Chloroethane
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Hazard Statements
| Code | Statement | Hazard Class |
|---|---|---|
H220 |
Extremely flammable gas | Flammable gases |
H280 |
Contains gas under pressure; may explode if heated | Gases under pressure |
H315 |
Causes skin irritation | Skin corrosion/irritation |
H319 |
Causes serious eye irritation | Serious eye damage/eye irritation |
H336 |
May cause drowsiness or dizziness | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure; Narcotic effects |
H351 |
Suspected of causing cancer | Carcinogenicity |
H370 |
Causes damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H371 |
May cause damage to organs | Specific target organ toxicity, single exposure |
H372 |
Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure | Specific target organ toxicity, repeated exposure |
H402 |
Harmful to aquatic life | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, acute hazard |
H412 |
Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects | Hazardous to the aquatic environment, long-term hazard |
Precautionary Statements
| Code | Statement |
|---|---|
P203 |
Obtain, read and follow all safety instructions before use. |
P210 |
Keep away from heat, hot surface, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking. |
P222 |
Do not allow contact with air. |
P260 |
Do not breathe dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P261 |
Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray. |
P264 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. |
P264+P265 |
Wash hands [and ...] thoroughly after handling. Do not touch eyes. |
P270 |
Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product. |
P271 |
Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area. |
P273 |
Avoid release to the environment. |
P280 |
Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection/hearing protection/... |
P302+P352 |
IF ON SKIN: wash with plenty of water/... |
P304+P340 |
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. |
P305+P351+P338 |
IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses if present and easy to do - continue rinsing. |
P308+P316 |
IF exposed or concerned: Get emergency medical help immediately. |
P318 |
if exposed or concerned, get medical advice. |
P319 |
Get medical help if you feel unwell. |
P321 |
Specific treatment (see information on this label and safety datasheet)). |
P332+P317 |
If skin irritation occurs: Get medical help. |
P337+P317 |
If eye irritation persists: Get medical help. |
P362+P364 |
Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse. |
P377 |
Leaking gas fire: Do not extinguish, unless leak can be stopped safely. |
P381 |
In case of leakage, eliminate all ignition sources. |
P403 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. |
P403+P233 |
Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. |
P405 |
Store locked up. |
P410+P403 |
Protect from sunlight. Store in a well-ventilated place. |
P501 |
Dispose of contents/container to ... |
Exposure Limits
| OSHA PEL | 1000 ppm |
| NIOSH IDLH | 3800 ppm |
| Skin Notation | Yes — can be absorbed through skin |
Physical Properties
Colorless gas or liquid (below 54°F) with a pungent, ether-like odor.
| Boiling Point | 54°F |
| Flash Point | -58°F (liquid) |
| Vapor Pressure | 1000 mmHg |
| Specific Gravity | 0.92 (liquid at 32°F) |
NFPA 704 Diamond
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Fire
Reactivity
Synonyms
chloroethane; hydrochloric ether; monochloroethane; muriatic ether
Data Sources
- GHS Classification: PubChem CID 6337
- OSHA PEL: OSHA Occupational Chemical Database
- NIOSH REL/IDLH: NIOSH Pocket Guide
Disclaimer: This information is compiled from public regulatory databases for reference only. It does not replace the manufacturer's Safety Data Sheet (SDS). Always consult the official SDS for your specific product before handling chemicals.
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