ICSC 0937 - PHENOTHIAZINE

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PHENOTHIAZINE	ICSC: 0937 (April 2009)
Dibenzothiazine Thiodiphenylamine Dibenzo-1,4-thiazine

CAS #: 92-84-2

EC Number: 202-196-5

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO open flames.	Use powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation		Avoid inhalation of dust.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Severe itching. Redness.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention if skin irritation occurs.
Eyes		Wear safety spectacles or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	Rinse with plenty of water (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion	Abdominal cramps.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Seek medical attention if you feel unwell.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. 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 WARNING May be harmful if swallowed Causes mild skin irritation Toxic to aquatic life Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Separated from strong oxidants and strong acids. Store in an area without drain or sewer access. Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
PACKAGING

PHENOTHIAZINE

ICSC: 0937

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance YELLOW CRYSTALS. TURNS DARK GREEN ON EXPOSURE TO LIGHT. Physical dangers No data. Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating and on contact with strong acids. This produces toxic and irritating fumes including nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides. Reacts violently with strong oxidants. This generates fire hazard.	Formula: C₁₂H₉NS Molecular mass: 199.3 Boiling point: 371°C Melting point: 185.1°C Density: 1.34 g/cm³ Solubility in water: none Flash point: 202°C Auto-ignition temperature: 471°C Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 4.15

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
YELLOW CRYSTALS. TURNS DARK GREEN ON EXPOSURE TO LIGHT.

Physical dangers
No data.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and on contact with strong acids. This produces toxic and irritating fumes including nitrogen oxides and sulfur oxides. Reacts violently with strong oxidants. This generates fire hazard.

Formula: C₁₂H₉NS
Molecular mass: 199.3
Boiling point: 371°C
Melting point: 185.1°C
Density: 1.34 g/cm³
Solubility in water: none
Flash point: 202°C
Auto-ignition temperature: 471°C
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 4.15

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure The substance is mildly irritating to the skin.	Inhalation risk A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause skin photosensitization. The substance when ingested may have effects on the blood and nervous system.

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

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

Effects of short-term exposure
The substance is mildly irritating to the skin.

Inhalation risk
A harmful concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed, especially if powdered.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure
Repeated or prolonged contact with skin may cause dermatitis. Repeated or prolonged exposure may cause skin photosensitization. The substance when ingested may have effects on the blood and nervous system.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 5 mg/m³, as TWA; (skin)

ENVIRONMENT
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms. Bioaccumulation of this chemical may occur in fish. The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment. 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.

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ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification

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