Identification
Product identifiers, regulatory numbers, and supplier information
Product Information
- Product Name
- Trichloroacetic acid for analysis EMSURE® ACS, Reag. Ph Eur
- Product Code
- 1.00807
- Chemical Name
- Trichloroacetic acid
Regulatory Identifiers
- CAS Number
- 76-03-9 Check regulations →
- REACH No.
- 01-2119485186-30-XXXX
Identified Uses
Reagent for analysis
Manufacturers & Suppliers
Merck Life Science UK Limited
national supplier
New Road, The Old Brickyard, GILLINGHAM, Dorset, SP8 4XT, UNITED KINGDOM
+44 (0)1747 833-000
Emergency Contacts
CHEMTREC
+44 (0)870 8200418
Hazard Identification
GHS classification, signal word, pictograms, and hazard statements
Hazard Classifications
GHS Pictograms
GHS05
GHS09
Hazard Statements
Precautionary Statements
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Composition / Information on Ingredients
Chemical components, concentration ranges, and hazardous substance identification
Formula: C2HCl3O2; Molecular weight: 163.39 g/mol; CAS-No.: 76-03-9; EC-No.: 200-927-2; Index-No.: 607-004-00-7
| Chemical Name | CAS Number | Concentration | Hazardous |
|---|---|---|---|
| Trichloracetic acid EC: 200-927-2 | 76-03-9 | --- | Yes |
First Aid Measures
Emergency procedures for chemical exposure incidents
Fresh air. Call in physician.
Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/ shower. Call a physician immediately.
Rinse out with plenty of water. Immediately call in ophthalmologist. Remove contact lenses.
Make victim drink water (two glasses at most), avoid vomiting (risk of perforation). Call a physician immediately. Do not attempt to neutralise.
Immediate Medical Attention
Call a physician immediately.
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. Vapours are heavier than air and may spread along floors. Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. Ambient fire may liberate hazardous vapours.
Suppress (knock down) gases/vapours/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.
Accidental Release Measures
Spill cleanup procedures, containment, and environmental protection
Avoid inhalation of dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure adequate ventilation. Evacuate the danger area, observe emergency procedures, consult an expert.
Do not let product enter drains.
Take up dry. Clean up affected area.
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Similar products with comparable safety profiles
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Handling and Storage
Safe handling precautions, storage conditions, and workplace requirements
Immediately change contaminated clothing. Apply preventive skin protection. Wash hands and face after working with substance. For precautions see section 2.2.
Temperature class T1
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: KCL 890 Vitoject®. Splash contact: Material: Nitrile rubber, Minimum layer thickness: 0.4 mm, Break through time: 30 min, Material tested: Camatril® (KCL 730 / Aldrich Z677442, Size M). This recommendation applies only to the product stated in the safety data sheet, supplied by us and for the designated use. 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). Tightly fitting safety goggles
Recommended Filter type: Filter type B. 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.
Acid-resistant 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).
Forms explosive mixtures with air on intense heating. A range from approx. 15 Kelvin below the flash point is to be rated as critical.
Risk of explosion with: silver salt. Exothermic reaction with: alkalines, alkali hydroxides, Amines. Violent reactions possible with: Strong oxidizing agents, sulfoxides, dimethyl sulfoxide, with Copper.
Exposure to moisture, Strong heating.
No data available
In the event of fire: see section 5
Ecological Information
Environmental toxicity, biodegradation, and bioaccumulation data
12.1 Toxicity
No data available
12.2 Persistence and degradability
12.2 Persistence and degradability
12.3 Bioaccumulative potential
No data available
12.4 Mobility in soil
No data available
12.5 Results of PBT and vPvB assessment
The substance/mixture contains no components considered to be either persistent, bioaccumulative and toxic (PBT), or very persistent and very bioaccumulative (vPvB) at levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.6 Endocrine disrupting properties
The substance/mixture does not contain components considered to have endocrine disrupting properties at levels of 0.1% or higher.
12.7 Other adverse effects
The substance is caustic even in diluted form and discharge into the environment must be avoided.
Disposal Considerations
Waste treatment methods, disposal recommendations, and waste codes
Waste material must be disposed of in accordance with the national and local regulations.
Leave chemicals in original containers. No mixing with other waste.
Transport Information
UN numbers, shipping names, transport classes, and regulatory requirements
- UN Number
- 1839
- Shipping Name
- TRICHLOROACETIC ACID
- Transport Class
- 8
- Packing Group
- II
Regulatory Information
Chemical regulations, safety assessments, and compliance status
This material safety data sheet complies with the requirements of Regulation (EC) No. 1907/2006.
Frequently Asked Questions
Common questions about safety, handling, and properties
What is the hazard signal word for Trichloroacetic acid for analysis EMSURE® ACS, Reag. Ph Eur?
The signal word is danger.
What is the physical form of Trichloroacetic acid for analysis EMSURE® ACS, Reag. Ph Eur?
Trichloroacetic acid for analysis EMSURE® ACS, Reag. Ph Eur is a crystalline with colourless color. It has stinging odor.
What is Trichloroacetic acid for analysis EMSURE® ACS, Reag. Ph Eur used for?
Reagent for analysis
What are the hazard statements for Trichloroacetic acid for analysis EMSURE® ACS, Reag. Ph Eur?
This substance has 2 hazard statements:
- H314: Causes severe skin burns and eye damage.
- H410: Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
What is the melting point of Trichloroacetic acid for analysis EMSURE® ACS, Reag. Ph Eur?
The melting point is Melting point/ range: 54 °C and the boiling point is 196 °C at 1,013 hPa.