International Chemical Safety Cards

ALDRIN ICSC: 0774
ALDRIN
HHDN
1,2,3,4,10,10-Hexachloro-1,4,4a,5,8,8a-hexahydro,endo,exo-1,4:5.8-dimethanonaphthalene
C12H8Cl6
Molecular mass: 364.9
CAS # 309-00-2
RTECS # IO2100000
ICSC # 0774
UN # 2761
EC # 602-048-00-3
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Not combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable.

In case of fire in the surroundings: all extinguishing agents allowed.
EXPLOSION Explosion hazard will depend on the solvent used or on the characteristics of the dust.


 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST! STRICT HYGIENE! AVOID EXPOSURE OF (PREGNANT) WOMEN!

INHALATION (see Ingestion).
Ventilation (not if powder).
Fresh air, rest. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN MAY BE ABSORBED! See Ingestion.
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES
Safety goggles or face shield.
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
INGESTION Dizziness. Headache. Nausea. Vomiting. Weakness. Muscle twitching.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Sweep spilled substance into containers. Carefully collect remainder, then remove to safe place. Do not let this chemical enter water courses or sewers (extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
Separated from food and feedstuffs. Cool. Dry.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
T symbol
R: 24/25-40-48
S: 22-36/37-44
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
Severe marine pollutant.
SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK
ICSC: 0774 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

ALDRIN ICSC: 0774

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS CRYSTALS.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating producing toxic and corrosive fumes (chlorine fumes, hydrogen chloride.) Reacts with acids, oxidants, active metals, phenols, acid catalysts. Can be corrosive due to the slow evolution of hydrogen chloride in storage.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV : ppm; 0.25 mg/m3 (as TWA) (skin) (ACGIH 1991-1992).


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body through the skin and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a harmful concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly on spraying.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system , resulting in convulsions.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
The substance accumulates in the human body. Aldrin may be present in human placental tissues and blood.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point at 0.267 kPa: 145°C
Melting point: 104°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.54
 Solubility in water: none
Vapour pressure, Pa at 20°C: 0.0086
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 7.4
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 Aldrin persists in soils: 50% disappear after 4 to 7 years. This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to fish and birds. In the food chain important to humans, bioaccumulation takes place, specifically in aquatic organisms.
NOTES
Other melting points: 40-60°C (technical grade). Technical aldrin is a tan to dark brown waxy solid. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Do NOT take working clothes home. The recommendations on this Card also apply to ICSC # 0787 (dieldrin). Aldrine, Aldrex, Aldrite, Aldrosol, Drinox, Seedrin, Octalene are trade names.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G53b
NFPA Code: H2; F0; R0;
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0774 ALDRIN
© IPCS, CEC, 1993
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