Sulfuryl Chloride

Synonyms: Sulfur dichloride oxide

SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
Chemical Name Sulfuryl Chloride
Product Form Substance
Catalogue No. AL4429
CAS Number 7791-25-5
EC Number 232-245-6
EC Index Number -
Grade 98% For Synthesis
HSN Code 28121090
Molecular Formula SO2Cl2
SECTION 1: Identification of the substance/mixture and of the company/undertaking
1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name Sulfuryl Chloride
Catalogue No. AL4429
Product form Substance
CAS Number 7791-25-5
EC Number 232-245-6
Grade 98% For Synthesis
EC Index Number Not specified
Chemical Formula SO2Cl2
HSN Code 28121090
Synonyms Sulfur dichloride oxide
Chemical Structure -
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture Chlorinating and sulfonylating reagent in organic synthesis
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 Skin Corr. 1C; STOT SE 3
Classification source ECHA C&L Inventory via PubChem CID 24648 - hazard classes notified by at least 50% of companies; pictograms and signal word derived from those statements
2.2 Label elements
Hazard pictograms Corrosive, Irritant
Signal word Danger
Hazard statements H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage; H335: May cause respiratory irritation
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards Highly toxic and corrosive; reacts violently with water.
SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients
3.1 Substance
Name Sulfuryl Chloride
CAS No. 7791-25-5
SECTION 4: First aid measures
4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation Remove to fresh air; administer artificial respiration if required.
First-aid measures after skin contact Wash with large amounts of water.
First-aid measures after eye contact Flush with water for at least 15 min.
First-aid measures after ingestion Give water or milk; do NOT induce vomiting.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use Symptoms of exposure may include coughing, difficulty breathing, skin burns, and eye irritation.
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 Water spray, carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media Not specified
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures Corrosive. Water reactive.
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 and ventilate. Use appropriate protective equipment. Contain and neutralize spill with sodium bicarbonate or lime.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up Evacuate danger area! Consult an expert! Personal protection: complete protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment. Collect leaking and spilled liquid in sealable containers as far as possible. Absorb remaining liquid in dry sand or inert absorbent.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference Not specified
SECTION 7: Handling and storage
7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling Handle under a fume hood with appropriate PPE including gloves, goggles, and protective clothing.
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 Separated from strong bases. Dry.
SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection Protective gloves (e.g. nitrile rubber)
Eye protection Chemical safety goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection Use a NIOSH-approved respirator when handling this substance in poorly ventilated areas.
SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties
9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state Liquid
Colour Colorless to pale yellow
Odour Very pungent odor
Odour threshold Not specified
pH value Not applicable
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) Not specified
Melting point -54.1 °C
Freezing point Not specified
Boiling point 69.3 °C
Flash point Not applicable
Auto-ignition temperature Not applicable
Decomposition temperature Not specified
Flammability (solid, gas) Not flammable
Vapour pressure Vapor pressure = 100 mm Hg at 17.8 °C
Relative vapour density at 20°C 4.6 (Air = 1)
Density 1.6674 at 20 °C/4 °C
Solubility Miscible with benzene, toluene, ether, glacial acetic acid, and other org solvents
Log Pow Not specified
Viscosity, kinematic Not specified
Viscosity, dynamic Not specified
Explosive properties Not explosive
Oxidising properties Not oxidizing
Explosive limits Not applicable
SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity
10.1 Reactivity
Reactivity Highly reactive with water and strong bases; may polymerize under certain conditions.
10.2 Chemical stability
Chemical stability Stable under recommended storage conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
Possibility of hazardous reactions Decomposes under the influence of moist air. This produces chlorine, sulfur oxide, sulfuric acid and hydrogen chloride. Reacts violently with water.
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Conditions to avoid Avoid contact with incompatible materials and excessive heat.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Incompatible materials Water, strong bases, and oxidizing agents.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
Hazardous decomposition products When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of hydrogen chloride and sulfur oxides.
SECTION 11: Toxicological information
11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity LC50 Rat, female, inhalation (1 hr) = 242 ppm (1330 mg/cu m); LC50 Rat, male, inhalation (1 hr) = 131 ppm (720 mg/cu m); LD50 Rat, male, Sprague-Dawley, inhalation (4 hr) = 878 mgcu m (159 ppm)/ (sulfuryl chloride vapor, purity 100%)
Skin corrosion/irritation H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
Serious eye damage/irritation Not classified (based on available data)
Respiratory or skin sensitisation Not classified (based on available data)
Germ cell mutagenicity Not classified (based on available data)
Carcinogenicity Not classified (based on available data)
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 1834
UN-No. (IMDG) UN 1834
UN-No. (IATA) UN 1834
UN-No. (ADN) UN 1834
UN-No. (RID) UN 1834
14.2 UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) Sulfuryl Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) Sulfuryl Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) Sulfuryl Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) Sulfuryl Chloride
Proper Shipping Name (RID) Sulfuryl Chloride
14.3 Transport hazard class(es)
Transport hazard class(es) 6.1 (8)
14.4 Packing group
Packing group (ADR) I
Packing group (IMDG) I
Packing group (IATA) I
Packing group (ADN) I
Packing group (RID) I
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.