Product Identification

Product Name

1,6-Dichlorohexane

Synonyms

Hexamethylene dichloride

CAS

2163-00-0

Formula

C6H12Cl2

Molecular Weight

155.07

EINECS

218-491-7

Beilstein/Gmelin

773673

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-00350

EC Class

dangerous for the environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Clearm colorless liquid.

Solubility in water

0.9 g/L

Melting Point

-13

Boiling Point

203 - 205

Vapor Pressure

0.4 (25 C)

Density

1.068 g/cm3 (20 C)

Partition Coefficient

3.31

Heat Of Vaporization

56.5 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.4555 (25 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. Allow the victim to rinse his mouth and then to drink 2-4 cupfuls of water, and seek medical advice.

Inhalation

Remove to fresh air. If breathing has stopped, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.

Skin

Remove contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash with soap and water.

Eyes

Flush with water for at least 15 min., lifting lids occasionally.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Keep container closed when not in use.

Handling

All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear safety goggles and appropriate protective gloves and clothing.

Respirators

Wear a NIOSH/MSHA or European Standard EN 149 approved full-facepiece airline respirator in the positive pressure mode with emergency escape provisions.

Exposure Effects

Irritating to eyes, respiratory system and skin.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

74

Autoignition

204

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. During a fire, irritating and highly toxic gases may be generated by thermal decomposition or combustion. In case of fire, use water, dry chemical, chemical foam, or alcohol-resistant foam.

Upper exp. limit

10.5

Lower exp. limit

5.3

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container. Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

2

Incompatibilities

Incompatible with strong oxidizing , reducing agents, many amines, nitrides, azo/diazo compounds, alkali metals, and epoxides.

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, irritating and toxic fumes and gases, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

Irritating vapors and toxic gases, such as hydrogen chloride and carbon monoxide, may be formed when involved in fire.

Transport Information

UN Number

3082

HS Code

2903 19 80

Hazards Identification

EC Risk Phrase

R 53

EC Safety Phrase

S 23 24/25

UN (DOT)

3082