Name:
Trichloroacetonitrile 98%
Synonym:
Cyanotrichloromethane; Trichloromethylcyanide
CAS:
545-06-2
Section 1 - Chemical Product
MSDS Name:Trichloroacetonitrile 98%
Synonym:Cyanotrichloromethane; Trichloromethylcyanide
Synonym:Cyanotrichloromethane; Trichloromethylcyanide
Section 2 - COMPOSITION, INFORMATION ON INGREDIENTS
| CAS# | Chemical Name | emsds | EINECS# |
| 545-06-2 | Trichloroacetonitrile | 98.0 | 208-885-7 |
| Hazard Symbols: T Risk Phrases: 23/24/25 |
Section 3 - HAZARDS IDENTIFICATION
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.Toxic.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes severe eye irritation. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears).
Skin:
Causes severe skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Effects of contact may be delayed.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes digestive tract irritation.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Effects of inhalation may be delayed.
Chronic:
No information found.
Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.Toxic.
Potential Health Effects
Eye:
Causes severe eye irritation. Lachrymator (substance which increases the flow of tears).
Skin:
Causes severe skin irritation. Harmful if absorbed through the skin.
Effects of contact may be delayed.
Ingestion:
Harmful if swallowed. Causes digestive tract irritation.
Inhalation:
May cause respiratory tract irritation. Effects of inhalation may be delayed.
Chronic:
No information found.
Section 4 - FIRST AID MEASURES
Eyes: Flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
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.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Antidote: None reported.
Skin:
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Ingestion:
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.
Inhalation:
Remove from exposure and move to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Notes to Physician:
Treat symptomatically and supportively.
Antidote: None reported.
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. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion.
Extinguishing Media:
Substance is noncombustible; use agent most appropriate to extinguish surrounding fire.
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. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation.
Spills/Leaks:
Absorb spill with inert material (e.g. vermiculite, sand or earth), then place in suitable container. Clean up spills immediately, observing precautions in the Protective Equipment section. Provide ventilation.
Section 7 - HANDLING and STORAGE
Handling:
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed.
Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep refrigerated. (Store below 4C/39F.) Keep containers tightly closed.
Wash thoroughly after handling. Use with adequate ventilation. Avoid contact with eyes, skin, and clothing. Keep container tightly closed.
Avoid ingestion and inhalation.
Storage:
Store in a cool, dry, well-ventilated area away from incompatible substances. Keep refrigerated. (Store below 4C/39F.) Keep containers tightly closed.
Section 8 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS, PERSONAL PROTECTION
Engineering Controls:
Use adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits CAS# 545-06-2: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
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 adequate general or local exhaust ventilation to keep airborne concentrations below the permissible exposure limits.
Exposure Limits CAS# 545-06-2: Personal Protective Equipment Eyes: Wear appropriate protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles as described by OSHAs eye and face protection regulations in 29 CFR 1910.133 or European Standard EN166.
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 or Crystals
Color: colorless
Odor: hydrogen cyanide
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure: 58 mmHg @ 20 C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 83 - 84 deg C @ 760.00mm Hg
Freezing/Melting Point: -42 deg C
Autoignition Temperature: Not available.
Flash Point: Not available.
Explosion Limits, lower: N/A
Explosion Limits, upper: N/A
Decomposition Temperature:
Solubility in water: soluble in acetone, dimethyl sulfoxide,
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.4400g/cm3
Molecular Formula: C2Cl3N
Molecular Weight: 144.39
Section 10 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY
Chemical Stability:
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong acids - strong bases - strong oxidizing agents - strong reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, cyanides, chlorine.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid:
Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials:
Strong acids - strong bases - strong oxidizing agents - strong reducing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products:
Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, nitrogen, cyanides, chlorine.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - TOXICOLOGICAL INFORMATION
RTECS#:
CAS# 545-06-2: AM2450000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 545-06-2: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 50 ug/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 5 mg/24H Severe; Oral, rat: LD50 = 250 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 900 uL/kg.
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Trichloroacetonitrile - Not listed by ACGIH, IARC, or NTP.
Other:
See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
CAS# 545-06-2: AM2450000 LD50/LC50:
CAS# 545-06-2: Draize test, rabbit, eye: 50 ug/24H Severe; Draize test, rabbit, skin: 5 mg/24H Severe; Oral, rat: LD50 = 250 mg/kg; Skin, rabbit: LD50 = 900 uL/kg.
Not available.
Carcinogenicity:
Trichloroacetonitrile - 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: NITRILES, LIQUID, TOXIC, N.O.S.*
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3276
Packing Group: II
IMO
Shipping Name: NITRILES, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3276
Packing Group: II
RID/ADR
Shipping Name: NITRILES, TOXIC, N.O.S.
Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Number: 3276
Packing group: II
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 45 In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek
medical advice immediately (show the label where
possible).
WGK (Water Danger/Protection)
CAS# 545-06-2: No information available.
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