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PPG INDUSTRIES. INC, INDUSTRIES RtC'O Ol`l 2 8 1974 INDUSTRIAL CHEMICAL DIVISION P, 0. BOX 1000 LAKE CHARLES. LA. 70601 October 28, 1974 Mud Movers, Inc. P. 0. Box 5622 Lake Charles, Louisiana 70601 Dear Sir: This is a typical analysis of the bottoms stream you will be hauling. As may be seen about 40 percent is unknown. These are heavy chlorinated compounds. In this packet are the present known dangers of each known compound. This does not mean the hazards are any worse or better than the sum of the compounds, we do not know. The data is available for toxicology only. There may be other dangers unknown to us. All precautions should be made to prevent exposure to the fumes of the skin, eyes, or lungs. PPG will furnish hat, goggles, respirator, cartridge mask, and air line mask (for dump area only). The driver will wear the cartridge mask while loading and the air line mask while unloading. Slicker suit, gloves, and boots should be worn while connecting or disconnecting. Goggles will be required for all areas. Very truly yours. R. P. Lynch Production Superintendent Area B RPL/cg cc: L. W. Carter J. H. Morgan D. L. Duncan C. Rhodes (Enclosure) J. M. Davis (Enclosure) SL 093226 PITTSBURGH PLATE GLASS CTTPA'TY CHEMICAL DIVISION IAKE CHARLES, LOUISIAHA laboratory Department .nalysis of_ Gu>tt~rv-yn ^gO ' Date: ofl- - -j,o 1*7; Factory: (7 SU SL 093227 2-31 NAME: Ethylene Dichloride (EDC) i-ormh-A: ci^cici^oi VQI.i'-XrT'.Ai? '-'E 1 CUT: lJH . 97 rut NTi... 182-iaF A' A. ' VAPOR PRESSURE- l"~ 75 mirr -_ . w- " UtkkE/.tNCL^pn(NT!.-3r:<:`; ' ' LitIf to DENSTTV (rf 68V10.45 #/gal. ,1 U253 gm/mls 3.41 (air * 1-0) 65l* Ope n Cup; 55F Closed Cup Ey.PT.USlVC UttITS; 6.? Co 15.9Z by vol. in air MAXTM!~M ALLOWABLE CONC; 75 to 100 ppm BgTECTART^ POOR CONC: Unknown UAXADDDUC PROPERTIES: Rthylene dichloride is a flammable liquid and a dangerous ; i re his.ird. It is toxic by inhalation, by prolonged or repeated contact with the skin or mucous membranes, and by ingestion, i.xceusive contact gives rise to symptoms such as headache, depression, mental confusion, fatigue, loss of appetite, nausea, vomiting, cough, loss of sense of balance, and visual disturbances. It has an anesthetic eicect, and, in high concentrations, is immediately irritating to the eves, skin, nose, and throat. It C3n cause dermatitis upon prolonged or repeated contact with the skin. Ethylene dichloride can cause serious eye damove. TRftATMESyy: Quick removal from exposure is important. Ethylene dichloride should be removed Irom the patient's person,'bis respiratorv tract, skin, or gastrointestinal tract as quickly as possible. If breathing has ceased, start artificial respiration. If material gets in the eves, wash promptly-with copious quantities of water; If ingested, Die patient should be made to vomit. ..Notify a physician. SL 093228 2-60 Li'l!L- l, 1-2-Trichloroethane (TCE) rORyn-LA: chci2ch2ci 'ULIICULAR WSTChT: 133.41 l-.OH.TNtr POINT--:.-23 7 R -^-T^-v4" VAPUR PRESSURE 22 nm paint- .-'ja0:--- L i Ul'VlMlKNS H Y "> 77F : 11.93 #/gal.r 1.4319 gm/ml ki.lativi; vaj'ok density: 4.6 fair 3 1.0) FfASV PO I NT : Noth* EXPLOSIVE LIMITS:- None ''AKIN Ml ALLOWABLE CONC: 25 to 100 ppm \ DETECTABLE ODOR CONC ; Unknown HAZARDOUS PROPERTIES: Trichi oroethane can cause burns of the eyes and has a seriously harmful effect upon the liver. It has a local irritating effect upon the mucous membranes, particularly of the eyes and nose. Ml contact with the eyes and skin should be avoided. This material should generally be handled with caution, because its toxicological nropertias have not as yet been adequately evaluated. "RSATTCyT: Remove patient from toxic area. Remove all contaminated clothing >mi wash all exposed skin surfaces thoroughly with soap and water. Flush f*ve. with copious quantities of water. Notify a physician. SL 093229 i;:i RXRcrL - o^'YLsrrE fomtj < -O'. : i'.;; '.'xiani1: SOTLIXG ?OII;T: y \'.y'O , Vr?.?: ll I..Pf'c /** I'.u :r *t 'r-'c fr?,xz-Ii:g- pojxt: nntm rr^:3iTYr . VAFC^-fel'eYr;- - M&tPi- ' --/t.'ri'V.-.-J i<7A$y? par:?: - - ' t.iilL at 13/^yc e 3-'"-V.- - . _ jncr \ ': ; Ey.PT.QSTVK TjTIUTZ ; - ^on-colsslvi? MAX. AIT-OMART,]] COTTCSXTRATION (OR THRESHOLD LIMIT)? 200 ppm Di:Xrr:vABA5 0]T>R COirCIAnXAATICX: Chloroform-like oPot- 2-U.J KAZAX.GOGR pnop^T-r^. Rcrchloroethyiene affects the nervous -system, lungs, ar.d mucous aeabrar.f.3. Dangerous disaster hazard. Non- fiasna'olc and non-explosive. It -ill not support conduction. Vhcn nsated to decomposition, it emits hig-.L** toxic fumes of chlorides. -f-ic nxi. -; 'v.-v.ovc contaminated clothing and wash with seep and water. Apply lanolin ointment. "wa noting: T'.ush with water for at "least 15 niuutcc. Call a specialist Rcpor*-- tr First Aii. Induce vomiting by drinking soapy or salt water. Deduce vomiting three times. Follow with a tablespoon of epsom cnlt in a glass o~k water. Call a physician. Report'to First Aid.. Jn/ f> lotion: Remove- patient from contaminated area. Keep -quiet and warm. Give artificial respiration. Give oxygen if nccessarj. If conscious, give tea or coffee. Call a physician. Report to First Aid. SL 093230 N AMI': Symmet r ica l and Assymmetric.il Tetrachloroethane (S.TeCIi f,, A.TeCE) KORMbLA: CIICl2CnCl2 and CCljCI^Cl MOLECULAR '/]; 'CHT : lb/. 86 HOTT.fNt; POINT: - S.TeCE 295F; A.TeCE 267F VAPOR FRFSSifEE & 75F: S.TaCE 4mm; A.TeCE 13 mm "RFFETMC. ?0IMTr1 S.TaCE -47F; A~TeCS -97F ' LTOVTn DENSITY ft 77F:: S.TeCE 1.588 gm/rnl; A.TeCE U533 gm/ml. P.ETATTVE VAPOR PENS TTY: 3.78 (air - 1.0) / "X FTjAKIi POINT None KXPI.OK1VK MM ITS; Nomr MAX P'l'M Aht.OWAIVLE ('PNC r 5 ppm for 8 hour exposure hRTFtrt AAT.K OT10K COME; Approximately 5 ppm IIAX-Akfiqfs PROPERTIES; The tetrachloroethanes are not flammable or explosive Put are the most toxic of the chlorinated ethanes that will be handled in the plant. The. tetrachloroethanes are toxic by inhalation, by prolonged and repeated contact with, skin or mucous membranes or by oral intake. Although toxic, tetrachloroethanes may be handled safety if proper precautions are constantly observed. Prolonged or repeated exposures to the product in nnv fo'TP are hazardous. The signs and symptoms of excessive absorption usually appear gradually and only after repeated exposures. Tn order of .appearance they commonly re unusual l.atip.'ie. Loss of appetite and weight, sick stomach and vomit ini;, constipation, abdominal pain, jaundice, tlrowsiness, going on in severe cases l > urn-onsc j nnxness and death. Some cases, show marked involvement nl tb* nervous svslem with headache, numbness and tingling in lingers .and toes, trembling and twitching ot muscles and even paralysis ol sot's- muscles. "I he signs .and symptoms of tet rach loroethane poisoning given above arc due to systematic poisoning characterized by marked damage to the liver, kidnevs, heart, blood cells, and nervous system. The clinical picture '''rir-s with the t vpo of exposure and the amount of the material which '"is been absorbed either .at one time or at repeated times. Most serious c feels .are usually on Che liver and the blood. The principal route nl absorption is by hreathing the vapor, although it may he absorbed hv the skin. Tetrachloroethane is currently considered the most toxic ot the chlorinated hydroc.arhon solvents in industrial use. SL 093231 2-55 Continued exposure Co high concentrations of the tetrachloroethanes leads to local irritation of the eyes and nose. There may be sick stomach and vomiting, bur since tetrachloroethane is lass volatile than ocher hydrocarbon solvents, it does noc often have an anesthetic effect. Subacute tetrachloroethane poisoning is the form usually encountered. This develops gradually as a result of prolonged or repeated work in ;m ncmosphere containing more than 5 parts of teceachloroethane per million parts of air hut under conditions where the amount absorbed causes no inwdiace reaction. Repeated exposure even to low concentrations seems to increase sensitivity, and may lead to subacute poisoning. For some time, workers with subacute poisoning may show only such signs ami symptoms as unusual latigue, loss of appetite and weight, tunsripation and abdominal distress or pain. At any time they mav dove I up mure severe evidence ol absorption such as vomiting, dizziness, tenderness ami pain over the liver, and jaundice, liven if removed from further erposme, the illness may persist and grow worse over a period ot days, weeks or even months, and may finally even end in death. However, it alter a few months there has been steady improvement, complete recovery is the rule. Some conditions under which subacute poisoning may occur in employees are as follows; (a) Where the ventilation is inadequate, resulting in high concentra tion:; of more than 5 parts of tetrachloroethane per million of air. (b) Where the vapor concentrations are high intermittently, due to faulty handling of the liquid. (cl Failure uf rhe individual to observe precautionary measures. Tetrachloroethane is absorbed through the skin so that systemic poisoning can occur by this route with the- same signs and symptoms as described above. Tetmchloroetbane mav cause dermatitis alter repeated or prolonged contact witli the skin, such as that which might occur in the handling ol rags w-t witli the chemical product, dipping bands into the liquid, or wearing, clothing saturated with it. Reddening, burning, and, rarely, blisters may fallow such exposure. In certain rare cases, the dermatitis may be caused h\ hypersensitivity to tetrachloroethane. Thp skin becomes rouifi . red and dry due to the removal of skin oils. Tt cracks easily and Is readily susceptible to infection. The skin has a chapped appear ance . f SL 093232 2-56 "Vteachloroediam: may enter the eyes either as a vapor or as lipoid (spray or spLasi;)* The resultant irritation procucas lacrir.atton, burn* ing and other symptoms of inflammation. It can cause serious eye damage, if immediate care is neglected--- .. rt.-'- Tha first symptoms after toxic amounts of tetrachloroethane are taken hy mouth arc those- ot irritation of stomach and bowels, such as sick s t'jMi.ich , vum t t i n;`,,v. and dinrrlv.t wi th bloody stools.. [t is absorbed v(*rv,;>'ap fill y -mil. t-.vc'.s n small amount: may .go on to product- unconsc i ous-uensr .inti .-t flivp- 1 lushinu of tlur skin- Death is aptto occur belore such systemic changes ns liver and kidney damage occur- - . vr-p-lNTr Most impoilant in the case of any poisoning is quick removal from exposure. in tbe case of t'-trachloroethano poisoning, this means first removing tin- patient from the contaminated atmosphere and, insofar ns possible, removing the tetrachloroethane from the patient's skin, or gastrointestinal tract, if those areas are involved. The patient should be kept quiet and comfortably warm, but not hot. A physician should be called immediately. He should be told briefly and clearly what has happened and the exact location of the patient. A person showing symptoms oftetrachloroethane vapor poisoning should he removed promptly from the contaminated area. In case breathing has stoppi'd, efliyfi o artificial respiration, such as that obtained by the . ""one prrssmv rhotl or the live rocking method should bu started immediifeiv. If oxvi'.i ii inhalation apparatus is available, oxygen should be t'lmi ii i stored, ' ! only if one familiar with the operation of the apparatus As present : administer it. If tire patient is conscious, hot ton or co! by may be given as a stimulant. A physician should he called at once. AIL contaminated clothing should be removed at once. Clothing, .in cluding shoes, soaked in tetrachloroethane should be removed and not worn again until thoroughly free from tetrachloroethane. All affected areas should be washed thoroughly with warm water and soap. After this,' m ointment containing lanolin should be applied in order to help in replacing the natural skin oils. For serio.ys or persistent cases of skin trouble, and lor signs and symptoms of generalized poisoning, a physician should bn consulted. If liquid tetrachloroe thane has entered the eyes, they should he washed promptly with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes, fit iodvi sul'li- lo irrigate the eyes gentle* with water at ro m tempera ture In nriln to itjniuiixe additional pain or discomfort.) Medical A I C"| '.on 'diouTd '-i- obtained in aLl cases involving contact with the #"VI ... SL 093233 2-57 1- i nerson Ii.t- swallowed tetrachloroethane he- should be made Co vomit, conscious. he having him drink a glassful or more of lukewarm water in sulci', n teaspoonful o salt to the glassful has been dissolved: a " i1,1 i i ar .'mount ">i warm soapy water mav ne used. T necessary, the I'ltii-nt shin 11 <i In- encouraged to stick his lingerdown his throat to i nilitrc" vnmi r iug. When possible, vomiting should he intlm-tul Of. least- lhr\ : : ni-:... . 1-ia 1 I isw > ni*. this a tablespoon fu 1 ol Kpsom Halt <! i.ssu Ivesi in a C.l.is;, w.iti-r `.hootd bo given.. \ physician should he called -ll-onct*-. - SL 093234 FEmCHLGROZ'niANS CHClaCClg molfoui.-a?. T. Tio'i?: 202.31 ~0 "iMVG FOIiiT: V-.a:r PRESS iF'F 162C 10 aa at 39*3C FRK5?n:g-'FOIST: LR ;UIT>-D~:GI7Y . V/'.rOT It-r.mlTf: l.ST^S at 2?/*C 05d ^.1.6712. . . HASH IOIUT: .^'IVE LI- 7CT.1: AIT.C'y.nLR COITC^TiVjITIO.T (OR THRESHOLD LIMIT)r Safe concentration, below 121 ppm Dh'IT"^TT,?. PIPE COHCEIiTRATlOn: Sweetish Odor. Chloroform-like odor F.-.ZAKUDUS KIPP.-IITIES: Dangerous disaster hazard. Moderate "fire hazard when exposed to heat or flame. FCE can cause chronic intoxication. .It has an irritating effect upon the mucous membranes. Moderate explosive hazard by spontaneous chemical reaction. Vhen heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of chlorides. Akin: 2y< Sw&Hcwins: Inhalation: rire: Remove contaminated clothing, v.'ash with soap and water. Apply lanolin ointment.,' Flush with water for at least 1? minutes. Call a specialist. Report to First Aid. Induce vomiting by drinking soapy or salt water. Induce vomiting three times.- Follow with a tablespoon of epsoa. salt in a glass of water. Call a physician. Report to First Aid. Remove patient from contaminated area. Keep quiet and warm. Give artificial, respiration. Give oxygen if necessary. If concious, give tea or coffee. Call a physician. Report to First Aid. Use water, carbon dioxide, dry chemical or carbon.tetrachloride SL 093235 IP7.I: HSXAC3L0R0ETHANS MOLECULAR VEIGIi'j?: zOILI'.'G FOIIi'T: "MCR PEES S OPE: freezing pob:t: LI771 n tSTnlTY: VAPOR CHGITY: C2Clg 236.76 357? Lm at 32.73C 136.6C (suhlines) 2.C91 HASH FOIHT: EXPLOSIVE LLMH5: . * MAX. ALLOWABLE COuCESTRATION (OR THRESHOLD LIXTTj: DXIZO'CARLE ODOR COTICSIlTRATIOtf: Camphor-like odor 2 "3 3 /' KAZARDOOo PROPERTIES: Eangerous disaster hazard, Slight explosive hazard spontaneous chemical reaction with alkalies, metals, etc. When heated to decomposition, it emits highly . toxic fumes of phosgene. rcsAmam Skin: Remove contaminated clothing. Wa3h with seep and water. 3yes: Flush with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. Inhalation: Remove patient from contaminated area. Give artificial respiration. Give oxygen if necessary. Keep quiet and warm. Report to First Aid. SL 093236