Product Identification

Product Name

1,1-Dichloro-2,2-diethoxyethane

Synonyms

Dichloroacetaldehyde diethyl acetal

CAS

619-33-0

Formula

C6H12Cl2O2

Molecular Weight

187.07

EINECS

210-591-9

Beilstein/Gmelin

1098277

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-00298

Physical and Chemical Properties

Solubility in water

Insoluble

Boiling Point

152 - 154

Vapor Pressure

1.1 (25 C)

Density

1.4839 g/cm3 (20 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

40.3 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.4816 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.

Inhalation

If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

In case of contact, immediately wash skin with soap and copious amounts of water.

Eyes

In case of contact, immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep container closed. Keep away from heat and open flame. Store at 2-8 C

Hazards Identification

Inhalation

Vapors may cause dizziness or suffocation. May cause irritation or burns.

Skin

Causes skin irritation. Multiple Routes: May be harmful by inhalation, ingestion, or skin absorption. Vapor or mist is irritating to the eyes, mucous membranes, and upper respiratory tract.

Eyes

See Skin.

Hazards

Vapors may form explosive mixtures with air. Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapor explosion hazard indoors, outdoors or in sewers.

EC Risk Phrase

36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

26 36/37/39

UN (DOT)

1993

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing.

Respirators

Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Exposure Effects

Irritant. Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin. Combustible.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

60

Fire Fighting

Extinguish using Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.

Fire Potential

Under fire conditions, material may decompose to form flammable and/or explosive mixtures in air.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb on sand or vermiculite and place in closed containers for disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

2

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, Acids.

Decomposition

Carbon monoxide, Carbon dioxide, Hydrogen chloride gas.

Combustion Products

Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number

1993

Hazard Class

3

Packing Group

III

HS Code

2911 00 00