Pentachloroethane Safety Data Sheets
SAFETY DATA SHEETS
According to the UN GHS revision 8
SECTION 1: Identification
1.1 GHS Product identifier
| Product name | Pentachloroethane |
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1.2 Other means of identification
| Product number | - |
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| Other names | Pentachloroethane; Ethane, pentachloro-; PENTACHLOROETHANE |
1.3 Recommended use of the chemical and restrictions on use
| Identified uses | Intermediates |
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| Uses advised against | no data available |
1.4 Supplier's details
| Company | Echemi.com |
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| Address | Echemi.com |
| Telephone | Echemi.com |
1.5 Emergency phone number
| Emergency phone number | Echemi.com |
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| Service hours | Monday to Friday, 9am-5pm (Standard time zone: UTC/GMT +8 hours). |
SECTION 2: Hazard identification
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Carcinogenicity, Category 2
Specific target organ toxicity â repeated exposure, Category 1
Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term (Chronic) - Category Chronic 2
2.2 GHS label elements, including precautionary statements
| Pictogram(s) |   |
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| Signal word | Danger |
| Hazard statement(s) | H351 Suspected of causing cancer H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure H411 Toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects |
| Precautionary statement(s) | |
| Prevention | P203 Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray. P264 Wash ... thoroughly after handling. P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. P273 Avoid release to the environment. |
| Response | P318 IF exposed or concerned, get medical advice. P319 Get medical help if you feel unwell. P391 Collect spillage. |
| Storage | P405 Store locked up. |
| Disposal | P501 Dispose of contents/container to an appropriate treatment and disposal facility in accordance with applicable laws and regulations, and product characteristics at time of disposal. |
2.3 Other hazards which do not result in classification
no data available
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substances
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number | Concentration |
|---|---|---|---|---|
| Pentachloroethane | Pentachloroethane | 76-01-7 | 200-925-1 | 100% |
SECTION 4: First-aid measures
4.1 Description of necessary first-aid measures
If inhaled
Fresh air, rest. Refer for medical attention.
Following skin contact
Remove contaminated clothes. Rinse skin with plenty of water or shower. Refer for medical attention .
Following eye contact
First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then refer for medical attention.
Following ingestion
Rinse mouth. Do NOT induce vomiting. Refer for medical attention .
4.2 Most important symptoms/effects, acute and delayed
Irritation of skin, lungs, eyes, and mucous membrane; depression of central nervous system; and toxicity similar to tetrachloroethanes. (USCG, 1999)
4.3 Indication of immediate medical attention and special treatment needed, if necessary
Immediate first aid: Ensure that adequate decontamination has been carried out. If patient is not breathing, start artificial respiration, preferably with a demand-valve resuscitator, bag-valve-mask device, or pocket mask, as trained. Perform CPR as necessary. Immediately flush contaminated eyes with gently flowing water. Do not induce vomiting. If vomiting occurs, lean patient forward or place on left side (head-down position, if possible) to maintain an open airway and prevent aspiration. Keep patient quiet and maintain normal body temperature. Obtain medical attention. Halogenated aliphatic hydrocarbons and related compounds
SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures
5.1 Suitable extinguishing media
To fight fire use water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical.
5.2 Specific hazards arising from the chemical
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Contain irritating and toxic chloride vapors. Behavior in Fire: Decomposes and produces toxic gases. (USCG, 1999)
5.3 Special protective actions for fire-fighters
In case of fire in the surroundings, use appropriate extinguishing media. In case of fire: keep drums, etc., cool by spraying with water.
SECTION 6: Accidental release measures
6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in sand or inert absorbent. Then store and dispose of according to local regulations. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment.
6.3 Methods and materials for containment and cleaning up
Absorb the spills with paper towels or the like materials. Place in a hood to evaporate. Dispose by burning the towel.
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Handling in a well ventilated place. Wear suitable protective clothing. Avoid contact with skin and eyes. Avoid formation of dust and aerosols. Use non-sparking tools. Prevent fire caused by electrostatic discharge steam.
7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities
Separated from food and feedstuffs, strong bases and powdered metals. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.Separated from food and feedstuffs, strong bases and powdered metals. Well closed. Keep in a well-ventilated room.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.1 Control parameters
Occupational Exposure limit values
MAK: 42 mg/m3, 5 ppm; peak limitation category: II(2)
Biological limit values
no data available
8.2 Appropriate engineering controls
Ensure adequate ventilation. Handle in accordance with good industrial hygiene and safety practice. Set up emergency exits and the risk-elimination area.
8.3 Individual protection measures, such as personal protective equipment (PPE)
Eye/face protection
Wear face shield or eye protection in combination with breathing protection.
Skin protection
Protective gloves.
Respiratory protection
Use ventilation, local exhaust or breathing protection.
Thermal hazards
no data available
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties and safety characteristics
| Physical state | Pentachloroethane is a colorless liquid with a chloroform-like odor. Insoluble in water and denser than water. Toxic by inhalation and ingestion. May irritate skin and eyes. Used as a solvent. |
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| Colour | COLORLESS LIQUID |
| Odour | Chloroform-like |
| Melting point/freezing point | -95°C(lit.) |
| Boiling point or initial boiling point and boiling range | 162°C |
| Flammability | Combustible Liquid |
| Lower and upper explosion limit/flammability limit | Not flammable by standard tests in air. |
| Flash point | -22°C(lit.) |
| Auto-ignition temperature | May self-ignite. |
| Decomposition temperature | no data available |
| pH | no data available |
| Kinematic viscosity | 2.49X10-3 Pa-sec at 20 deg C |
| Solubility | less than 0.1 mg/mL at 70° F (NTP, 1992) |
| Partition coefficient n-octanol/water | log Kow = 3.22 |
| Vapour pressure | 3.4 mm Hg at 68° F ; 6 mm Hg at 86° F (NTP, 1992) |
| Density and/or relative density | 1.68 |
| Relative vapour density | 7.2 (NTP, 1992) (Relative to Air) |
| Particle characteristics | no data available |
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Decomposes on heating. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride and phosgene. Reacts violently with strong bases, powdered metals and sodium-potassium alloy. This generates explosion and toxic hazard.
10.2 Chemical stability
no data available
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
MODERATE, WHEN EXPOSED TO HEAT OR FLAME.The vapour is heavier than air.A mixture of PENTACHLOROETHANE with potassium may explode after a short delay. Reaction with alkalis or metals will produce a violent reaction. This compound also reacts violently with NaK alloy + bromoform. It is incompatible with strong oxidizing agents. (NTP, 1992)
10.4 Conditions to avoid
no data available
10.5 Incompatible materials
Mixtures of sodium-potassium alloy & ... pentachloroethane can explode on standing at room temperature. They are especially sensitive to impact.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of /hydrogen chloride/.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
- Oral: LD50 Rat oral 920 mg/kg
- Inhalation: LC50 Rat inhalation 4238 ppm/2 hr
- Dermal: no data available
Skin corrosion/irritation
no data available
Serious eye damage/irritation
no data available
Respiratory or skin sensitization
no data available
Germ cell mutagenicity
no data available
Carcinogenicity
Evaluation: No epidemiological data relevant to the carcinogenicity of pentachloroethane were found. There is limited evidence in experimental animals for the carcinogenicity of pentachloroethane. Overall evaluation: Pentachloroethane is not classifiable as to its carcinogenicity to humans (Group 3).
Reproductive toxicity
no data available
STOT-single exposure
The substance is irritating to the eyes and respiratory tract. The substance may cause effects on the central nervous system. This may result in depression.
STOT-repeated exposure
The substance defats the skin, which may cause dryness or cracking. The substance may have effects on the nervous system. This may result in impaired functions.
Aspiration hazard
A harmful contamination of the air can be reached rather quickly on evaporation of this substance at 20°C.
SECTION 12: Ecological information
12.1 Toxicity
- Toxicity to fish: LC50; Species: Lepomis macrochirus (Bluegill, weight 0.32-1.2 g); Conditions: freshwater, static, 21-23 deg C, pH 6.5-7.9, hardness 32-48 mg/L CaCO3, alkalinity 28-34 mg/L CaCO3, conductivity 93-190 umhos/cm, dissolved oxygen 0.3-9.7 mg/L; Concentration: 8.2 mg/L for 24 hr />80% purity
- Toxicity to daphnia and other aquatic invertebrates: EC50; Species: Daphnia magna (Water flea, age <24 hr, first instar); Conditions: freshwater, static, 20 deg C, pH 7.1-7.7, hardness 44.7 mg/L CaCO3 (43.5-47.5 mg/L CaCO3); alkalinity 41.5 mg/L CaCO3 (37.0-45.5 mg/L CaCO3); Concentration: 4700 ug/L for 48 hr; Effect: intoxication, immobilization /95-99% purity
- Toxicity to algae: no data available
- Toxicity to microorganisms: no data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
ANAEROBIC: The degradation of pentachloroethane in the environment is expected to be dominated by abiotic processes(1,2). Pentachloroethane at a concentration of approximately 0.9 umol/L in groundwater samples (pH 6.6-6.7, 25 deg C) was degraded by greater than 90% and approximately 100% after 30 days in an non-steriled and sterile (poisoned by addition of 10 mg/L deoxygenated mercuric chloride) sample, respectively(1). Pentachloroethane at a concentration of 5 umol/L in anoxic lake water containing high concentrations of the reductants hydrogen sulfide and polysulfide was degraded by 91 and 86% after 10 days in unaltered and filter sterilized systems, respectively (pH 6.8, 25 deg C)(2).
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
A bioconcentration factor of 67 was measured for pentachloroethane in bluegill sunfish(1). According to a classification scheme(2), this BCF suggests the potential for bioconcentration in aquatic organisms is moderate(SRC).
12.4 Mobility in soil
The Koc of pentachloroethane is estimated as 1340(SRC), using a log Kow of 3.22(1) and a regression-derived equation(2). According to a classification scheme(3), this estimated Koc value suggests that pentachloroethane is expected to have low mobility in soil.
12.5 Other adverse effects
no data available
SECTION 13: Disposal considerations
13.1 Disposal methods
Product
The material can be disposed of by removal to a licensed chemical destruction plant or by controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing. Do not contaminate water, foodstuffs, feed or seed by storage or disposal. Do not discharge to sewer systems.
Contaminated packaging
Containers can be triply rinsed (or equivalent) and offered for recycling or reconditioning. Alternatively, the packaging can be punctured to make it unusable for other purposes and then be disposed of in a sanitary landfill. Controlled incineration with flue gas scrubbing is possible for combustible packaging materials.
SECTION 14: Transport information
14.1 UN Number
| ADR/RID: UN1669 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: UN1669 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: UN1669 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.2 UN Proper Shipping Name
| ADR/RID: PENTACHLOROETHANE (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: PENTACHLOROETHANE (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: PENTACHLOROETHANE (For reference only, please check.) |
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
| ADR/RID: 6.1 (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: 6.1 (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: 6.1 (For reference only, please check.) |
14.4 Packing group, if applicable
| ADR/RID: II (For reference only, please check.) | IMDG: II (For reference only, please check.) | IATA: II (For reference only, please check.) |
14.5 Environmental hazards
| ADR/RID: Yes | IMDG: Yes | IATA: Yes |
14.6 Special precautions for user
no data available
14.7 Transport in bulk according to IMO instruments
no data available
SECTION 15: Regulatory information
15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations specific for the product in question
| Chemical name | Common names and synonyms | CAS number | EC number |
|---|---|---|---|
| Pentachloroethane | Pentachloroethane | 76-01-7 | 200-925-1 |
| European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances (EINECS) | Listed. | ||
| EC Inventory | Listed. | ||
| United States Toxic Substances Control Act (TSCA) Inventory | Listed. | ||
| China Catalog of Hazardous chemicals 2015 | Listed. | ||
| New Zealand Inventory of Chemicals (NZIoC) | Not Listed. | ||
| Philippines Inventory of Chemicals and Chemical Substances (PICCS) | Listed. | ||
| Vietnam National Chemical Inventory | Listed. | ||
| Chinese Chemical Inventory of Existing Chemical Substances (China IECSC) | Listed. | ||
| Korea Existing Chemicals List (KECL) | Not Listed. | ||
SECTION 16: Other information
Information on revision
| Creation Date | July 15, 2019 |
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| Revision Date | July 15, 2019 |
Abbreviations and acronyms
- CAS: Chemical Abstracts Service
- ADR: European Agreement concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Road
- RID: Regulation concerning the International Carriage of Dangerous Goods by Rail
- IMDG: International Maritime Dangerous Goods
- IATA: International Air Transportation Association
- TWA: Time Weighted Average
- STEL: Short term exposure limit
- LC50: Lethal Concentration 50%
- LD50: Lethal Dose 50%
- EC50: Effective Concentration 50%
References
- IPCS - The International Chemical Safety Cards (ICSC), website: http://www.ilo.org/dyn/icsc/showcard.home
- HSDB - Hazardous Substances Data Bank, website: https://toxnet.nlm.nih.gov/newtoxnet/hsdb.htm
- IARC - International Agency for Research on Cancer, website: http://www.iarc.fr/
- eChemPortal - The Global Portal to Information on Chemical Substances by OECD, website: http://www.echemportal.org/echemportal/index?pageID=0&request_locale=en
- CAMEO Chemicals, website: http://cameochemicals.noaa.gov/search/simple
- ChemIDplus, website: http://chem.sis.nlm.nih.gov/chemidplus/chemidlite.jsp
- ERG - Emergency Response Guidebook by U.S. Department of Transportation, website: http://www.phmsa.dot.gov/hazmat/library/erg
- Germany GESTIS-database on hazard substance, website: http://www.dguv.de/ifa/gestis/gestis-stoffdatenbank/index-2.jsp
- ECHA - European Chemicals Agency, website: https://echa.europa.eu/
Other Information
Use of alcoholic beverages enhances the harmful effect.Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is suggested.
Disclaimer: The above information is believed to be correct but does not purport to be all inclusive and shall be used only as a guide. The information in this document is based on the present state of our knowledge and is applicable to the product with regard to appropriate safety precautions. It does not represent any guarantee of the properties of the product. We as supplier shall not be held liable for any damage resulting from handling or from contact with the above product.
Pentachloroethane is included in Hydrocarbons and Derivatives category.
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