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Material Safety Data Sheet From Genium s Reference Collection Genium Publishing Corporation 1145 Catalvn Street Schenectady, NY 12303-1836 USA fSIS'i 377-8855 GEMUM PUBLISHING CORP. No. 359 ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE (Formerly 1,2-Dichloroethane) (Revision Q Issued: November 1978 Revised: August 1987 ____ SECTION 1. MATERIAL IDENTIFICATION CHEMICAL NAME: ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE (Changed to reflect common industrial practice) DESCRIPTION (Origin/Uses'l: Made from acetylene and HO. Used as a degreaser, a scavenger in leaded gasoline, as an intermediate in the manufacture of vinyl chloride, in paint removers, in wetting and penetration agents, in ore flotation processes, as a fumigant, and as a solvent for fats, oils, waxes, and gums. OTHER DESIGNATIONS: 1,2-Dichloroethane; xym-Dichloroethane; Dutch Liquid; Dutch Oil; EDC; Ethane Dichloride; Ethylene Chloride; 12-Ethylene Dichloride; Glycol Dichloride; C-5H4C0; NIOSH RTECS KI0525000; CAS #0107-06-2 MANUFACTURERS/SUPPLIERS: Available from several suppliers, including: Dow Chemical USA, 2020 Dow Center, Midland, MI 48640; Telephone: (517) 636-1000 COMMENTS: Ethylene dichloride is a flammable, toxic liauid. SECTION 2. INGREDIENTS AND HAZARDS Ethylene Dichloride, CAS #0107-06-2; NIOSH RTECS #KI0525000 HH Cl - C - C - Cl HH The maximum allowable oeak. concentration (aoove the ceiling level value) of ethvlene dichlonde is 200 ppm for 5 mmuies in anv 3-hour period. COMMENTS: Additional data concerning toxic doses" and tumoneenic. reproductive, and mutagenic effects is listed (with references) in the NIOSH RTECS 1983-84 supplement, pages 865-66. % HAZARD DATA 100 ACGIH Values 1987-88 TLV-TWA: 10 ppm, 40 mg/m^ OSHA PEL* 1986-87 8-Hr TWA: 50 ppm; Ceiling: 100 ppm (15 Min.) NIOSH REL 1986-87 10-Hr TWA: 1 ppm Ceiling: 2 ppm (15 Min.) Toxicity Data Man, Inhalation. TCjn: 4000 ppm/1 Hr Human. Oral. TDin! 428 mg/kg Man. Oral, TD^qF^ mg/kg Man, Oral, LD^: 714 mg/kg Rat, Oral, LD50: 670 mg/kg SECTION 3. PHYSICAL DATA Boiling Point... 182.3 F (83.5 C) Vapor Pressure ... 87 Tore at 77`F (25'C) Evaporation Rate (n-BuAc 1) - Not Listed Specific Gravjty 1JZ569 69-f (20*C) Water Solubility ... Soluble in about 120 Parts Water Freezing Point... -31.9'F (-35.5`C) Vapor Density (Air = 1)... 3.4 Molecular Weight... 98.96 Grams/Mole Appearance and odon Colorless, clear liquid. Sweet, chlcroformlike odor is typical of chlorinated hydrocarbons. The recognition threshold (100% of test panel) for ethylene dichlonde is 40 ppm. Odor detection probably indicates an excessive exposure to vapor. High volatility and flammability, coupled wuh its toxicity and carcinogenic potential, make this material a major health hazard. COMMENTS: Ethylene dichlonde is miscible with alcohol, chloroform, and ether. SECTION 4. FIRE AND EXPLOSION DATA LOWER UPPER Flash Point and Method Autoignition Temperature Flammability Limits in Air See Below 77S*F (413*0 % bv Volume 6.2 EXTINGUISHING MEDIA: Use chemical, carbon dioxide, alcohol foam, water spray/fog, or dry sand to fight fires revolving ethylene dichloride. Direct water sprays may be ineffective extinguishing agents, but they may be successfully used to cool fire-exposed containers. Use a smothering effect to extinguish fires revolving this material. UNUSUAL FTRE/EXPLOSION HAZARDS: Ethylene dichloride is a dangerous fire and explosion hazard when exposed to sources of ignition such as heat, open flames, sparks, etc. Its vapors are heavier than air and can flow along surfaces to distant, low-lying sources of ignition and flash back. If it is safe to do so, remove this material from the fire area. Ethylene dichloride bums wuh a smoky flame. SPECIAL FIRE-FIGHTING PROCEDURES: Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus with a full facepiece operated in a pressure-demand or another positive-pressure mode. COMMENTS: Hash Point and Method: 56*F (13`Q CC; 65*F (18*C) OC. OSHA Flammability Class (29 CFR 1910.106): IB. DOT Hammabilitv Class (49 CFR 173.115V Flammable Liquid_________ SECTION 5. REACTIVITY DATA Ethylene dichlonde is stable. Hazardous polymerization cannot occur. 15.9 CHEMICAL INCOMPATIBILITIES include strong oxidizing agents. Explosions have occurred with mixtures of this material and liquid ammonia or dimethylaminopropylamine. Freely divided aluminum or magnesium metal may be hazardous in contact with ethylene dichloride. CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Eliminate sources of igntuon such as excessive heat, open flames, or electrical sparks, particularly in low-lying areas, because the explosive, heavier-than-air vapors will concentrate there. PRODUCTS OF HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION can include vinyl chionde, chloride fumes, and phosgene. Phosgene is an extremely poisonous gas. Products of thermal-oxidative degradation (i.e., fire conditions) must be treated with appropriate caution. Cjpvrgm 1987 Gsivo Publishing Corporawn. Auv cocnmercaJ use or rrproouaioo without (he puoiuhefi perrausm is profufrifetf. DO A 021953 CONFTDFNTTAI No. 359 S/87 ETHYLENE DICHLORIDE SECTION 6. HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION Ethvlene dichlonde is listed as an anticipated human carcinogen by the NTP and as a probable human carcinogen (Grout) 2B), bv ihe IARC. It was found to be an animai-oositive carcinogen by the IARC. NCI reported Dositive results (mouse, rat) from us carcinogenesis bioassav. SUMMARY OF RISKS: Ethylene dichloride is considered to be one of the more toxic of the common cnlonnated hydrocarbons. Dcatns irom acciaentai ingestion of this matenal have been renorted. Inhaiaaon of vapors reportedly caused three fatalities. Excessive inhalation of ethylene dichloride vapors can cause respiratory irritation, intoxication, narcotic and anesthetic effects, vomiting, dizziness, depression, ana diauhea. The hepatoxic (injurious to Liver) effects of this material are significant The systemic effects from overexposure can appear in the liver, Icidneys, digestive tract blood, lungs, adrenal glands, and the central nervous system. Tests on animals nave revealed renroducuve failure and fetal resorption. There may oe increased nsk to nursing infants o^f exposed mothers. ~ TM ORGANS: Ce--n--tr--a'l -n--e-r-v--o--us system, eyes, kidneys, liver, heart adrenal glands, and'skin. PRIMARY ENTRY: Inhalation, absorption through skin, oral, or eve contact ACUTE EFFECTS: Skin contact causes irritation, detailing, ana, if repeated or prolonged, burning. Eve contact causes irritation ana senous injury (clouding of the cornea) if it is not removed promptly. CHRONIC EFFECTS: Injuries to the liver (henatoxicitv) and kianevs, weight loss, low blood pressure,jaundice, oliguria (reducea excretion ot urine), or anemia. MEDICAL CONDITIONS AGGRAVATED BY LONG-TERM EXPOSURE: Persons taking anticoagulants could experience an increeaasse m tendencvy to bleed. Persons taking insulin ftace an increased nsk otf lowered blood sugar. FIRST A IP: Be prepared to restrain a hyperactive victim. E^fE CONTACT: Hush eyes, including under the evelids, gently but thoroughly with plenty of running water for at least 15 minutes. Get medical`help.* SKIN CONTACT: Immediately flush the affected area with water. Wash thoroughly with soap and water. Remove and launder contaminated clothing before wearing it again; clean material from shoes and equipment. Get medical help.* INHALATION: Remove victim to fresh air, restore and/or support his breathing as needed. Get medical help.* INGESTION: Never give anything by mouth to someone wno is unconscious or convulsing. Rinse victims mouth with water. Oxvgcn and artificial resoiration mav be needed. Get medical help.* * GET MEDICAL ASSISTANCE IN PLANT, PARAMEDIC, COMMUNITY. Get prompt medical assistance for further treatment, observation, and support after first aid._______________________ _________________________________________________________ SECTION 7, SPILL. LEAK. AND DISPOSAL PROCEDURES SPIl T .'LF AK: Before using ethylene dichlonde, it is essential that proper emergency procedures be established and made known to all personnel involved in handling il Notify safety personnel of ethylene dichlonde spills or leaks and implement containment procedures. Remove and eliminate all possible sources of ignition such as heat, sparks, and open flames from the area. Cleanup personnel should use protection against inhalation of vapors and contact with liquid. Contain spiils by using an absorbent matenal such as dry sand or vcrmiculite. Use nonsoarking tools to mix waste matenal thorouetiiy wuh absorbent and place it in an appropnate container for disposal. Fiush trace residues wuh large amounts of water. Co not tlush waste to sewers or open waterways. WASTE DISPOSAL: Consider reclamation, rccvciing, or destruction rattier man ciscosai m a landfill. Waste may be burned in an approved incinerator equipped wun an anerbumer ana a scruober. roilow Federal, state, and local regulations. Ethylene dichloride is designated as a hazardous substance by the EPA (40 CFR 116.4). Ethylene dichloride is reported in the 1983 EPA TSCA Inventory. EPA Hazardous Waste Number (40 CFR 261.33): U077 EPA Reportable Quantity (40 CFR 117.3): 5000 lbs (2270 kgs) Aquatic Toxicity Rating, TLm 96: 1000 - 100 ppm_______________________________________________________________ SECTION 8. SPECIAL PROTECTION INFORMATION r.nr.GI .FS: Always wear protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles. Ethylene dichlonde is particularly harmful to the eyes, and direct contact results in corneal opacity (permanent clouding of the eye). GLOVES: Wear impervious rubber gioves to prevent skin contact. RESPIRATOR: Use a NIOSH-approved respirator per the NIOSH Pocket Guide to Chemical Hazards (Genium ref. 88) for the maximum-use concentrations and/or the exposure limits cited in section 2. Follow the respirator guidelines in 29 CFR 1910.134. Any detectable concentration of ethylene dichlonde requires an 5CBA, full facepiece, and pressure-demand/positive-oressure modes. Warning; Air-purifying respirators will afll protect workers from oxygen-deficient atmospheres. OTHER: Wear rubber boots, aprons, and other protective clothing suitable for use conditions to prevent skin contact. Remove contaminated clothing and launder it before wearing it again. Discard contaminated shoes. VENTILATION: Provide maximum explosion-proof local fume exhaust ventilation systems to maintain the airborne concentrations of ethylene dichloride vapors below the exposure limits cited in section 2. Install properly designed hoods that maintain a minimum face velocity of 100 lfm (linear feet per minute). SAFfal Y STATIONS: Make eyewash stations, washing facilities, and safety showers available in areas of use and handling. SPECIAL CONSIDER ATIONS: Vapors are heavier than air and will collect in low-lying areas. Eliminate sources of ignition in these areas and again provide good ventilation there. COMMENTS: Practice good personal hygiene. Keep materials off of your clothes and equipment. Avoid transferring this matenal from hands to mouth while eating, drinking, or smoking. Immediately remove ethylene dichloride-samrated clothing to avoid flammability and health hazards. Contact lenses pose a special hazard'; soft lenses may absorb irritants, and all lenses concentrate them. SECTION 9. SPECIAL PRECAUTIONS AND COMMENTS STORAGE SEGREGATION: Store ethylene dichloride in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well-ventiiated area away from sources of ignition. Protect containers from physical damage and from exposure to excessive heat. Avoid direct physical contact with strong adds, bases, oxidizing agents, and reducing agents. SPECIAL HANDLING/STORAGE: Use nonsparking tools. Outside or detached storage is preferred. Store and handle ethylene dichloride in accordance with the regulations concerning OSHA class IB flammable liquids. ENGINEERING CONTROLS: During transfer operations involving ethylene dichloride, the liquid and its vapors must not be exposed to nearby sources of ignition from engineering systems that are not explosion proof. Preplan emergency response procedures. TRANSPORTATION DATA (per 49 CFR 172.101-2): DOT Hazard Class: Flammable Liquid DOT Shipping Name: Ethylene Dichlonde DOT Label: Hammable Liquid DOT ID No. UN 1184 IMO Class: 3.2 IMO Label: Hammable Liquid, Poison References: 1-9, 12, 19, 21, 26, 43, 47, 73, 87-102. CK Judgements as id the suitability of informalon herein tor purchaser's purposes are necessarily purchasers responsibility. Therefore, although reasonaoic care ha tvyn taken m the orepantion ofsuch information. Gemura Publishing Corn, ovreiyit qo warranties, maxes no represeniaioos ana assumes no resoonsibiUtv si to the accuracy orsuiuoiiity of such informalon ter aopucauoo to purchasers intended purposes or for conseoueoces of tu use. Copyright C I9S7 Cernum ftibtbhat Corpertooo. Aay commercial use or repromtcuoa wiukmu he puMshffl primiaiMM s pnMtfi Approvals ----------------- j_/-------------- --j---------------------- Indust. 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