Material Safety Data Sheet
HMIS
NFPA Personal Protective Equipment
Health Hazard
3
0 Fire Hazard
0
3 2
COR
Reactivity
2 See Section 15.
Section 1. Chemical Product and Company Identification Page Number: 1
Catalog
Oxalyl chloride O1033
Common Name/
Number(s).
Trade Name
79-37-8
CAS#
Manufacturer Not available.
RTECS
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET TSCA 8(b) inventory: Oxalyl
TSCA
chloride
GARDENA, CA 90248
Not available.
Commercial Name(s) Not available.
CI#
Not available.
Synonym
IN CASE OF EMERGENCY
Not available.
Chemical Name CHEMTREC (24hr) 800-424-9300
Not available. CALL (310) 516-8000
Chemical Family
(ClCO)2
Chemical Formula
SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP.
Supplier
14422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET
GARDENA, CA 90248
Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients
Exposure Limits
3
STEL (mg/m3) CEIL (mg/m3)
Name CAS # TWA (mg/m ) % by Weight
1) Oxalyl chloride 79-37-8 100
Oxalyl chloride
Toxicological Data
LD50: Not available.
on Ingredients
LC50: Not available.
Section 3. Hazards Identification
Potential Acute Health Effects Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
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.
Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by
itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
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Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Potential Chronic Health
CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
Effects
MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: Not available.
DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: Not available.
The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
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 or prolonged inhalation of vapors may lead to chronic respiratory irritation.
Section 4. First Aid Measures
Eye Contact Check for and remove any contact lenses. 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 own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical got on 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.
Serious Skin Contact Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek 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 hazardous 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. 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.
Serious Ingestion Not available.
Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data
Non-flammable.
Flammability of the Product
Not applicable.
Auto-Ignition Temperature
Not applicable.
Flash Points
Not applicable.
Flammable Limits
Not available.
Products of Combustion
Not applicable.
Fire Hazards in Presence of
Various Substances
Explosion Hazards in Presence Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Not available.
Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Not available.
of Various Substances
Not applicable.
Fire Fighting Media
and Instructions
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Fire Hazards
Special Remarks on Explosion Not available.
Hazards
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Section 6. Accidental Release Measures
Small Spill Absorb with an inert material and put the spilled material in an appropriate waste disposal.
Large Spill Corrosive liquid.
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. Call for assistance on disposal.
Section 7. Handling and Storage
Keep container dry. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Never add water to this product In case of
Precautions
insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If you feel unwell, seek medical attention and show the
label when possible. Avoid contact with skin and eyes Keep away from incompatibles such as alkalis, moisture.
Corrosive materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room.
Storage
Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Engineering Controls Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their
respective threshold limit value.
Personal Protection Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves.
Boots.
Personal Protection in Case of Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be
a Large Spill used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist
BEFORE handling this product.
Exposure Limits Not available.
Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical state and appearance Liquid. Not available.
Odor
Not available.
Taste
126.93 g/mole
Molecular Weight
Clear Colorless.
Color
Not available.
pH (1% soln/water)
64掳C (147.2掳F)
Boiling Point
-12掳C (10.4掳F)
Melting Point
Not available.
Critical Temperature
1.488 (Water = 1)
Specific Gravity
Not available.
Vapor Pressure
Not available.
Vapor Density
Not available.
Volatility
Not available.
Odor Threshold
Not available.
Water/Oil Dist. Coeff.
Not available.
Ionicity (in Water)
See solubility in water, diethyl ether.
Dispersion Properties
Soluble in diethyl ether.
Solubility
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Section 10. Stability and Reactivity Data
The product is stable.
Stability
Not available.
Instability Temperature
Not available.
Conditions of Instability
Extremely reactive or incompatible with alkalis, moisture.
Incompatibility with various
substances
Non-corrosive in presence of glass.
Corrosivity
Reacts violently with water especially when water is added to the product.
Special Remarks on
Reactivity
Not available.
Special Remarks on
Corrosivity
No.
Polymerization
Section 11. Toxicological Information
Routes of Entry Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion.
Toxicity to Animals LD50: Not available.
LC50: Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans The substance is toxic to lungs, mucous membranes.
Other Toxic Effects on Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (irritant), of ingestion, of inhalation.
Humans
Special Remarks on Not available.
Toxicity to Animals
Special Remarks on Not available.
Chronic Effects on Humans
Special Remarks on other Not available.
Toxic Effects on Humans
Section 12. Ecological Information
Not available.
Ecotoxicity
Not available.
BOD5 and COD
Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may
Products of Biodegradation
arise.
The products of degradation are as toxic as the original product.
Toxicity of the Products
of Biodegradation
Not available.
Special Remarks on the
Products of Biodegradation
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Section 13. Disposal Considerations
Waste Disposal
Section 14. Transport Information
DOT Classification CLASS 8: Corrosive liquid.
: Corrosive liquid, n.o.s. (Oxalyl chloride) : UN1760 PG: II
Identification
Not available.
Special Provisions for
Transport
DOT (Pictograms)
Section 15. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms
TSCA 8(b) inventory: Oxalyl chloride
Federal and State
Regulations
California
Proposition 65
Warnings
Other Regulations OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200).
CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC).
Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada)
CLASS E: Corrosive liquid.
DSCL (EEC) R14- Reacts violently with water.
R38- Irritating to skin.
R41- Risk of serious damage to eyes.
Health Hazard
HMIS (U.S.A.) 3 National Fire Protection Flammability
0
Association (U.S.A.)
Fire Hazard
0
2
3
Health Reactivity
Reactivity
2 COR
Specific hazard
Personal Protection
WHMIS (Canada)
(Pictograms)
DSCL (Europe)
(Pictograms)
TDG (Canada)
(Pictograms)
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ADR (Europe)
(Pictograms)
Protective Equipment Gloves.
Full suit.
Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an
approved/certified respirator or
equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator
when ventilation is inadequate.
Face shield.
Section 16. Other Information
O3130
MSDS Code
Not available.
References
Other Special Not available.
Considerations
Validated by Sonia Owen on 8/11/2006. Verified by Sonia Owen.
Printed 9/12/2006.
CALL (310) 516-8000
Notice to Reader
All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is
combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper
methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products,
Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.
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