International Chemical Safety Cards

CHLORAL HYDRATE ICSC: 0234
CHLORAL HYDRATE
Trichloroacetaldehyde monohydrate
2,2,2-Trichloro-1,1-ethanediol
C2H3Cl3O2/Cl3CCH(OH)2
Molecular mass: 165.4
CAS # 302-17-0
RTECS # FM8750000
ICSC # 0234
UN # 2811
EC # 605-014-00-6
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION

In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!

INHALATION Confusion. Drowsiness. Nausea. Unconsciousness.
Ventilation (not if powder). Local exhaust or breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN Redness.
Protective gloves.
Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower.
EYES Redness.
Safety spectacles 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 take to a doctor.
INGESTION Abdominal pain. Vomiting (further see Inhalation).
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Rinse mouth. Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place (extra personal protection: P3 filter respirator for toxic particles).
Separated from strong bases, food and feedstuffs. Keep in the dark.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T symbol
R: 25-36/38
S: (1/2-)25-45
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0234 Prepared in the context of cooperation between the International Programme on Chemical Safety & the Commission of the European Communities © IPCS CEC 1993

International Chemical Safety Cards

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
TRANSPARENT COLOURLESS CRYSTALS , WITH CHARACTERISTIC ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on burning producing toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrochloric acid. Reacts with strong bases producing chloroform.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of its aerosol and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
A harmful contamination of the air will be reached rather slowly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance irritates the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system, kidneys, liver and the cardiovascular system , resulting in impaired functions. Exposure may result in unconsciousness.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point (decomposes): 97°C
Melting point: 57-60°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.9		 Solubility in water: very good
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 0.99
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to water organisms.
N O T E S
Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect. Escre, Noctec, Nycton, Somnos, Lorinal, Chloraldurat are trade names.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G11b
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0234 CHLORAL HYDRATE
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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