ICSC 0641 - o-CHLOROBENZALDEHYDE

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o-CHLOROBENZALDEHYDE	ICSC: 0641 (November 2016)
2-Chlorobenzaldehyde

CAS #: 89-98-5

UN #: 3265

EC Number: 201-956-3

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire. Above 87°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.	NO open flames. Above 87°C use a closed system and ventilation.	Use water spray, foam, powder, carbon dioxide. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.


	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat. Burning sensation.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower for at least 15 minutes. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles or face shield.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible). Refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Burning sensation in the mouth and in the stomach. Abdominal pain.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Give one or two glasses of water to drink. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: chemical protection suit and protective gloves. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations.	According to UN GHS Criteria WARNING Combustible liquid May be harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation Toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 8
STORAGE
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING
Unbreakable packaging. Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

o-CHLOROBENZALDEHYDE

ICSC: 0641

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH PUNGENT ODOUR. Physical dangers No data. Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163).	Formula: C₇H₅ClO / ClC₆H₄CHO Molecular mass: 140.6 Boiling point: 211.9°C Melting point: 12.4°C Density: 1.25 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/l at 20°C: 1.8 (poor) Vapour pressure, kPa at 25°C: 0.04 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.86 (calculated) Flash point: 87°C c.c. Auto-ignition temperature: 385°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.33

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW LIQUID WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

Physical dangers
No data.

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

Formula: C₇H₅ClO / ClC₆H₄CHO
Molecular mass: 140.6
Boiling point: 211.9°C
Melting point: 12.4°C
Density: 1.25 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/l at 20°C: 1.8 (poor)
Vapour pressure, kPa at 25°C: 0.04
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.86 (calculated)
Flash point: 87°C c.c.
Auto-ignition temperature: 385°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.33

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is severely irritating to the eyes, skin and possibly the respiratory tract.	Inhalation risk No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

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

Inhalation risk
No indication can be given about the rate at which a harmful concentration of this substance in the air is reached on evaporation at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.

NOTES
The apparent melting point caused by loss of crystal water is given.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: C; R: 34; S: (1/2)-26-45

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