ICSC 1409 - THIONYL CHLORIDE

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THIONYL CHLORIDE	ICSC: 1409 (October 2001)
Sulfurous oxychloride Sulfurous dichloride Sulfinyl chloride Sulfur chloride oxide (Cl2SO) Thionyl dichloride

CAS #: 7719-09-7

UN #: 1836

EC Number: 231-748-8

	ACUTE HAZARDS	PREVENTION	FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE & EXPLOSION	Not combustible. Many reactions may cause fire or explosion. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.	NO contact with water.	In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. NO water. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water. NO direct contact with water.

PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! AVOID ALL CONTACT! IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
	SYMPTOMS	PREVENTION	FIRST AID
Inhalation	Sore throat. Cough. Burning sensation. Shortness of breath. Laboured breathing. Symptoms may be delayed. See Notes.	Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration may be needed. Refer for medical attention.
Skin	Pain. Redness. Serious skin burns.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Eyes	Pain. Redness. Severe deep burns.	Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.	First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Ingestion	Burning sensation. Abdominal pain. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work. Wash hands before eating.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL	CLASSIFICATION & LABELLING
Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus.	According to UN GHS Criteria Transportation UN Classification UN Hazard Class: 8; UN Pack Group: I
STORAGE
Ventilation along the floor. Separated from food and feedstuffs. See Chemical Dangers. Dry. Well closed.
PACKAGING
Unbreakable packaging. Put breakable packaging into closed unbreakable container. Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.

THIONYL CHLORIDE

ICSC: 1409

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION
Physical State; Appearance COLOURLESS-TO-YELLOW OR REDDISH FUMING LIQUID WITH PUNGENT ODOUR. Physical dangers The vapour is heavier than air. Chemical dangers Decomposes above 140°C . This produces toxic and corrosive fumes. Reacts violently with water. This produces toxic fumes of sulfur dioxide and hydrogen chloride. Reacts with many substances such as combustible substances, amines, bases and metals. This generates fire and explosion hazard.	Formula: SOCl₂ Molecular mass: 118.97 Boiling point: 76°C Melting point: -104.5°C Relative density (water = 1): 1.64 Solubility in water: reaction Vapour pressure, kPa at 25°C: 16 Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.1 Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.49

PHYSICAL & CHEMICAL INFORMATION

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

Physical dangers
The vapour is heavier than air.

Chemical dangers
Decomposes above 140°C . This produces toxic and corrosive fumes. Reacts violently with water. This produces toxic fumes of sulfur dioxide and hydrogen chloride. Reacts with many substances such as combustible substances, amines, bases and metals. This generates fire and explosion hazard.

Formula: SOCl₂
Molecular mass: 118.97
Boiling point: 76°C
Melting point: -104.5°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.64
Solubility in water: reaction
Vapour pressure, kPa at 25°C: 16
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 4.1
Relative density of the vapour/air-mixture at 20°C (air = 1): 1.49

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 very corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The substance may cause effects on the lungs. This may result in inflammation and blockage of the airways. Exposure far above the OEL could cause death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.	Inhalation risk A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance 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 very corrosive to the eyes, skin and respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation may cause lung oedema. See Notes. The substance may cause effects on the lungs. This may result in inflammation and blockage of the airways. Exposure far above the OEL could cause death. The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

Inhalation risk
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached very quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

Effects of long-term or repeated exposure

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS
TLV: 0.2 ppm as STEL

ENVIRONMENT

NOTES
The occupational exposure limit value should not be exceeded during any part of the working exposure. The symptoms of lung oedema often do not become manifest until a few hours have passed and they are aggravated by physical effort. Rest and medical observation are therefore essential.

ADDITIONAL INFORMATION

EC Classification
Symbol: C; R: 14-20/22-29-35; S: (1/2)-26-36/37/39-45

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