Material Safety Data Sheet
(3,5-dichlorophenyl)acetonitrile
Section 1 - Chemical Product and Company Identification
MSDS Name: (3,5-dichlorophenyl)acetonitrile
Catalog Numbers: SC-12840
Section 2 - Composition, Information on Ingredients
CAS#52516-37-7
Chemical Name : (3,5-dichlorophenyl)acetonitrile
Percent 95%min
EINECS/ELINCS
Hazard Symbols: Xi
Risk Phrases: 20/21/22-36/37/38.
Section 3 - Hazards Identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW
Harmful if swallowed. Cause irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Potential Health Effects
Eye: Cause eye irritation.
Skin: Cause skin irritation. May be harmful if absorbed through the skin. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
Ingestion: Harmful if swallowed. May cause irritation of the digestive tract.
Inhalation: May cause respiratory tract irritation. Harmful if inhaled.
Chronic:
Section 4 - First Aid Measures
General advice: Consult a physician. Show this safety data sheet to the doctor in attendance.
If inhaled: If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.
In case of skin contact: Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Consult a physician.
In case of eye contact: Rinse thoroughly with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes and consult a physician.
If swallowed: Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.
Section 5 - Fire Fighting Measures
General Information: As in any fire, wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear.
Extinguishing Media: Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.
Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture: Hydrogen chloride gas, Carbon oxides, nitrogen oxides (NOx), Hydrogen chloride gas
Precautions for fire-fighters: Wear self contained breathing apparatus for fire fighting if necessary.
Section 6 - Accidental Release Measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Use personal protective equipment. Avoid dust formation. Avoid breathing vapors, mist or gas. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate personnel to safe areas. Avoid breathing dust.
6.2 Environmental precautions: Do not let product enter drains.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up: Pick up and arrange disposal without creating dust. Sweep up and shovel. Keep in suitable, closed containers for disposal.
6.4 Reference to other sections: For disposal see section 13.
Section 7 - Handling and Storage
Handling: Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Provide appropriate exhaust ventilation at places where dust is formed.Normal measures for preventive fire protection.
Storage: Store in cool place. Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place.
Section 8 - Exposure Controls, Personal Protection
Engineering Controls: Facilities storing or utilizing this material should be equipped with an eyewash facility and a safety shower. Use adequate ventilation to keep airborne concentrations low.
Personal Protective Equipment
Eyes: Safety glasses with side-shields conforming to EN166 Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).
Skin: Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of Fluka - 35530 Page 4 of 7 contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. The selected protective gloves have to satisfy the specifications of EU Directive 89/686/EEC and the standard EN 374 derived from it.
Body Protection: Complete suit protecting against chemicals, The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.
Respirators: For nuisance exposures use type P95 (US) or type P1 (EU EN 143) particle respirator.For higher level protection use type OV/AG/P99 (US) or type ABEK-P2 (EU EN 143) respirator cartridges. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).
Section 9 - Physical and Chemical Properties
Physical State: Powder
Color: Yellow
Odor: Not available.
pH: Not available.
Vapor Pressure:0.003mmHg at 25°C
Viscosity: Not available.
Boiling Point: 287°C
Freezing/Melting Point:: Not available.
Autoignition Temperature: Not available
Flash Point: 124°C
Decomposition Temperature:Not available.
Solubility: not available
Specific Gravity/Density: 1.333g/cm3
Molecular Formula:C8H5Cl2N
Molecular Weight:186.038
Section 10 - Stability and Reactivity
Chemical Stability: Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.
Conditions to Avoid: Incompatible materials.
Incompatibilities with Other Materials: Strong oxidizing agents.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: Nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.
Hazardous Polymerization: Has not been reported.
Section 11 - Toxicological Information
RTECS#:
CAS# 52516-37-7:
LD50/LC50: RTECS:
CAS# 52516-37-7:
Carcinogenicity:
No component of this product present at levels greater than or equal to 0.1% is identified as probable, possible or confirmed human carcinogen by IARC.
Epidemiology: No information found
Other Studies: The toxicological properties have not been fully investigated. See actual entry in RTECS for complete information.
Section 12 - Ecological Information
a health hazard
Section 13 - Disposal Considerations
Dispose of in a manner consistent with federal, state, and local regulations.
Section 14 - Transport Information
Shipping Name: not regular
Section 15 - Regulatory Information
European Labeling in Accordance with EC Directives
Hazard Class: Xi
Risk Phrases:
R20/21/22 Harmful by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R36/37/38 Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.
Safety Phrases:
S26 In case of contact with eyes, rinse immediately with plenty of water and seek medical advice.
S37/39 Wear suitable gloves and eye/face protection.
Section 16 - Additional Information
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