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Carbon tetrachloride

CAS 56-23-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
Carbon tetrachloride
Product Code
289116

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
56-23-5 Check regulations →

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

S

Sigma-Aldrich

3050 Spruce Street SAINT LOUIS MO 63103 USA

+1 800-325-5832

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+1-703-527-3887

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H301
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H331
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H311
Skin Sens. Cat. 1B H317
Carc. Cat. 2 H351
STOT RE Cat. 1 H372
Aquatic Acute Cat. 3 H402
Aquatic Chronic Cat. 3 H412
Ozone Cat. 1 H420

GHS Pictograms

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H301 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H311 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H317 May cause an allergic skin reaction.
H331 Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
H351 Suspected of causing cancer.
H372 Causes damage to organs (Liver, Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.
H412 Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

Precautionary Statements

P201 Obtain special instructions before use.
P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P260 Do not breathe dust/ fume/ gas/ mist/ vapours/ spray.
P264 Wash skin thoroughly after handling.
P270 Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
P271 Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
P272 Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
P273 Avoid release to the environment.
P280 Wear protective gloves/ protective clothing/ eye protection/ face protection.
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention.
P333+P313 If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/ attention.
P362 Take off contaminated clothing and wash before reuse.
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
P405 Store locked up.
P501 Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant.
P502 Refer to manufacturer/ supplier for information on recovery/ recycling.
IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth.
IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.
IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.

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Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
N/A --- 90 - 100% Yes
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

If breathed in, move person into fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. Consult a physician.

Skin contact

Wash off with soap and plenty of water. Take victim immediately to hospital. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

Flush eyes with water as a precaution.

Ingestion

Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Rinse mouth with water. Consult a physician.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

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06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Engineering

Avoid contact with skin, eyes and clothing. Wash hands before breaks and immediately after handling the product.

Hands

Handle with gloves. Gloves must be inspected prior to use. Use proper glove removal technique (without touching glove's outer surface) to avoid skin contact with this product. Dispose of contaminated gloves after use in accordance with applicable laws and good laboratory practices. Wash and dry hands. Full contact Material: Fluorinated rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.7 mm Break through time: 480 min Material tested: Vitoject® (KCL 890 / Aldrich Z677698, Size M) Splash contact Material: Nitrile rubber Minimum layer thickness: 0.4 mm Break through time: 240 min Material tested: Camatril® (KCL 730 / Aldrich Z677442, Size M) data source: KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, phone +49 (0)6659 87300, e-mail sales@kcl.de, test method: EN374 If used in solution, or mixed with other substances, and under conditions which differ from EN 374, contact the supplier of the CE approved gloves. This recommendation is advisory only and must be evaluated by an industrial hygienist and safety officer familiar with the specific situation of anticipated use by our customers. It should not be construed as offering an approval for any specific use scenario.

Eyes

Face shield and safety glasses. Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU).

Respiratory

Where risk assessment shows air-purifying respirators are appropriate use a full-face respirator with multi-purpose combination (US) or type ABEK (EN 14387) respirator cartridges as a backup to engineering controls. If the respirator is the sole means of protection, use a full-face supplied air respirator. Use respirators and components tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or CEN (EU).

Skin/Body

Complete suit protecting against chemicals. The type of protective equipment must be selected according to the concentration and amount of the dangerous substance at the specific workplace.

Environmental

Prevent further leakage or spillage if safe to do so. Do not let product enter drains. Discharge into the environment must be avoided.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics

Ph
No data available
Solubility In Fat
---
Solubility
0.8461 g/l at 20 °℃ (68 °F)
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 2.83 at 25 ℃ (77 °F)
Physical State
liquid
Molecular Weight
---
Upper Explosive Limit
No data available
Freezing Point
---
Form
liquid
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Appearance
colourless
Crystallisation Point
---
Odor
sweet
Properties Status
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Melting Point
- 23 ℃ (-9 ºF)
Colour Intensity
---
Evaporation Rate
No data available
Explosive Limits
---
Lower Explosive Limit
No data available
Dynamic Viscosity
No data available
Density
---
Vapor Pressure
45 hPa (34 mmHg) at 0.3 ℃ (32.5 ºF), 120 hPa (90 mmHg) at 19.8 °℃ (67.6 °F), 14,549 hPa (10,913 mmHg) at 24 ℃ (75 °F)
Solidification Point
---
Kinematic Viscosity
---
Bulk Density
---
Solubility In Water
0.8461 g/l at 20 °℃ (68 °F)
Flammability
No data available
Flash Point
does not flash
Colour
colourless
Relative Density
1.594 g/cm3 at 25 ℃ (77 ºF)
Odor Threshold
No data available
Cloud Point
---
Boiling Point
76 - 77 °℃ (169 - 171 ºF)
Voc Content
---
Softening Point
---
Physical State Data
liquid
State Under Standard Conditions
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
No data available
Vapor Density
No data available
Decomposition Temperature
No data available
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Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

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12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

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13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

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14

Transport Information

UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements

UN Number
1846
Shipping Name
Carbon tetrachloride
Transport Class
6.1
Packing Group
II
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Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for Carbon tetrachloride?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of Carbon tetrachloride?

Carbon tetrachloride is a liquid appearing as colourless with colourless color. It has sweet odor.

What is the solubility of Carbon tetrachloride?

0.8461 g/l at 20 °℃ (68 °F)

What is Carbon tetrachloride used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Synthesis of substances

What are the hazard statements for Carbon tetrachloride?

This substance has 7 hazard statements:

  • H301: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H311: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
  • H331: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
  • H351: Suspected of causing cancer.
  • H372: Causes damage to organs (Liver, Kidney) through prolonged or repeated exposure if inhaled.
  • H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.

What is the melting point of Carbon tetrachloride?

The melting point is - 23 ℃ (-9 ºF) and the boiling point is 76 - 77 °℃ (169 - 171 ºF).

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