ICSC 0879 - 2,4,5-TRICHLOROPHENOL

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2,4,5-TRICHLOROPHENOL	ICSC: 0879 (April 2014)
2,4,5-TCP 1-Hydroxy-2,4,5-trichlorobenzene

CAS #: 95-95-4

UN #: 2020

EC Number: 202-467-8

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible under specific conditions. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames. NO contact with strong oxidizing agents.	Use foam, powder, carbon dioxide.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough. Sore throat.	Use local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness. Pain.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. To remove substance use polyethylene glycol 300 or vegetable oil. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness. Pain.	Wear safety goggles, face shield 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. Diarrhoea. Dizziness. Headache. Vomiting. Fatigue. Sweating.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and particulates adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Sweep spilled substance into covered sealable 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 Harmful if swallowed Causes skin irritation Causes serious eye irritation May cause respiratory irritation Very toxic to aquatic life Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 6.1; UN Pack Group: III
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and food and feedstuffs. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs. Marine pollutant.

2,4,5-TRICHLOROPHENOL

ICSC: 0879

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW CRYSTALS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR. Physical dangers Chemical dangers May explode on heating to decomposition. Decomposes on heating and on contact with strong oxidants. This produces toxic and irritating fumes (chlorine, hydrochloric acid). The substance is a weak acid. Reacts in an alkaline medium at high temperatures producing highly toxic chlorinated dioxins.	Formula: C₆H₃Cl₃O / C₆H₂Cl₃(OH) Molecular mass: 197.5 Boiling point: 253°C Melting point: 67°C Density: 1.68 g/cm³ Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.8 Solubility in water, g/l at 20°C: 1.2 (poor) Flash point: 133°C c.c. Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 2.9 Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.7

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW CRYSTALS WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
May explode on heating to decomposition. Decomposes on heating and on contact with strong oxidants. This produces toxic and irritating fumes (chlorine, hydrochloric acid). The substance is a weak acid. Reacts in an alkaline medium at high temperatures producing highly toxic chlorinated dioxins.

Formula: C₆H₃Cl₃O / C₆H₂Cl₃(OH)
Molecular mass: 197.5
Boiling point: 253°C
Melting point: 67°C
Density: 1.68 g/cm³
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.8
Solubility in water, g/l at 20°C: 1.2 (poor)
Flash point: 133°C c.c.
Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 2.9
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 3.7

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is severely irritating to the eyes, skin and 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 when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys. See Notes.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is severely irritating to the eyes, skin and 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 when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. The substance may have effects on the liver and kidneys. See Notes.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

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
Some technical products may contain highly toxic impurities including polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and furans. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested. If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s). Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. See ICSCs 588, 589, 590 and 1122.

NOTES

Some technical products may contain highly toxic impurities including polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and furans.
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
If the substance is formulated with solvent(s) also consult the card(s) (ICSC) of the solvent(s).
Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties.
See ICSCs 588, 589, 590 and 1122.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: Xn, N; R: 22-36/38-50/53; S: (2)-26-28-60-61

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