Carbon tetrachloride
Safety Data Sheet (SDS) - Chemical Safety Information
CAS Number: 56-23-5
Product Identification
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Uses Information
Overview
Carbon tetrachloride (CAS: 56-23-5 ) is a colourless substance commonly used laboratory chemicals, synthesis of substances.
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Hazard Identification
More about safety measuresClassification Status
Signal Word
Hazard Classifications
Hazard Statements
- H301: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
- H311: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
- H331: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled.
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- 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.
- P301+P310+P330: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor. Rinse mouth.
- P302+P352+P312: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of soap and water. Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/ physician if you feel unwell.
- P304+P340+P311: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing. Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
- 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.
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Physical & Chemical Properties
More about propertiesFrequently Asked Questions
View full documentationWhat is the hazard signal word for Carbon tetrachloride?
The signal word for this substance 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. H331: Toxic if swallowed, in contact with skin or if inhaled. H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction. 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).