BERYLLIUM CHLORIDE 1354
April 2000
BeCl2
CAS No: 7787-47-5
Molecular mass: 79.9
RTECS No: DS2625000
UN No: 1566
EC No: 004-002-00-2
TYPES OF
ACUTE HAZARDS/SYMPTOMS PREVENTION FIRST AID/FIRE FIGHTING
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE
Gives off irritating or toxic fumes NO contact with water. In case of fire in the surroundings:
FIRE
(or gases) in a fire. NO water.
EXPLOSION
EXPOSURE PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A
AVOID ALL CONTACT! DOCTOR!
Cough. Sore throat. Shortness of Closed system and ventilation. Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position.
Inhalation
breath. Symptoms may be delayed Refer for medical attention.
(see Notes).
Redness. Pain. Protective gloves. Protective Remove contaminated clothes.
Skin
clothing. Rinse skin with plenty of water or
shower. Refer for medical attention.
Redness. Pain. Blurred vision. Face shield or eye protection in First rinse with plenty of water for
Eyes
combination with breathing several minutes (remove contact
protection. lenses if easily possible), then take
to a doctor.
Nausea. Vomiting. Abdominal pain. Do not eat, drink, or smoke during Rinse mouth. Refer for medical
Ingestion
work. Wash hands before eating. attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into sealable containers; if T+ Symbol Unbreakable packaging; put
appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. N Symbol breakable packaging into closed
Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe R: unbreakable container. Do not
place. Do NOT let this chemical enter the 49-25-26-36/37/38-43-48/23-51/53 transport with food and feedstuffs.
environment. Chemical protection suit including S: 53-45-61
self-contained breathing apparatus. Note: A, E
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Pack Group: II
EMERGENCY RESPONSE SAFE STORAGE
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61GT5-II Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed.
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1354 BERYLLIUM CHLORIDE
IMPORTANT DATA
Physical State; Appearance Routes of exposure
COLOURLESS TO YELLOW CRYSTALS The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of
its aerosol and by ingestion.
Chemical dangers
Inhalation risk
The substance decomposes rapidly on contact with water
producing hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163). Attacks many Evaporation at 20/C is negligible; a harmful concentration of
metals in presence of water. airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when
dispersed.
Occupational exposure limits
TLV: (as Be) 0.002 mg/m3 as TWA, 0.01 mg/m3 as STEL; A1 Effects of short-term exposure
(confirmed human carcinogen); (ACGIH 2004). The substance is severely irritating to the eyes, the skin and the
MAK: sensitization of respiratory tract and skin (Sah); respiratory tract. Inhalation of dust or fumes may cause
Carcinogen category: 1; (DFG 2004). chemical pneumonitis. The effects may be delayed. Medical
observation is indicated. Exposure may result in death.
Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.
Lungs may be affected by repeated or prolonged exposure,
resulting in chronic beryllium disease (cough, weight loss,
weakness). This substance is carcinogenic to humans.
PHYSICAL PROPERTIES
Density: 1.9 g/cm3
Boiling point: 520/C
Melting point: 399.2/C Solubility in water, g/100 ml at 20/C: 15.1
ENVIRONMENTAL DATA
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.
NOTES
The symptoms of acute pneumonitis following a massive short-term exposure do not become manifest until 3 days.
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Do NOT take working clothes home.
Card has been partly updated in April 2005. See sections Occupational Exposure Limits, Emergency Response.
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