Pentachloroethane
Synonyms & Trade Names
Ethane pentachloride, Pentalin
Exposure Limits
Measurement Methods
Physical Description
Colorless liquid with a sweetish, chloroform-like odor.
Molecular Weight
202.3
Boiling Point
322°F
Freezing Point
-20°F
Solubility
0.05%
Vapor Pressure
3 mmHg
Ionization Potential
11.28 eV
Specific Gravity
1.68
Flash Point
?
Upper Explosive Limit
?
Lower Explosive Limit
?
Combustible Liquid
Incompatibilities & Reactivities
(Sodium-potassium alloy + bromoform), alkalis, metals, water
[Note: Hydrolysis produces dichloroacetic acid. Reaction with alkalis & metals produces spontaneously explosive chloroacetylenes.]
Exposure Routes
inhalation, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact
Symptoms
In Animals: irritation eyes, skin; lassitude (weakness, exhaustion), restlessness, irreg respiration, muscle incoordination; liver, kidney, lung changes
Target Organs
Eyes, skin, respiratory system, central nervous system, liver, kidneys
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
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:Soap wash
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Eye:Irrigate immediately
Skin:Soap wash
Breathing:Respiratory support
Swallow:Medical attention immediately
Respirator Recommendations
Not available.
See also
INTRODUCTION
ICSC CARD: 1394
Page last reviewed: October 30, 2019
Content
source: National Institute for Occupational Safety and Health