ICSC 0234 - CHLORAL HYDRATE

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CHLORAL HYDRATE	ICSC: 0234 (April 2013)
Trichloroacetaldehyde monohydrate 2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-ethanediol

CAS #: 302-17-0

UN #: 2811

EC Number: 206-117-5

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Confusion. Drowsiness. Nausea. Unconsciousness.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer immediately for medical attention.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Abdominal pain. Vomiting. Further see Inhalation.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer immediately for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. 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 Toxic if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Suspected of causing genetic defects May cause cancer May cause drowsiness or dizziness Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1
STORAGE
Separated from strong bases and food and feedstuffs.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

CHLORAL HYDRATE

ICSC: 0234

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance TRANSPARENT COLOURLESS CRYSTALS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride. Reacts with strong bases. This produces chloroform.	Formula: C₂H₃Cl₃O₂ / Cl₃CCH(OH)₂ Molecular mass: 165.4 Decomposes at 97°C Melting point: 57-60°C Density: 1.9 g/cm³ Solubility in water: very good Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.99

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
TRANSPARENT COLOURLESS CRYSTALS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride. Reacts with strong bases. This produces chloroform.

Formula: C₂H₃Cl₃O₂ / Cl₃CCH(OH)₂
Molecular mass: 165.4
Decomposes at 97°C
Melting point: 57-60°C
Density: 1.9 g/cm³
Solubility in water: very good
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.99

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour or dust and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in disorientation, lowering of blood pressure and lowering of consciousness. Exposure at high levels could cause cardiac dysrhythmia and unconsciousness or death.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure The substance may have effects on the liver. This may result in addiction, behavioural effects and liver impairment. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans. May cause heritable genetic damage to human germ cells.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its vapour or dust and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in disorientation, lowering of blood pressure and lowering of consciousness. Exposure at high levels could cause cardiac dysrhythmia and unconsciousness or death.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
The substance may have effects on the liver. This may result in addiction, behavioural effects and liver impairment. This substance is probably carcinogenic to humans. May cause heritable genetic damage to human germ cells.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
This substance may be hazardous to the environment. Special attention should be given to aquatic organisms.

NOTES
Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: T; R: 25-36/38; S: (1/2)-25-45

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