EMS CATALOG NO: 13250
EMS PRODUCT: Ethylene Dichloride
DATE: 07/08/2007
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MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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PRODUCT IDENTIFICATION
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PRODUCT NAME: 1,2-Dichloroethane
SYNONYM: Ethylene dichloride
CAS NUMBER: 107-06-2
CHEMICAL FORMULA: C2H4CL2
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COMPOSITION AND INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
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COMPONENT: Ethylene Dichloride (1,2-Dichloroethane)
CAS #: 107-06-2
EXPOSURE LIMITS: TWA (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3) % by Weight
40 75 100
TOXICOLOGICAL DATA ON INGREDIENTS - 1,2-Dichloroethane:
ORAL (LD50): Acute: 670 mg/kg (Rat). 413 mg/kg (Mouse).
DERMAL (LD50): Acute: 2800 mg/kg (Rabbit).
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VAPOR (LC50): Acute: 1000 ppm (Rat) (8 hour(s)).
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HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
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POTENTIAL ACUTE HEALTH EFFECTS:
Extremely dangerous in case of ingestion. Very dangerous in case
of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation. Slightly dangerous to
dangerous in case of skin contact (irritant). Corrosive to skin
and eyes on contact. Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue
damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and
respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce burns. Inhalation
of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory
tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath.
This product is an eye irritant. Severe over-exposure can result
in death. Can be fatal if inhaled or ingested. This product may
irritate eyes and skin upon contact. Inflammation of the eye is
characterized by redness, watering, and itching.
POTENTIAL CHRONIC HEALTH EFFECTS:
Very dangerous in case of ingestion, of inhalation.
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified 2 by NTP. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS:
Not available. TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available. The
substance is toxic to lungs, the nervous system, liver, mucous
membranes. Toxicity of the product to the reproductive system:
Not available. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance
can produce target organs damage. Repeated or prolonged contact
with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe
skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist
may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent
attacks of bronchial infection. Repeated exposure to a highly
toxic material may produce general deterioration of health by an
accumulation in one or many human organs.
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FIRST AID MEASURES
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EYE CONTACT:
Check for and remove any contact lenses. IMMEDIATELY flush eyes with
running water for at least 15 minutes, keeping eyelids open. COLD
water may be used. DO NOT use an eye ointment. Seek medical
attention.
SKIN CONTACT:
If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the
contaminated clothes as quickly as possible, protecting your won hands
and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical
touches the victim's exposed skin, such as the hands: Gently and
thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and
non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices,
creases and groin. If irritation persists, seek medical attention.
Wash contaminated clothing before reusing.
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SERIOUS SKIN CONTACT: Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the
contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream.
Seek immediate medical attention.
INHALATION:
Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek
immediate medical attention.
SERIOUS INHALATION:
Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight
clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is
difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform
mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It may be dangerous to the
person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the
inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate
medical attention.
INGESTION: DO NOT induce vomiting. Have conscious person drink
several glasses of water or milk. Seek medical attention.
SERIOUS INGESTION:
DO NOT induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain
whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication that the toxic
material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not
conclusive. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or
waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth
resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention.
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FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA
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FLAMMABILITY OF THE PRODUCT: Flammable
AUTO-IGNITION TEMPERATURE: 413oC (775.4oF)
FLASH POINTS: Closed Cup: 13oC (55.4oF)
Open Cup: 18oC (64.4oF)
FLAMMABLE LIMITS: Lower: 6.2%
Upper: 15.6%
PRODUCTS OF COMBUSTION: These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2).
FIRE HAZARDS IN PRESENCE OF VARIOUS SUBSTANCES:
Slightly flammable to flammable in presence of open flames and
sparks. Very slightly to slightly flammable in presence of
oxidizing materials.
EXPLOSION HAZARDS IN PRESENCE OF VARIOUS SUBSTANCES:
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact and
static discharge: Not available.
Very slightly to slightly explosive in presence of oxidizing materials.
FIRE FIGHTING MEDIA AND INSTRUCTIONS:
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Flammable liquid, soluble or dispersed in water.
SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemicals, CO2, alcohol foam or water spray.
LARGE FIRE: Use alcohol foam, water spray or fog. Cool containing
vessels with water jet in order to prevent pressure build-up,
autoignition or explosion.
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ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
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SMALL SPILL: Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled
material in an appropriate waste disposal.
LARGE SPILL:
Flammable liquid. Corrosive liquid. Keep away from heat. Keep away
from sources of ignition. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY
earth, sand or other non-combustible material. DO NOT get water inside
container. DO NOT touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to
divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined
areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all sources of ignition. Call for
assistance on disposal.
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HANDLING AND STORAGE
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PRECAUTIONS:
Keep locked up. Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away
from sources of ignition. Ground all equipment containing material.
DO NOT ingest. Do not breathe gas, fumes, vapor or spray. Never add
water to this product. In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment. If ingested, seek medical advice
immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with
skin and eyes.
STORAGE:
Flammable materials should be stored in a separate safety storage
cabinet or room. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of
ignition. Keep container tightly closed. Keep in a cool, well
ventilated place. Ground all equipment containing material. A
refrigerated room would be preferable for materials with a flash
point lower than 37.8oC (100oF).
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EXPOSURE CONTROLS/PERSONAL PROTECTION
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ENGINEERING CONTROLS:
Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep
the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective
threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash station and safety
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shower is proximal to the work-station location.
PERSONAL PROTECTION: Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator.
Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved
respirator or equivalent. Gloves (impervious)
Boots. Wear appropriate respirator when
ventilation is inadequate.
PERSONAL PROTECTION IN CASE OF A LARGE SPILL:
Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A
self-contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid
inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might
not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this
product.
EXPOSURE LIMITS: TWA: 10 CEIL: 75 (ppm) from ACGIH
TWA: 40 CEIL: 300 (mg/m3) from ACGIH
Consult local authorities for acceptable exposure limits.
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PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
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PHYSICAL STATE/APPEARANCE: Liquid
MOLECULAR WEIGHT: 98.96
pH (1% SOLN/WATER): Not available.
BOILING POINT: 83.5oC (182.3oF)
MELTING POINT: -35.3oC (-31.5oF)
SPECIFIC GRAVITY: 1.2351 (water=1)
VAPOR PRESSURE: 61 mm of Hg @ 20oC)
VAPOR DENSITY: 3.42 (air=1)
ODOR THRESHOLD: 26 ppm
WATER/OIL DIST. COEFF.: 0.033
DISPERSION PROPERTIES: See solubility in water, methanol,
diethyl ether, n-octanol, acetone.
SOLUBILITY: Easily soluble in methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol,
acetone. Very slightly soluble in cold water.
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STABILITY AND REACTIVITY DATA
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STABILITY: The product is stable.
INCOMPATIBILITY WITH VARIOUS SUBSTANCES:
No specific information is available in our database regarding
the reactivity of this material in presence of various other
materials.
CORROSIVITY: Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
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TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ROUTES OF ENTRY: Ingestion. Inhalation.
TOXICITY TO ANIMALS: WARNING! THE LC50 VALUES HEREUNDER ARE
ESTIMATED ON THE BASIS OF A 4-HOUR EXPOSURE.
Acute oral toxicity (LD50): 413 mg/kg (Mouse).
Acute dermal toxicity (LD50): 2800 mg/kg (Rabbit).
Acute toxicity of the vapor (LC50): 1414 ppm (Rat).
CHRONIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS:
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Classified + by OSHA/NIOSH. Classified 2B
by IARC. Classified 2 by NTP.
The substance is toxic to lungs, the nervous system, liver,
mucous membranes. Toxicity of the product to the reproductive
system: Not available.
OTHER TOXIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS:
Extremely dangerous in case of ingestion.
Very dangerous in case of eye contact (irritant), of inhalation.
Slightly dangerous to dangerous in case of skin contact(irritant).
SPECIAL REMARKS ON CHRONIC EFFECTS ON HUMANS:
Passes through the placental barrier in animal. Excreted in
maternal milk in human.
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ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
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ECOTOXICITY: Not available.
PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION: These products are carbon oxides
(CO, CO2).
TOXICITY OF THE PRODUCTS OF BIODEGRADATION:
The products of degradation are more toxic.
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DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
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WASTE DISPOSAL: Recycle to process, if possible.
Consult your local or regional authorities.
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TRANSPORT INFORMATION
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DOT CLASSIFICATION: DOT CLASS 3: Flammable liquid.
IDENTIFICATION: Ethylene Dichloride UN 1184 II
SPECIAL PROVISIONS FOR TRANSPORT: Marine pollutant
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OTHER REGULATORY INFORMATION
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FEDERAL AND STATE REGULATIONS:
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1,2-Dichloroethane listed by the State of California [cancer]
" " " Massachusetts
" " " Pennsylvania
1,2-Dichloroethane listed by CERCLA and TSCA
WARNING: This product contains a chemical known to the State of
California to cause cancer.
CHEMICAL INGREDIENT REQUIRING THIS WARNING: 1,2-Dichloroethane
OTHER REGULATIONS: OSHA-Hazardous by definition of Hazard
Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
OTHER CLASSIFICATIONS: WHMIS (Canada)
WHMIS CLASS B-2: Flammable liquid with a flash point lower than 37.8oC
(100oF)
WHMIS CLASS D-1A: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects
(VERY TOXIC).
WHMIS CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
WHMIS CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
HMIS (U.S.A.) Health Hazard = 3 Fire Hazard = 3 Reactivity = 0
PROTECTIVE EQUIPMENT:
Gloves (impervious)- full suit-splash goggles
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use a MSHA/NIOSH approved respirator
or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is
inadequate.
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