1,1-dichloro-1-nitroethane

CAS 594-72-9 C₂H₃Cl₂NO₂ MW 143.9000 Danger
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Hazard Statements

CodeStatementHazard Class
H226 Flammable liquid and vapor Flammable liquids
H302 Harmful if swallowed Acute toxicity, oral
H315 Causes skin irritation Skin corrosion/irritation
H370 Causes damage to organs Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure

Precautionary Statements

CodeStatement
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P240 Ground/bond container and receiving equipment.
P241 Use explosion-proof [electrical/ventilating/lighting/.../] equipment.
P242 Use only non-sparking tools.
P243 Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
P260 Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray.
P264 Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/...
P301+P317 IF SWALLOWED: Get medical help.
P302+P352 IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/...
P303+P361+P353 IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off Immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse SKIN with water [or shower].
P308+P316 IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately.
P321 Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)).
P330 Rinse mouth.
P332+P317 If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help.
P362+P364 Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
P370+P378 In case of fire: Use ... to extinguish.
P403+P235 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/container to ...

Exposure Limits

NIOSH REL2 ppm
NIOSH IDLH25 ppm
Skin NotationYes — can be absorbed through skin

Physical Properties

Colorless liquid with an unpleasant odor.

Boiling Point255°F
Flash Point168°F
Vapor Pressure15 mmHg
Specific Gravity1.43

NFPA 704 Diamond

2
3
3
Health Fire Reactivity

Target Organs

Lungs Skin Eyes Nervous System Liver Cardiovascular

mild skin irritation; narcosis, pulmonary irritation and liver damage in animals

Synonyms

dichloronitroethane

Data Sources

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