SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Issued: 21/01/2004
Revision No: 1
1. IDENTIFICATION OF THE SUBSTANCE / PREPARATION AND OF THE COMPANY / UNDERTAKING
Product name: 4-CHLORO-2-FLUOROBENZONITRILE
CAS number: 57381-51-8
PC0162
Product code:
Company name: Apollo Scientific Ltd
Bredbury, Stockport, SK6 2QR,Tel 0161 406 0505
2. HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
Main hazards: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system
and skin.
3. COMPOSITION / INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
Hazardous ingredients: 4-CHLORO-2-FLUOROBENZONITRILE >90%
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (SYMPTOMS)
Skin contact: There may be irritation and redness at the site of contact.
Eye contact: There may be irritation and redness. The eyes may water profusely.
Ingestion: There may be soreness and redness of the mouth and throat.
Inhalation: There may be irritation of the throat with a feeling of tightness in the chest. Exposure may cause
coughing or wheezing.
4. FIRST AID MEASURES (ACTION)
Skin contact: Remove all contaminated clothes and footwear immediately unless stuck to skin. Wash
immediately with plenty of soap and water.
Eye contact: Bathe the eye with running water for 15 minutes. Consult a doctor.
Ingestion: Wash out mouth with water. Consult a doctor.
Inhalation: Remove casualty from exposure ensuring one's own safety whilst doing so. Consult a doctor.
5. FIRE-FIGHTING MEASURES
Extinguishing media: Suitable extinguishing media for the surrounding fire should be used. Carbon dioxide. Dry
chemical powder. foam
Exposure hazards: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
Protection of fire-fighters: Wear self-contained breathing apparatus. Wear protective clothing to prevent contact with skin
and eyes.
6. ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
Personal precautions: Refer to section 8 of SDS for personal protection details. If outside do not approach from
downwind. If outside keep bystanders upwind and away from danger point. Mark out the
contaminated area with signs and prevent access to unauthorised personnel. Do not create
dust.
Environmental precautions: Do not discharge into drains or rivers.
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Clean-up procedures: Transfer to a closable, labelled salvage container for disposal by an appropriate method.
7. HANDLING AND STORAGE
Handling requirements: Avoid direct contact with the substance. Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area. Do
not handle in a confined space. Avoid the formation or spread of dust in the air. Only use in
fume hood.
Storage conditions: Store in cool, well ventilated area. Keep container tightly closed.
Suitable packaging: Must only be kept in original packaging.
8. EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering measures: Ensure there is sufficient ventilation of the area.
Respiratory protection: Self-contained breathing apparatus must be available in case of emergency. Respiratory
protective device with particle filter.
Hand protection: Protective gloves.
Eye protection: Safety glasses. Ensure eye bath is to hand.
Skin protection: Protective clothing.
9. PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
State: Solid
Solubility in water: Insoluble
Melting point/range掳C: 58-61
10. STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Stability: Stable under normal conditions.
Conditions to avoid: Store protected from moisture and heat
Materials to avoid: Strong oxidising agents. Strong acids.
Haz. decomp. products: In combustion emits toxic fumes.
11. TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Chronic toxicity: MAY BE HARMFUL BY INHALATION, INGESTION, OR SKIN ABSORPTION.
Routes of exposure: Refer to section 4 of SDS for routes of exposure and corresponding symptoms.
12. ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Mobility: No data available.
Persistence and degradability: No data available.
Bioaccumulative potential: No data available.
Other adverse effects: Data not known
13. DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Disposal operations: MATERIAL SHOULD BE DISPOSED OF IN ACCORDANCE WITH LOCAL, STATE AND
FEDERAL REGULATIONS
Disposal of packaging: Dispose of as special waste in compliance with local and national regulations Observe all
federal, state and local environmental regulations. [cont...]
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NB: The user's attention is drawn to the possible existence of regional or national regulations
regarding disposal.
14. TRANSPORT INFORMATION
ADR / RID
UN no: Not Classified.
IMDG / IMO
UN no: Not Classified.
IATA / ICAO
UN no: Not Classified.
15. REGULATORY INFORMATION
Hazard symbols: Harmful.
Risk phrases: R20/21/22: Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R36/37/38: Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety phrases: S22: Do not breathe dust.
S26: In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical
advice.
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label
where possible).
Note: The regulatory information given above only indicates the principal regulations specifically
applicable to the product described in the safety data sheet. The user's attention is drawn to
the possible existence of additional provisions which complete these regulations. Refer to all
applicable national, international and local regulations or provisions.
16. OTHER INFORMATION
Legal disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall
be used only as a guide. This company shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from
handling or from contact with the above product.
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