CHLORO ACETIC ACID (di) (dichloroacetic acid)

CHLORO ACETIC ACID (di) (dichloroacetic acid)

Synonyms : dichloroacetic acid

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

1.1 Product identifier
Chemical Name : CHLORO ACETIC ACID (di) (dichloroacetic acid)
Catalogue No. : AL1250 Product form : Substance
CAS Number : 79-43-6 EC Number : 201-207-0
Grade : EC Index Number :
Chemical Formula : HSN Code : 29154020
Synonyms : dichloroacetic acid
Chemical Structure :
1.2 Relevant identified uses of the substance or mixture and uses advised against
Use of the substance/mixture : Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
Uses advised against : No additional information available
1.3 Details of the supplier of the safety data sheet
Company identification : Address:- 102, B wing, Savgan Heights, RTO Lane,
Andheri (W), Mumbai-400 053
Maharashtra, 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 [CLP]
Acute toxicity (dermal),
Category 3
H311
Skin corrosion/irritation,
Category 1
H314
Carcinogenicity, Category
2
H351
Hazardous to the aquatic
environment Acute
Hazard, Category 1
H400
Full text of classification categories and H statements : see section 16
Classification according to Directive 67/548/EEC or 1999/45/EC
Not classified
Adverse physicochemical, human health and environmental effects
No additional information available
2.2 Label elements
Labelling according to Regulation (EC) No. 1272/2008 [CLP]
Hazard pictograms (CLP) : GHS05GHS05 GHS06GHS06 GHS08GHS08 GHS09GHS09
Signal word (CLP) : Danger
Hazard statements (CLP) : H311 - Toxic in contact with skin
H314 - Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H351 - Suspected of causing cancer
H400 - Very toxic to aquatic life
Precautionary statements (CLP) : P273 - Avoid release to the environment
P280 - Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection
P305+P351+P338 - IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes.
Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing
P310 - Immediately call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician
2.3 Other hazards
Other hazards : No additional information available

SECTION 3: Composition/information on ingredients

3.1. Substance
Not applicable
CAS No. : 79-43-6
EC No. : 201-207-0
Full text of R- and H-phrases: see section 16
3.2. Mixture
Not applicable

SECTION 4: First aid measures

4.1 Description of first aid measures
First-aid measures after inhalation : Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Give oxygen or
artificial respiration if necessary. If you feel unwell, seek medical advice.
First-aid measures after skin contact : Take off contaminated clothing. Gently wash with plenty of soap and water. If skin
irritation occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after eye contact : Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. Rinse cautiously
with water for several minutes. If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
First-aid measures after ingestion : Rinse mouth. Do not induce vomiting because of corrosive effects. If you feel unwell,
seek medical advice.
4.2 Most important symptoms and effects, both acute and delayed
Symptoms relating to use : Symptoms/injuries : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
Symptoms/injuries after skin contact : Toxic in contact with skin.
Chronic symptoms : Suspected carcinogen.
4.3 Indication of any immediate medical attention and special treatment needed
General information : Treat symptomatically.

SECTION 5: Fire-fighting measures

5.1 Extinguishing media
Suitable extinguishing media : Water spray. Dry chemical, CO2, dry sand, or alcohol-resistant foam.
Unsuitable extinguishing media : Carbon dioxide (CO2). Do not use a heavy water stream.
5.2 Special hazards arising from the substance or mixture
Special procedures : No additional information available
5.3 Advice for firefighters
Protection during firefighting : Do not attempt to take action without suitable protective equipment.

SECTION 6: Accidental release measures

6.1 Personal precautions, protective equipment and emergency procedures
6.1.1. For non-emergency personnel
Emergency procedures : Evacuate unnecessary personnel.
6.1.2. For emergency responders
Protective equipment Use personal protective equipment as required
Emergency procedures Stop release. Ventilate area.
6.2 Environmental precautions
Very toxic to aquatic life.
6.3 Methods and material for containment and cleaning up
Methods for cleaning up : Collect spillage. On land, sweep or shovel into suitable containers. Soak up spills
with inert solids, such as clay or diatomaceous earth as soon as possible.
6.4 Reference to other sections
Reference : No additional information available

SECTION 7: Handling and storage

7.1 Precautions for safe handling
Precautions for safe handling : Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Do not breathe vapours. Handle carefully.
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 : Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
7.3 Specific end use(s)
No additional information available

SECTION 8: Exposure controls/personal protection

8.1 Control parameters
No additional information available
8.2 Exposure controls
Hand protection : protective gloves
Eye protection : Chemical goggles or safety glasses
Skin and body protection : Wear suitable protective clothing
Respiratory protection : Wear appropriate mask

SECTION 9: Physical and chemical properties

9.1 Information on basic physical and chemical properties
Physical state : Liquid
Molecular mass : 128.94 g/mol
Colour : Colourless to Light yellow.
Odour : No data available
Odour threshold : No data available
pH value : 1.2 at 129 g/l at 20 °C
Relative evaporation rate (butylacetate=1) : No data available
Melting point : 9 - 11 °C
Freezing point : No data available
Boiling point : 194 °C
Flash point : 113 °C
Auto-ignition temperature : No data available
Decomposition temperature : No data available
Flammability (solid, gas) : No data available
Vapour pressure : No data available Vapour pressure at 50 °C : 0.1
Relative vapour density at 20°C : 4.45
Density : 1.563 g/cm3 at 25 °C
Solubility : No data available
Log Pow : No data available
Viscosity, kinematic : No data available
Viscosity, dynamic : No data available
Explosive properties : No data available
Oxidising properties : No data available
Explosive limits : No data available
9.2 Other information
No additional information available

SECTION 10: Stability and reactivity

10.1 Reactivity
May be corrosive to metals. Heating may cause a fire.
10.2 Chemical stability
Stable under normal conditions.
10.3 Possibility of hazardous reactions
No additional information available
10.4 Conditions to avoid
Direct sunlight. Overheating. Open flame. Heat. Sparks.
10.5 Incompatible materials
Oxidizing agent. Strong acids. Strong bases.
10.6 Hazardous decomposition products
No additional information available

SECTION 11: Toxicological information

11.1 Information on toxicological effects
Acute toxicity : Dermal: Toxic in contact with skin.
Skin corrosion/irritation : Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
pH: 1.2 at 129 g/l at 20 °C
Serious eye damage/irritation : Serious eye damage, category 1, implicit
pH: 1.2 at 129 g/l at 20 °C
Respiratory or skin sensitisation : Not classified
Germ cell mutagenicity : Not classified
Carcinogenicity : Suspected of causing cancer.
Reproductive toxicity : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) : Not classified
Specific target organ toxicity (repeated exposure) : Not classified

SECTION 12: Ecological information

12.1 Toxicity
Toxicity information : No additional information available
12.2 Persistence - degradability
Persistence - degradability : No additional information available
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
Bioaccumulative potential : No additional information available
12.4 Mobility in soil
Mobility in soil : No additional information available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
No additional information available
12.6 Other adverse effects
Environmental precautions : No additional information available

SECTION 13: Disposal considerations

13.1 Waste treatment methods
Additional Info : No additional information available

SECTION 14: Transport information

In accordance with ADR / RID / IMDG / IATA / ADN
14.1. UN number
UN-No. (ADR) : 1764
UN-No. (IMDG) : 1764
UN-No. (IATA) : 1764
UN-No. (ADN) : 1764
UN-No. (RID) : 1764
14.2. UN proper shipping name
Proper Shipping Name (ADR) : DICHLOROACETIC ACID
Proper Shipping Name (IMDG) : DICHLOROACETIC ACID
Proper Shipping Name (IATA) : DICHLOROACETIC ACID
Proper Shipping Name (ADN) : DICHLOROACETIC ACID
Proper Shipping Name (RID) : DICHLOROACETIC ACID
Transport document description (ADR) : UN 1764, DICHLOROACETIC ACID, 8, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IMDG) : UN 1764, DICHLOROACETIC ACID, 8, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (IATA) : UN 1764, DICHLOROACETIC ACID, 8, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (ADN) : UN 1764, DICHLOROACETIC ACID, 8, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
Transport document description (RID) : UN 1764, DICHLOROACETIC ACID, 8, II ENVIRONMENTALLY HAZARDOUS
14.3. Transport hazard class(es)
ADR
Transport hazard class(es) : 8
Danger labels : 8
IMDG
Transport hazard class(es) : 8
Danger labels : 8
IATA
Transport hazard class(es) : 8
Danger labels : 8
ADN
Transport hazard class(es) : 8
Danger labels : 8
RID
Transport hazard class(es) : 8
Danger labels : 8
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 : Yes
Marine pollutant : Yes
Other information : No supplementary information available
14.6. Special precautions for user
- Overland transport
Classification code (ADR) : C3
Limited quantities (ADR) : 1L
Excepted quantities (ADR) : E2
Packing instructions (ADR) : P001, IBC02
Mixed packing provisions (ADR) : MP15
Portable tank and bulk container
instructions (ADR)
: T8
Portable tank and bulk container special
provisions (ADR)
: TP2
Tank code (ADR) : L4BN
Vehicle for tank carriage : AT
Transport category (ADR) : 2
Hazard identification number (Kemler No.) : 80
Orange plates :
Tunnel restriction code (ADR) : E
EAC code : 2X
- Transport by sea
Limited quantities (IMDG) : 1 L
Excepted quantities (IMDG) : E2
Packing instructions (IMDG) : P001
IBC packing instructions (IMDG) : IBC02
IBC special provisions (IMDG) : B20
Tank instructions (IMDG) : T8
Tank special provisions (IMDG) : TP2
EmS-No. (Fire) : F-A
EmS-No. (Spillage) : S-B
Stowage category (IMDG) : A
- Air transport
PCA Excepted quantities (IATA) : E2
PCA Limited quantities (IATA) : Y840
PCA limited quantity max net quantity
(IATA)
: 0.5L
PCA packing instructions (IATA) : 851
PCA max net quantity (IATA) : 1L
CAO packing instructions (IATA) : 855
CAO max net quantity (IATA) : 30L
ERG code (IATA) : 8i
- Inland waterway transport
Not regulated
- Rail transport
Not regulated
14.7. Transport in bulk according to Annex II of MARPOL 73/78 and the IBC Code
Not applicable

SECTION 15: Regulatory information

15.1 Safety, health and environmental regulations/legislation specific for the substance or mixture
15.1.1 EU-Regulations :
No REACH Annex XVII restrictions
Dichloroacetic acid Extra Pure is not on the REACH Candidate List
Dichloroacetic acid Extra Pure is not on the REACH Annex XIV List
15.1.2. National regulations
Germany
AwSV/VwVwS Annex reference : Water hazard class (WGK) 2, hazardous to water (Classification according to
VwVwS, Annex 3; WGK No 243)
12th Ordinance Implementing the Federal
Immission Control Act - 12.BImSchV
: Is not subject of the 12. BlmSchV (Hazardous Incident Ordinance)
Denmark
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the pro
Denmark
Recommendations Danish Regulation : Young people below the age of 18 years are not allowed to use the product
Pregnant/breastfeeding women working with the product must not be in direct
contact with the product
The requirements from the Danish Working Environment Authorities regarding work
with carcinogens must be followed during use and disposal
15.2 Chemical Safety Assessment
No additional information available

SECTION 16: Other Information

Full text of R-, H- and EUH-phrases:
Acute Tox. 3 (Dermal) Acute toxicity (dermal), Category 3
Aquatic Acute 1 Hazardous to the aquatic environment — Acute Hazard, Category 1
Carc. 2 Carcinogenicity, Category 2
Skin Corr. 1 Skin corrosion/irritation, Category 1
H311 Toxic in contact with skin
H314 Causes severe skin burns and eye damage
H351 Suspected of causing cancer
H400 Very toxic to aquatic life