International Chemical Safety Cards

CHLORDANE ICSC: 0740
CHLORDANE
1,2,4,5,6,7,8,8-Octachloro-2,3,3a,4,7,7a-hexahydro-4,7-methanoindene
C10H6Cl8
Molecular mass: 409.8
CAS # 57-74-9
RTECS # PB9800000
ICSC # 0740
UN # 2996
EC # 602-047-00-8
TYPES OF
HAZARD/
EXPOSURE 		ACUTE HAZARDS/
SYMPTOMS 		PREVENTION FIRST AID/
FIRE FIGHTING
FIRE Combustible. Liquid formulations containing organic solvents may be flammable. Gives off irritating or toxic fumes (or gases) in a fire.
NO open flames.
Alcohol-resistant foam, powder, carbon dioxide.
EXPLOSION Above 56°C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed. Explosion hazard will depend on the solvent used or on the characteristics of the dust.
Above 56°C closed system, ventilation.
In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
 
EXPOSURE
PREVENT GENERATION OF MISTS! STRICT HYGIENE!

INHALATION (see Ingestion).
Breathing protection.
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN MAY BE ABSORBED!
Protective gloves. Protective clothing.
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
EYES Redness.
Safety goggles or 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 take to a doctor.
INGESTION Convulsions. Nausea. Vomiting.
Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Do NOT induce vomiting. Rest. Refer for medical attention.
SPILLAGE DISPOSAL STORAGE PACKAGING & LABELLING
Collect leaking liquid in sealable containers. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. Do NOT wash away into sewer (extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).
Separated from food and feedstuffs, strong bases. Cool. Dry.
Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
Xn symbol
R: 21/22-40
S: 36/37
UN Hazard Class: 6.1
UN Packing Group: III
Severe marine pollutant.
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ICSC: 0740 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

CHLORDANE ICSC: 0740

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
LIGHT YELLOW TO AMBER VISCOUS LIQUID.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:


CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating and/or on burning and on contact with bases producing toxic fumes: chlorine fumes, hydrogen chloride, phosgene. Attacks plastic, rubber and coating.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV: ppm; 0.5 mg/m3 (as TWA) (skin) (ACGIH 1991-1992).
PDK: 0.01 mg/m3 C (USSR 1977).


ROUTES OF EXPOSURE:
The substance can be absorbed into the body by inhalation of dusts from powder concentrates, through the skin especially from liquid formulations, and by ingestion.

INHALATION RISK:
Evaporation at 20°C is negligible; a nuisance-causing concentration of airborne particles can, however, be reached quickly when dispersed.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
Inhalation of dust may cause irritation. Exposure at high levels may result in disorientation, tremors, convulsions, respiratory failure and death. Medical observation is indicated.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
This substance is possibly carcinogenic to humans.
PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES
 Boiling point at 1.33 kPa: 175°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.59-1.63
Solubility in water: None
 Vapour pressure, Pa at 25°C: 0.0013
Octanol/water partition coefficient as log Pow: 2.78
ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA
 Chlordane is persistent and rather immobile in soil. This substance may be hazardous to the environment; special attention should be given to fish in tropical areas. It is strongly advised not to let the chemical enter into the environment.
NOTES
The commercial product (technical chlordane) is a mixture containing 60 to 75% of the pure compound and 25 to 40% of related compounds. The chlorine content is 64-67%. Other melting points: cis-isomer: 106-107°C; trans-isomer: 104-105°C. All uses of this substance are increasingly restricted. Safe and equally effective alternatives should be prepared. Carrier solvents used in commercial formulations may change physical and toxicological properties. Do NOT take working clothes home. Aspon Chlordane, Belt, Corodane, Niran, Velsicol 1068, Toxichlor, Octachlor, Ortho-klor, Synklor, Topiclor, Toxichlor are trade names. Also consult ICSC # 0743 on heptachlor.
Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-61G57c
ADDITIONAL INFORMATION


ICSC: 0740 CHLORDANE
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