agents. Heat. Water. Alcohols. Strong bases. Amines.
Decomposition
Hazardous products of decomposition may include:
carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride (hydrochloric acid), oxides
of nitrogen, nitric acid, hydrogen cyanide.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS Number : NQ8760000
Acute Toxicity
LD50 : LC50 IHL-RAT140mg/m3/2H
Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes,
respiratory system and skin.
Special Note
Symptoms of exposure may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing,
laryngitis, shortness of breath, headache, nausea and vomiting. Exposure may
induce allergic reaction. Repeated exposure may lead to asthma.
12. ECOLOGICAL EFFECTS
General
Take care to prevent chemicals from entering the ground, water courses or
drainage systems.
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal
Disposal should be via an approved contractor and should take full account of
local regulations.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
UN Number : 2250
Land Transport
ADR/RIC Code/Class: 6.1 /Packing Group I
Maritime Transport IMDG Code/Class : 6.1 /Packing Group I
Air Transport IATA Code/Class : 6.1 /Packing Group I
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
CAS Number : 102-36-3
EINECS Number : 2030262
EEC Number :
UN Number : 2250
RTECS Number : NQ8760000
Hazard Indication :
VERY TOXIC ~ LACHRYMATORY ~ IRRITANT
Risk and Safety Phrases
Very toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek
medical advice.
Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
TSCA: Listed substance.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
It must be recognised that the physical and chemical properties of any product
may not be fully understood and that new, possibly hazardous products may
arise from reactions between chemicals. The information given in this data sheet
is based on our present knowledge and shall not constitute a guarantee for any
specific product features and shall not establish a legally valid contractual
relationship.
Date of Last Review: 3rd August 1998
Date Printed : 18th September 1998
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