ICSC 0134 - CHLOROTHALONIL

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CHLOROTHALONIL	ICSC: 0134 (November 2009)
Tetrachloroisophthalonitrile 2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-1,3-benzenedicarbonitrile 2,4,5,6-Tetrachloro-3-cyanobenzonitrile

CAS #: 1897-45-6

UN #: 2588

EC Number: 217-588-1

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Risk of fire and explosion if formulations contain flammable/explosive solvents.		Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide.

AVOID ALL CONTACT!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation		Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain. Blurred vision.	Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer immediately for medical attention.
Ingestion	Burning sensation in the throat and chest. Abdominal pain.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: chemical protection suit and protective gloves. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. If appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria Fatal if inhaled Causes mild skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause an allergic skin reaction May cause respiratory irritation Very toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1
STORAGE
Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing. Separated from food and feedstuffs. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant.

CHLOROTHALONIL

ICSC: 0134

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance ODOURLESS COLOURLESS CRYSTALS. Physical dangers No data. Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and nitrogen oxides.	Formula: C₈Cl₄N₂ Molecular mass: 265.9 Boiling point: 350°C Melting point: 250-251°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.8 Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: <0.01 (none) Vapour pressure, Pa at 40°C: <1.3 (negligible) Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.05

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
ODOURLESS COLOURLESS CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers
No data.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and nitrogen oxides.

Formula: C₈Cl₄N₂
Molecular mass: 265.9
Boiling point: 350°C
Melting point: 250-251°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.8
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: <0.01 (none)
Vapour pressure, Pa at 40°C: <1.3 (negligible)
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.05

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the skin.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes. The substance is irritating to the respiratory tract. The substance is mildly irritating to the skin.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged contact may cause skin sensitization.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
MAK sensitization of skin (SH)

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is very toxic to aquatic organisms. This substance does enter the environment under normal use. Great care, however, should be taken to avoid any additional release, for example through inappropriate disposal.

NOTES
Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T+, N; R: 26-37-40-41-43-50/53; S: (2)-28-36/37/39-45-60-61

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