Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Trichloroethylene for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur
- Product Code
- 1.11872
- Chemical Name
- Trichloroethylene
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 79-01-6 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
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
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS07
GHS08
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| trichloroethylene EC: 201-167-4 | 79-01-6 | 100% | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
After inhalation: fresh air. Call in physician.
In case of skin contact: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Consult a physician.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water. Call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
After swallowing: immediately make victim drink water (two glasses at most). Consult a physician.
Firefighting Measures
Extinguishing media, specific hazards, and firefighter protection
Use extinguishing measures that are appropriate to local circumstances and the surrounding environment.
For this substance/mixture no limitations of extinguishing agents are given.
Not combustible. Fire may cause evolution of: Hydrogen chloride gas. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Stay in danger area only with self-contained breathing apparatus. Prevent skin contact by keeping a safe distance or by wearing suitable protective clothing.
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.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Do not breathe vapors, aerosols. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Take up carefully with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®). Dispose of properly. Clean up affected area.
Materials: liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb®)
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Work under hood. Do not inhale substance/mixture. Avoid generation of vapours/aerosols.
Tightly closed. Keep in a well-ventilated place. Keep locked up or in an area accessible only to qualified or authorized persons. Recommended storage temperature see product label.
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance.
Exposure Controls / PPE
Occupational exposure limits, engineering controls, and protective equipment
Full contact: Material: Viton®, 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: 10 min, Material tested: Camatril® (KCL 730 / Aldrich Z677442, Size M). 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).
Use equipment for eye protection tested and approved under appropriate government standards such as NIOSH (US) or EN 166(EU). Safety glasses
Recommended Filter type: Filter A (acc. to DIN 3181) for vapours of organic compounds. 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.
protective clothing
Do not let product enter drains.
Physical and Chemical Properties
Appearance, physical state, melting point, boiling point, and material characteristics
Stability and Reactivity
Chemical stability, hazardous reactions, and incompatible materials
The product is chemically stable under standard ambient conditions (room temperature).
No data available
Violent reactions possible with: Oxygen (as liquefied gas), Alkaline earth metals, alkali amides, semimetallic hydrogen compounds, perchloric acid, Light metals, aluminium chloride, Strong oxidizing agents, potassium nitrate. Risk of explosion with: Alkali metals, Aluminum, Barium, alkali hydroxides, Lithium, magnesium, Powdered metals, sodium amide, Strong oxidizing agents, nitrogen dioxide, Boranes, Oxygen. Risk of ignition or formation of inflammable gases or vapours with: Titanium, Beryllium, Epoxy constituents.
Pressure
Oxygen (as liquefied gas), Alkaline earth metals, alkali amides, semimetallic hydrogen compounds, perchloric acid, Light metals, aluminium chloride, Strong oxidizing agents, potassium nitrate, Alkali metals, Aluminum, Barium, alkali hydroxides, Lithium, magnesium, Powdered metals, sodium amide, nitrogen dioxide, Boranes, Titanium, Beryllium, Epoxy constituents.
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1710
- Shipping Name
- TRICHLOROETHYLENE
- Transport Class
- 6.1
- Packing Group
- III
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
The data for this section has not been processed yet.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Trichloroethylene for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Trichloroethylene for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur?
Trichloroethylene for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur is a liquid with colorless color. It has characteristic odor.
What is Trichloroethylene for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur used for?
Laboratory chemicals, Manufacture of substances
What are the hazard statements for Trichloroethylene for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur?
This substance has 7 hazard statements:
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
- H336: May cause drowsiness or dizziness.
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- H350: May cause cancer.
- H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What is the melting point of Trichloroethylene for analysis EMSURE® ACS,Reag. Ph Eur?
The melting point is Melting point: -84,8 °C at 1.013 hPa and the boiling point is 86,7 °C at 1.013 hPa.