Hexachlorocyclopentadiene |
Synonyms & Trade Names HCCPD; Hexachloro-1,3-cyclopentadiene; 1,2,3,4,5,5-Hexachloro-1,3-cyclopentadiene; Perchlorocyclopentadiene |
CAS No. 77-47-4 |
RTECS No. GY1225000 |
DOT ID & Guide 2646 151 |
FormulaC5Cl6 |
Conversion 1 ppm = 11.16 mg/m3 |
IDLH N.D.
See: IDLH INDEX |
Exposure Limits NIOSH REL: TWA 0.01 ppm (0.1 mg/m3)
OSHA PEL†: none |
Measurement Methods
NIOSH 2518
See: NMAM or OSHA Methods |
Physical Description Pale-yellow to amber-colored liquid with a pungent, unpleasant odor. [Note: A solid below 16°F.] |
MW: 272.8 |
BP: 462°F |
FRZ: 16°F |
Sol(77°F): 0.0002% (Reacts) |
VP(77°F): 0.08 mmHg |
IP: ? |
Sp.Gr: 1.71 |
Fl.P: NA |
UEL: NA |
LEL: NA |
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| Noncombustible Liquid |
Incompatibilities & Reactivities Water, light [Note: Reacts slowly with water to form hydrochloric acid; will corrode iron & most metals in presence of moisture. Explosive hydrogen gas may collect in enclosed spaces in the presence of moisture.] |
Exposure Routes inhalation, skin absorption, ingestion, skin and/or eye contact |
Symptoms irritation eyes, skin, respiratory system; eye, skin burns; lacrimation (discharge of tears); sneezing, cough, dyspnea (breathing difficulty), salivation, pulmonary edema; nausea, vomiting, diarrhea; in animals: liver, kidney injury |
Target Organs Eyes, skin, respiratory system, liver, kidneys |
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Personal Protection/Sanitation (See protection codes)
Skin: Prevent skin contact
Eyes: Prevent eye contact
Wash skin: When contaminated
Remove: When wet or contaminated
Change: No recommendation
Provide: Eyewash, Quick drench |
First Aid (See procedures)
Eye: Irrigate immediately
Skin: Soap flush immediately
Breathing: Respiratory support
Swallow: Medical attention immediately |
Respirator Recommendations Not available.
Important additional information about respirator selection |
| See also: INTRODUCTION See ICSC CARD: 1096
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