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Safety Data Sheet EN

1,2-Dichloropropane

CAS 78-87-5

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01

Identification

Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information

Product Information

Product Name
1,2-Dichloropropane
Product Code
82270

Regulatory Identifiers

CAS Number
78-87-5 Check regulations →
REACH No.
A registration number is not available for this substance as the substance or its uses are exempted from registration or the annual tonnage does not require a registration.

Identified Uses

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

Manufacturers & Suppliers

M

Merck Life Science BV/SRL

manufacturer

Brusselsesteenweg 288, B-3090 OVERIJSE

+32 (0)3 899-1301

Emergency Contacts

CHEMTREC

+(32) 28 083237

Anti-poison centre

070 245245

02

Hazard Identification

GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements

Classified danger

Hazard Classifications

Flam. Liq. Cat. 2 H225
Acute Tox. Cat. 4 H302
Acute Tox. Cat. 3 H331
Carc. Cat. 1B H350

GHS Pictograms

GHS02 - Flammable

GHS02

GHS06 - Acute toxicity

GHS06

GHS08 - Serious health hazard

GHS08

Hazard Statements

H225 Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
H302 Harmful if swallowed.
H331 Toxic if inhaled.
H350 May cause cancer.

Precautionary Statements

P202 Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
P210 Keep away from heat, hot surfaces, sparks, open flames and other ignition sources. No smoking.
P233 Keep container tightly closed.
P301 + P312 IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER/ doctor 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.

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03

Composition / Information on Ingredients

Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification

Type substance
Chemical Name CAS Number Concentration Hazardous
1,2-Dichloropropane EC: 201-152-2 78-87-5 --- No
04

First Aid Measures

Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents

Inhalation

After inhalation: fresh air. Immediately call in physician. If breathing stops: immediately apply artificial respiration, if necessary also oxygen.

Skin contact

In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Consult a physician.

Eye contact

After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.

Ingestion

After swallowing: caution if victim vomits. Risk of aspiration! Keep airways free. Call a physician immediately.

Symptoms: Pulmonary failure possible after aspiration of vomit.

Immediate Medical Attention

Immediately call in physician. Consult a physician. Call in ophthalmologist. Call a physician immediately.

05

Firefighting Measures

Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection

Suitable media

Water, Foam, Carbon dioxide (CO2), Dry powder

Unsuitable media

For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.

Specific hazards

Carbon oxides, Hydrogen chloride gas, Combustible. Pay attention to flashback. Vapors are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire. Forms explosive mixtures with air at ambient temperatures.

Instructions

Remove container from danger zone and cool with water. Suppress (knock down) gases/vapors/mists with a water spray jet.

Firefighter Protection

Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.

06

Accidental Release Measures

Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection

Emergency procedures

Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains.

Cleanup methods

Take up carefully with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®).

Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®)

Related Products

Similar products with comparable safety profiles

07

Handling and Storage

Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements

Handling

Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture. Avoid generation of vapours/aerosols.

Storage

Keep container tightly closed in a dry and well-ventilated place. Keep away from heat and sources of ignition. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorized persons.

Hygiene

Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.

Fire prevention

Keep away from open flames, hot surfaces and sources of ignition. Take precautionary measures against static discharge.

08

Exposure Controls / PPE

Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment

Hands

Full contact: Material: Viton®, Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm, Break through time: 480 min, Material tested: KCL 890 Vitoject®. Splash contact: Material: butyl-rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0,7 mm, Break through time: 10 min, Material tested: KCL 898 Butoject®. When dissolving in or mixing with other substances and under conditions deviating from those stated in EN 16523-1 please contact the supplier of CE-approved gloves (e.g. KCL GmbH, D-36124 Eichenzell, Internet: www.kcl.de).

Eyes

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

Respiratory

required when vapours/aerosols are generated. Our recommendations on filtering respiratory protection are based on the following standards: DIN EN 143, DIN 14387 and other accompanying standards relating to the used respiratory protection system. Recommended Filter type: Filter type ABEK. The entrepreneur has to ensure that maintenance, cleaning and testing of respiratory protective devices are carried out according to the instructions of the producer. These measures have to be properly documented.

Skin/Body

Flame retardant antistatic protective clothing.

Environmental

Do not let product enter drains. Risk of explosion.

09

Physical and Chemical Properties

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

Crystallisation Point
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Explosive Limits
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Softening Point
---
Decomposition Temperature
---
Flammability
---
Metal Corrosion
---
Density
1,156 g/mL at 25 °C
Odor Threshold
---
Ph
---
Auto Ignition Temperature
557,0 °C
Relative Evaporation Rate
---
Voc Content
---
Colour
clear
Colour Intensity
---
Freezing Point
---
Molecular Weight
---
Evaporation Rate
---
Relative Density
1,061 at 20 °C
Upper Explosive Limit
14,5 % (V)
Odor
No data available
Lower Explosive Limit
3,4 % (V)
Solubility In Water
1,297 g/l at 25 °C
Physical State Data
liquid
Vapor Pressure
66,17 - 71,98 hPa at 25 °C
Vapor Density
---
Solidification Point
---
Partition Coefficient
log Pow: 1,98 - 2,28
Kinematic Viscosity
0,757 mm²/s at 20 °C 0,691 mm²/s at 40 °C 0,551 mm²/s at 50 °C
Flash Point
15,0 °C
Boiling Point
95 - 96 °C
State Under Standard Conditions
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Cloud Point
---
Properties Status
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Appearance
clear
Melting Point
-100 °C
Solubility
---
Bulk Density
---
Solubility In Fat
---
Dynamic Viscosity
---
Physical State
liquid, clear
Form
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10

Stability and Reactivity

Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials

Stability

The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).

Reactivity

Vapors may form explosive mixture with air.

Hazardous reactions

Violent reactions possible with: Strong oxidizing agents

Avoid

Warming.

Incompatible

No data available

Decomposition

In the event of fire: see section 5

12

Ecological Information

Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

13

Disposal Considerations

Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

14

Transport Information

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

UN Number
1279
Shipping Name
1,2-DICHLOROPROPANE
Transport Class
3
Packing Group
II
15

Regulatory Information

Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status

The data for this section has not been processed yet.

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Frequently Asked Questions

Common questions about safety, handling, and properties

What is the hazard signal word for 1,2-Dichloropropane?

The signal word is danger.

What is the physical form of 1,2-Dichloropropane?

1,2-Dichloropropane is a liquid, clear appearing as clear with clear color. It has no data available odor.

What is 1,2-Dichloropropane used for?

Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances

What are the hazard statements for 1,2-Dichloropropane?

This substance has 4 hazard statements:

  • H225: Highly flammable liquid and vapor.
  • H302: Harmful if swallowed.
  • H331: Toxic if inhaled.
  • H350: May cause cancer.

What is the melting point of 1,2-Dichloropropane?

The melting point is -100 °C and the boiling point is 95 - 96 °C.