Name:
Hexachloro-1 3-butadiene 98%
Synonym:
1,1,2,3,4,4-Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene; Perchlorobutadiene; a monomer; HCBD
CAS:
87-68-3
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Hexachloro-1 3-butadiene 98%
Synonym:1,1,2,3,4,4-Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene; Perchlorobutadiene; a monomer; HCBD
Synonym:1,1,2,3,4,4-Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene; Perchlorobutadiene; a monomer; HCBD
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 87-68-3 | Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene | 98 | 201-765-5 |
| Hazard Symbols: T Risk Phrases: 23/24/25 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
May cause kidney injury.
Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes eye irritation.
Skin:
Causes skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed.
Inhalation:
Harmful if inhaled. Causes respiratory tract irritation.
Chronic:
May cause kidney injury.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical aid.
Skin:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Get medical aid immediately. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Skin:
In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.
Get medical aid immediately. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
If swallowed, do not induce vomiting unless directed to do so by medical personnel. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical aid.
Inhalation:
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
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. Substance is nonflammable.
Extinguishing Media:
Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Substance is nonflammable.
Extinguishing Media:
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. Provide ventilation.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Pure vapor will be uninhibited and may polymerize in vents or other confined spaces.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Remove contaminated clothing and wash before reuse. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Avoid breathing vapor or mist. Pure vapor will be uninhibited and may polymerize in vents or other confined spaces.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Exposure Limits CAS# 87-68-3: Belgium - TWA: 0.02 ppm VLE; 0.21 mg/m3 VLE Malaysia: 0.02 ppm TWA; 0.21 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 0.02 ppm MAC; 0.24 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 0.005 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 0.02 ppm VLA-ED; 0.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
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.
Use process enclosure, local exhaust ventilation, or other engineering controls to control airborne levels below recommended exposure limits. Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower.
Exposure Limits CAS# 87-68-3: Belgium - TWA: 0.02 ppm VLE; 0.21 mg/m3 VLE Malaysia: 0.02 ppm TWA; 0.21 mg/m3 TWA Netherlands: 0.02 ppm MAC; 0.24 mg/m3 MAC Russia: 0.005 mg/m3 TWA Spain: 0.02 ppm VLA-ED; 0.2 mg/m3 VLA-ED Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear chemical splash goggles.
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: clear colorless to pale yellow
Odor: turpentine - faint odor
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 0.22 mm Hg @ 25 deg C
Viscosity: 2.446 cps @ 37.8 deg C
Boiling Point: 210 - 220 deg C @ 760 mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: -19 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: 610 deg C ( 1,130.00 deg F)
Flash Point: None.
Explosion Limits, lower: Not available.
Explosion Limits, upper: Not available.
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: insoluble
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.660 g/ml
Molecular Formula: Cl2C=CClCCl=CCl2
Molecular Weight: 260.76
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Excess heat, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Excess heat, confined spaces.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 87-68-3: EJ0700000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 87-68-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 162 mg Mild; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 810 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 370 mg/m3; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 370 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 630 mg/m3/4H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 51 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 82 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 100 mg/kg; Skin, rat: LD50 = 4500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene - ACGIH: A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 87-68-3: EJ0700000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 87-68-3: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 162 mg Mild; Draize test, rabbit, eye: 500 mg/24H Mild; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 810 mg/24H Moderate; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 500 mg/24H Mild; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 370 mg/m3; Inhalation, mouse: LC50 = 370 mg/m3/2H; Inhalation, rat: LC50 = 630 mg/m3/4H; Oral, mouse: LD50 = 51 mg/kg; Oral, rat: LD50 = 82 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 100 mg/kg; Skin, rat: LD50 = 4500 mg/kg.
Carcinogenicity:
Hexachloro-1,3-butadiene - ACGIH: A3 - Confirmed animal carcinogen with unknown relevance to 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: HEXACHLOROBUTADIENE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2279
Packing Group: III
IMO
Shipping Name: HEXACHLOROBUTADIENE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2279
Packing Group: III
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: HEXACHLOROBUTADIENE
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 2279
Packing group: III
USA RQ: CAS# 87-68-3: 1 lb final RQ; 0.454 kg final RQ
Section 15 - REGULATORY INFORMATION
European/International Regulations
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Symbols: T
Risk Phrases:
R 23/24/25 Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin
and if swallowed.
Safety Phrases:
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# 87-68-3: 3
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