International Chemical Safety Cards

TITANIUM TETRACHLORIDE

ICSC: 1230

TITANIUM TETRACHLORIDE
Titanium chloride
Tetrachlorotitanium
TiCl₄
Molecular mass: 189.7
CAS # 7550-45-0
RTECS # XR1925000
ICSC # 1230
UN # 1838
EC # 022-001-00-5

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: powder, carbon dioxide, NO hydrous agents, NO water.
EXPLOSION			In case of fire: cool drums, etc., by spraying with water but avoid contact of the substance with water.

EXPOSURE		AVOID ALL CONTACT!	IN ALL CASES CONSULT A DOCTOR!
INHALATION	Corrosive. Burning sensation. Cough. Laboured breathing. Tightness in the chest. Symptoms may be delayed (see Notes).	Ventilation, local exhaust, or breathing protection.	Fresh air, rest. Half-upright position. Artificial respiration if indicated. Refer for medical attention.
SKIN	Corrosive. Redness. Pain. Blisters.	Protective gloves. Protective clothing.	Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap. Refer for medical attention.
EYES	Corrosive. Redness. Pain. Severe deep burns. Permanent damage.	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	Corrosive. Abdominal cramps. Burning sensation. Shock or collapse.	Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.	Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention.

SPILLAGE DISPOSAL

STORAGE

PACKAGING & LABELLING

Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Ventilation. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent and remove to safe place. NEVER direct water jet on liquid. Remove with fine water spray (extra personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus).

Separated from food and feedstuffs. Dry. Well closed.

Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
C symbol
R: 14-34-36/37
S: (1/2-)7/8-26-45
UN Hazard Class: 8
UN Packing Group: II

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ICSC: 1230

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International Chemical Safety Cards

TITANIUM TETRACHLORIDE

ICSC: 1230

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PHYSICAL STATE; APPEARANCE:
COLOURLESS TO LIGHT YELLOW LIQUID , WITH PUNGENT ODOUR.

PHYSICAL DANGERS:

CHEMICAL DANGERS:
The substance decomposes on heating or on burning producing toxic fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC # 0163). Reacts violently with water releasing heat and corrosive fumes of hydrogen chloride. On contact with air it emits hydrochloric acid. Attacks many metals in presence of water.

OCCUPATIONAL EXPOSURE LIMITS (OELs):
TLV not established.

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

INHALATION RISK:
No indication can be given about the rate in which a harmful concentration in the air is reached on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.

EFFECTS OF SHORT-TERM EXPOSURE:
Corrosive. The substance is corrosive to the eyes, the skin and the respiratory tract. Corrosive on ingestion. Inhalation of vapour may cause lung oedema (see Notes). The effects may be delayed. Medical observation is indicated.

EFFECTS OF LONG-TERM OR REPEATED EXPOSURE:
The substance may have effects on the lungs and respiratory tract , resulting in impaired functions.

PHYSICAL
PROPERTIES

Boiling point: 136.4°C
Melting point: -24.1°C
Relative density (water = 1): 1.7

Solubility in water: reaction
Vapour pressure, kPa at 21.3°C: 1.3
Relative vapour density (air = 1): 6.5

ENVIRONMENTAL
DATA

N O T E S

Reacts violently with fire extinguishing agents such as water. Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated. 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. Immediate administration of an appropriate spray, by a doctor or a person authorized by him/her, should be considered.

Transport Emergency Card: TEC (R)-733
NFPA Code: H3; F0; R2;

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