Name:
Oxalyl chloride 2.0M solution in dichloromethane
Synonym:
Ethanedioyl dichloride
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Oxalyl chloride 2.0M solution in dichloromethane
Synonym:Ethanedioyl dichloride
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 75-09-2 | Dichloromethane | 75 | 200-838-9 |
Hazard Symbols: T Risk Phrases: 14 23/24/25 34 40 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Reacts violently with water. Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed. Causes burns. Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.Moisture sensitive.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye burns. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears). May cause visual impairment.
Skin:
Contact with liquid is corrosive and causes severe burns and ulceration. Causes redness and pain. Toxic in contact with skin.
Ingestion:
Poison by ingestion. Causes gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea. Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. May cause central nervous system depression, characterized by excitement, followed by headache, dizziness, drowsiness, and nausea. Advanced stages may cause collapse, unconsciousness, coma and possible death due to respiratory failure.
Inhalation:
Inhalation of high concentrations may cause central nervous system effects characterized by nausea, headache, dizziness, unconsciousness and coma. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract. May cause narcotic effects in high concentration. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm, inflammation, edema of the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema. Toxic if inhaled. Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause thryoid effects. May cause blood changes. Overexposure may cause an increase in carboxyhemoglobin levels in the blood.
Chronic:
Possible cancer hazard based on tests with laboratory animals.
Prolonged or repeated skin contact may cause dermatitis. May cause reproductive and fetal effects. Laboratory experiments have resulted in mutagenic effects. Chronic exposure may cause lung, liver, and pancreatic tumors. Chronic exposure may cause kidney damage.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.
Skin:
Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. If water-reactive products are embedded in the skin, no water should be applied. The embedded products should be covered with a light oil.
Ingestion:
Do not induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid immediately. Wash mouth out with water.
Inhalation:
Get medical aid immediately. Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Do NOT use mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. If breathing has ceased apply artificial respiration using oxygen and a suitable mechanical device such as a bag and a mask.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Section 5 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES
General Information:
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water Reactive. Material will react with water and may release a flammable and/or toxic gas. Use water spray to keep fire-exposed containers cool. Vapors mixed with air in proper proportion will propagate a flame. Vapors may be heavier than air.
They can spread along the ground and collect in low or confined areas. Containers may explode when heated. Will form explosive mixtures in atmospheres having high oxygen emsdss.
Extinguishing Media:
Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use water spray to cool fire-exposed containers. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
Section 6 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES
General Information: Use proper personal protective equipment as indicated in Section 8.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Avoid runoff into storm sewers and ditches which lead to waterways. Remove all sources of ignition. Use a spark-proof tool. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Do not allow water to get into the container because of violent reaction. Loosen closure cautiously before opening. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Take precautionary measures against static discharges. Keep away from heat, sparks and flame. Use only with adequate ventilation.
Storage:
Keep away from heat, sparks, and flame. Do not store in direct sunlight. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep from contact with oxidizing materials. Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Storage under a nitrogen blanket has been recommended. Store below 40C.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Exposure Limits CAS# 75-09-2: United Kingdom, WEL - TWA: 100 ppm TWA; 350 mg/m3 TWA United Kingdom, WEL - STEL: 300 ppm STEL; 1060 mg/m3 STEL United States OSHA: ; 25 ppm TWA (8 hr); 125 ppm STEL (15 min); 1 ppm Action Level (See 29 CFR 1910 .1052) Belgium - TWA: 50 ppm VLE; 177 mg/m3 VLE France - VME: 50 ppm VME; 180 mg/m3 VME France - VLE: 100 ppm VLE; 350 mg/m3 VLE Germany: 100 ppm TWA; 350 mg/m3 TWA Japan: 50 ppm OEL; 170 mg/m3 OEL Japan: 100 ppm Ceiling; 340 mg/m3 Ceiling Malaysia: 50 ppm TWA Netherlands: 500 ppm STEL; 1750 mg/m3 STEL Netherlands: 100 ppm MAC; 350 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 50 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 50 ppm VLA-ED; 177 mg/m3 VLA-ED CAS# 79-37-8: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Not available.
Skin:
Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure.
Clothing:
Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.
Respirators:
Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Use a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator if exposure limits are exceeded or if irritation or other symptoms are experienced.
Section 9 - PHYSICAL AND CHEMICAL PROPERTIES
Physical State: Liquid
Color: Not available.
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: Not available.
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: Not available.
Freezing/Melting Point: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water:
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.335
Molecular Formula: C2Cl2O2
Molecular Weight: 126.93
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable at room temperature in closed containers under normal storage and handling conditions.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials, light, ignition sources, excess heat, exposure to moist air or water.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Bases, oxidizing agents, alcohols, rusted steel.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 75-09-2: PA8050000 CAS# 79-37-8: KI2950000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 75-09-2: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 162 mg Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 10 mg Mild; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 810 mg/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 100 mg/24H Moderate; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 14400 ppm/7H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 49100 mg/m3/6H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 54000 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 56220 mg/m3/7H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 52 gm/m3; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 76000 mg/m3/4H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 52000 mg/m3/6H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 873 mg/kg; Oral, rabbit: LD50 = 2000 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 1600 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 985 mg/kg.
CAS# 79-37-8: Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 1840 ppm/1H.
Carcinogenicity:
Dichloromethane - ACGIH: A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to California: carcinogen, initial date 4/1/88 NTP: Suspect carcinogen IARC: Group 2B carcinogen Oxalyl chloride - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - ECOLOGICAL INFORMATION
Other No information available.
Section 13 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - TRANSPORT INFORMATION
IATA
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 8 (6.1)
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 8 (6.1)
UN Number: 2922
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: CORROSIVE LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 8 (6.1)
UN Number: 2922
Packing group: II
USA RQ: CAS# 75-09-2: 1000 lb final RQ; 454 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R 14 Reacts violently with water.
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
R 34 Causes burns.
R 40 Limited evidence of a carcinogenic effect.
Safety Phrases:
S 8 Keep container dry.
S 26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately
with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S 28A After contact with skin, wash immediately with
plenty of water.
S 36/37/39 Wear suitable protective clothing, gloves
and eye/face protection.
S 38 In case of insufficient ventilation, wear
suitable respiratory equipment.
S 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 75-09-2: 2
CAS# 79-37-8: 2
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