ALACHLOR 0371
October 1999
CAS No: 15972-60-8 2-Chloro-2',6'-diethyl-N-(methoxymethyl)acetanilide
RTECS No: AE1225000 C14H20ClNO2
EC No: 616-015-00-6 Molecular mass: 269.8
TYPES OF
ACUTE HAZARDS/SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID/FIRE FIGHTING
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE
FIRE Combustible. Liquid formulations NO open flames. Water spray, foam, powder, carbon
containing organic solvents may be dioxide.
flammable.
EXPLOSION Finely dispersed particles form explosive Prevent deposition of dust; closed
mixtures in air. system, dust explosion-proof electrical
equipment and lighting.
EXPOSURE PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
STRICT HYGIENE!
Inhalation Ventilation (not if powder), local exhaust, Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical
or breathing protection. attention.
Skin Protective gloves. Protective clothing. Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse
skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes Safety goggles or eye protection in First rinse with plenty of water for several
combination with breathing protection if minutes (remove contact lenses if easily
powder. possible), then take to a doctor.
Ingestion Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Rinse mouth. Rest. Refer for medical
Wash hands before eating. attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Do NOT wash away into sewer. Vacuum spilled material. EU classification Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Xn Symbol
N Symbol
R: 22-40-43-50/53
S: (2-)36/37-46-60-61
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs.
Do not store near heat or open flame.
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IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance Routes of exposure
ODOURLESS, COLOURLESS TO CREAM-COLOURED, CRYSTALLINE The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol
SOLID. and by ingestion.
Physical dangers Inhalation risk
Dust explosion possible if in powder or granular form, mixed with air. Evaporation at 20/C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne
particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying or when
Chemical dangers dispersed, especially if powdered.
On combustion, forms toxic gases (carbon monoxide, see ICSC 0023),
nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization. The
Occupational exposure limits substance may have effects on the liver. This substance is possibly
TLV: Intended change (1 mg/m3, inhal. & vapour, SEN, A2 (suspected carcinogenic to humans.
human carcinogen);) (ACGIH 2005).
MAK not established.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Melting point: 40/C Flash point: 137/C c.c.
Density: 1.1 g/cm3 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.5
Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 25/C: (none)
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be given to
avoid any additional release, e.g. through inappropriate disposal.
NOTES
Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties.
Card has been partly updated in October 2005. See section EU classification.
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