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Chloroacetyl chloride

Synonyms & Trade Names
Chloroacetic acid chloride, Chloroacetic chloride, Monochloroacetyl chloride
CAS No.
79-04-9
RTECS No.
AO6475000
DOT ID & Guide
1752 156
Formula
ClCH2COCl
Conversion
1 ppm = 4.62 mg/m3
IDLH
N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX
Exposure Limits
NIOSH REL
: TWA 0.05 ppm (0.2 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL
†: none
Measurement Methods

None available
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods
Physical Description
Colorless to yellowish liquid with a strong, pungent odor.
MW:
112.9
BP:
223°F
FRZ:
-7°F
Sol:
Decomposes
VP:
19 mmHg
IP:
10.30 eV
Sp.Gr:
1.42
Fl.P:
NA
UEL:
NA
LEL:
NA
Noncombustible Liquid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
Water, alcohols, bases, metals (corrosive), amines [Note: Decomposes in water to form chloroacetic acid & hydrogen chloride gas.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; cough, wheezing, dyspnea (breathing difficulty); lacrimation (discharge of tears)
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system
Personal Protection/Sanitation
(See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench
First Aid
(See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Water flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations

Not available.

Important additional information about respirator selection

See also: INTRODUCTION   See ICSC CARD: 0845
 

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