Safety Data Sheet - Ethylene Dichloride

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

Chemical Name Ethylene Dichloride

Product Form Substance

Catalogue No. AL2087

CAS Number 107-06-2

EC Number 203-458-1

EC Index Number 602-004-00-3

Grade AR

HSN Code 29031500

Molecular Formula C2H4Cl2

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking

1.1 Product identifier

Chemical Name Ethylene Dichloride

Catalogue No. AL2087

Product form Substance

CAS Number 107-06-2

EC Number 203-458-1

Grade AR

EC Index Number 602-004-00-3

Chemical Formula C2H4Cl2

HSN Code 29031500

Synonyms 1,2-Dichloroethane

Chemical Structure -

1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against

Use of the substance/mixture Solvent and reagent in chemical synthesis and analysis.

Uses advised against Not specified

1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet

Company identification Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053Maharashtra, India.

1.4 Emergency Contact Details

Phone / e-Mail Phone : +91 22 26317055 Mobile : +91 9820385757 e-mail : info@alphachemika.co.in

SECTION 2: Hazards identification

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

Classification according to Regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Flam. Liq. 2; Acute Tox. 4; Skin Irrit. 2; Eye Irrit. 2A; STOT SE 3; Carc. 1B

Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 11 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements

2.2 Label elements

Hazard pictograms Flammable, Irritant, Health Hazard

Signal word Danger

Hazard statements H225: Highly Flammable liquid and vapor; H302: Harmful if swallowed; H315: Causes skin irritation; H319: Causes serious eye irritation; H335: May cause respiratory irritation; H350: May cause cancer

2.3 Other hazards

Other hazards Suspected carcinogen, may cause reproductive toxicity.

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1 Substance

Name Ethylene Dichloride

CAS No. 107-06-2

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures

First-aid measures after inhalation If this chemical has been inhaled, remove the exposed person to fresh air at once. If breathing has stopped, perform artificial respiration. Keep the person warm and at rest.

First-aid measures after skin contact If this chemical contacts the skin, promptly wash the contaminated skin with soap and water. If this chemical penetrates the clothing, promptly remove the clothing and wash the skin with soap and water. Get medical attention promptly.

First-aid measures after eye contact If this chemical contacts the eyes, immediately wash (irrigate) the eyes with large amounts of water, occasionally lifting the lower and upper lids. Get medical attention immediately.

First-aid measures after ingestion If this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention immediately.

4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed

Symptoms relating to use Headache, dizziness, nausea, respiratory distress.

4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed

General information Treat symptomatically. Show this safety data sheet to the treating physician.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media

Suitable extinguishing media Use water spray, alcohol-resistant foam, dry chemical or carbon dioxide.

Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified

5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture

Special procedures Vapors are heavier than air and will collect in low areas. Vapors may travel long distances to ignition sources and flashback.

5.3 Advice for firefighters

Protection during firefighting Do not enter fire area without proper protective equipment, including respiratory protection.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1.1 For non-emergency personnel

Emergency procedures Evacuate area. Ventilate and contain spill. Use appropriate protective equipment.

6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up

Methods for cleaning up Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: filter respirator for organic gases and vapours adapted to the airborne concentration of the substance. Ventilation. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Do NOT wash away into sewer.

6.4 Reference to other sections

Reference Not specified

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling

Precautions for safe handling Use in a fume hood. Wear appropriate personal protective equipment (PPE).

Hygiene measures Wash hands and other exposed areas with mild soap and water before eating, drinking or smoking and when leaving work.

7.2 Conditions for safe storage, including any incompatibilities

Storage conditions Fireproof. Separated from food and feedstuffs and incompatible materials. See Chemical Dangers. Cool. Dry. Well closed. Store in an area without drain or sewer access.

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.2 Exposure controls

Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)

Eye protection Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing

Respiratory protection Use appropriate respirator if ventilation is inadequate.

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties

Physical state Liquid

Colour Colorless

Odour Pleasant, chloroform-like

Odour threshold Not established

pH value Not applicable

Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) 1.5

Melting point -35.6 °C

Freezing point -34.04 °C

Boiling point 83.4 °C

Flash point 13.0 °C (55.4 °F) - closed cup - Tested according to Annex V of Directive

Auto-ignition temperature 775 °F (413 °C)

Decomposition temperature Not established

Flammability (solid, gas) Flammable liquid

Vapour pressure 78.9 mm Hg at 25 °C

Relative vapour density at 20°C Relative vapor density (air = 1): 3.42

Density 1.2454 at 25 °C

Solubility In water, 8,600 mg/L at 25 °C

Log Pow 1.48

Viscosity, kinematic 0.9 cSt

Viscosity, dynamic 1.1 mPa·s

Explosive properties Not explosive

Oxidising properties Not oxidizing

Explosive limits 7.0 - 18.0 vol%

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity

Reactivity Stable under normal conditions. Reacts with strong oxidizing agents.

10.2 Chemical stability

Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.

10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions

Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes on heating and on burning. This produces toxic and corrosive fumes including hydrogen chloride (see ICSC 0163) and phosgene (see ICSC 0007). Reacts with alkali metals, powdered metals, ammonia, bases and strong oxidants.

10.4 Conditions to avoid

Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.

10.5 Incompatible materials

Incompatible materials Strong oxidizers, strong bases, and alkali metals.

10.6 Hazardous decomposition products

Hazardous decomposition products Hazardous decomposition products formed under fire conditions - Carbon oxides, hydrogen chloride gas.

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects

Acute toxicity LD50 Mouse oral 870-950 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit oral 860 mg/kg; LD50 Rabbit percutaneous 3400-4460 mg/kg

Skin corrosion/irritation H315: Causes skin irritation

Serious eye damage/irritation H319: Causes serious eye irritation

Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)

Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)

Carcinogenicity H350: May cause cancer

Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) H335: May cause respiratory irritation

Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) Not classified (based on available data)

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity

Toxicity information Not specified

12.2 Persistence - degradability

Persistence - degradability Not specified

12.3 Bioaccumulative potential

Bioaccumulative potential Not specified

12.4 Mobility in soil

Mobility in soil Not specified

12.6 Other adverse effects

Environmental precautions Not specified

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods

Additional Info Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local, regional, national and international regulations.

SECTION 14: Transport information

14.1 UN number

UN-No. (ADR) UN 1184

UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1184

UN-No. (IATA) UN 1184

UN-No. (ADN) UN 1184

UN-No. (RID) UN 1184

14.2 UN proper shipping name

Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Ethylene dichloride

Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Ethylene dichloride

Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Ethylene dichloride

Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Ethylene dichloride

Proper Shipping Name (RID) Ethylene dichloride

14.3 Transport hazard class(es)

Transport hazard class(es) 3 (6.1)

14.4 Packing group

Packing group (ADR) II

Packing group (IMDG) II

Packing group (IATA) II

Packing group (ADN) II

Packing group (RID) II

14.5 Environmental hazards

Dangerous for the environment Not specified

Marine pollutant Not specified

Other information No supplementary information available

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture

15.1.1 EU-Regulations Not specified

SECTION 16: Other Information

Disclaimer The information provided in this Safety Data Sheet is correct to the best of our knowledge, information and belief at the date of its publication. The information is designed only as a guidance for safe handling, use, processing, storage, transportation, disposal and release and is not to be considered a guarantee or quality specification. The information relates only to the specific material designated and may not be valid for such material used in combination with any other materials or in any process, unless specified in the text.