ICSC 1100 - TRICLOPYR

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TRICLOPYR	ICSC: 1100 (July 2006)
3,5,6-Trichloro-2-pyridyloxyacetic acid

CAS #: 55335-06-3

EC Number: 259-597-3

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible.		In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media.

PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Cough.	Use local exhaust.	Fresh air, rest.
Skin	Redness.	Protective gloves.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Eyes	Redness.	Wear safety spectacles.	Rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible).
Ingestion		Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Personal protection: particulate filter respirator adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Sweep spilled substance into covered containers. Wash away remainder with plenty of water.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification
STORAGE
Keep in the dark.
PACKAGING

TRICLOPYR

ICSC: 1100

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance WHITE OR COLOURLESS FLUFFY CRYSTALS. Physical dangers Chemical dangers Decomposes on heating and under the influence of UV light. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and nitrogen dioxide (see ICSC 0930).	Formula: C₇H₄Cl₃NO₃ Molecular mass: 256.5 Decomposes at 208°C Melting point: 148-150°C Density: 1.85 g/cm³ Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.04 (none) Vapour pressure at 25°C: negligible Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

Physical State; Appearance
WHITE OR COLOURLESS FLUFFY CRYSTALS.

Physical dangers

Chemical dangers
Decomposes on heating and under the influence of UV light. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and nitrogen dioxide (see ICSC 0930).

Formula: C₇H₄Cl₃NO₃
Molecular mass: 256.5
Decomposes at 208°C
Melting point: 148-150°C
Density: 1.85 g/cm³
Solubility in water, g/100ml at 25°C: 0.04 (none)
Vapour pressure at 25°C: negligible
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.00

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS
Routes of exposure The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion. Effects of short-term exposure May cause mechanical irritation.	Inhalation risk A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed. Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

EXPOSURE & HEALTH EFFECTS

Routes of exposure
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol, through the skin and by ingestion.

Effects of short-term exposure
May cause mechanical irritation.

Inhalation risk
A nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can be reached quickly when dispersed.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS

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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