BIS(2-CHLOROETHYL) ETHER 0417
October 2000
CAS No: 111-44-4 Dichloroethyl ether
2,2'-Dichloroethyl ether
RTECS No: KN0875000
1,1'-Oxybis(2-chloro)ethane
UN No: 1916
sym-Dichloroethyl ether
EC No: 603-029-00-2
Diethylene glycol dichloride
C4H8Cl2O / (ClCH2CH2)2O
Molecular mass: 143.02
TYPES OF
ACUTE HAZARDS/SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID/FIRE FIGHTING
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE
FIRE Flammable. Gives off irritating or NO open flames, NO sparks, and NO Water spray, foam, powder, carbon
toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. smoking. dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 55/C explosive vapour/air Above 55/C use a closed system, In case of fire: cool cylinder by
mixtures may be formed. ventilation. spraying with water but avoid contact
of the substance with water.
EXPOSURE PREVENT GENERATION OF
MISTS!
Inhalation Cough. Sore throat. Nausea. Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position.
Vomiting. Burning sensation. protection. Refer for medical attention.
Laboured breathing. Symptoms
may be delayed (see Notes).
Skin MAY BE ABSORBED! Protective gloves. Protective clothing. Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water
and soap. Refer for medical
attention.
Eyes Redness. Pain. Face shield or eye protection in First rinse with plenty of water for
combination with breathing several minutes (remove contact
protection. lenses if easily possible), then take to
a doctor.
Ingestion Abdominal pain. Nausea. Vomiting. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during Rinse mouth. Induce vomiting (ONLY
Burning sensation. work. Wash hands before eating. IN CONSCIOUS PERSONS!). Rest.
Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Ventilation. Remove all ignition sources. Collect T+ Symbol Do not transport with food and
leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far R: 10-26/27/28-40 feedstuffs. Marine pollutant.
as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert S: (1/2-)7/9-27-28-36/37-45
absorbent and remove to safe place. Personal UN Hazard Class: 6.1
protection: chemical protection suit. UN Subsidiary Risks: 3
UN Pack Group: II
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GTF1-II Fireproof. Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Keep
NFPA Code: H3; F2; R1 in the dark. Well closed.
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0417 BIS(2-CHLOROETHYL) ETHER
IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance Routes of exposure
CLEAR, COLOURLESS LIQUID, WITH CHARACTERISTIC The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its
ODOUR. vapour, through the skin and by ingestion.
Physical dangers Inhalation risk
The vapour is heavier than air. A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly
on evaporation of this substance at 20/C.
Chemical dangers
Effects of short-term exposure
The substance can form explosive peroxides on exposure to air
and light. The substance decomposes on burning or on contact The substance irritates the eyes and the respiratory tract.
with water, producing toxic fumes including hydrogen chloride. Inhalation of vapour may cause lung oedema (see Notes).
Reacts with strong oxidants. Reacts violently with chlorosulfonic Exposure far above the OEL may result in death. The effects may
acid and oleum. be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.
Occupational exposure limits Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
TLV: 5 ppm as TWA, 10 ppm as STEL; (skin); A4 (not classifiable Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis.
as a human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2004).
MAK: 10 ppm, 59 mg/m 3; Peak limitation category: I(1); skin
absorption (H); (DFG 2004).
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Boiling point: 178/C Flash point: 55/C c.c.
Melting point: -50/C Auto-ignition temperature: 369/C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.22 Explosive limits, vol% in air: 2.7-?
Vapour pressure, kPa at 25/C: 0.206 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 1.29
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.9
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
NOTES
The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort.
Rest and medical observation is therefore essential.
Immediate administration of an appropriate inhalation therapy by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.
An added stabilizer or inhibitor can influence the toxicological properties of this substance, consult an expert.
Check for peroxides prior to distillation; eliminate if found.
DCEE, Chlorex are trade names.
Card has been partly updated in October 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, EU classification, Emergency Response.
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