Product Identification

Product Name

Ethylene glycol chlorophosphite

Synonyms

2-Chloro-1,3,2-dioxaphospholane

CAS

822-39-9

Formula

C2H4ClO2P

Molecular Weight

126.47

EINECS

212-499-4

Beilstein/Gmelin

506179

Beilstein Reference

4-01-00-02417

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

Colorless liquid.

Melting Point

-28

Boiling Point

66 - 68 (047 torr)

Density

1.4178 g/cm3 (20 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

40.5 kJ/mol

Refractive Index

1.49 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

Do NOT induce vomiting. If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid immediately.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.

Skin

Get medical aid immediately. Immediately flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes.

Eyes

Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, occasionally lifting the upper and lower eyelids. Get medical aid immediately.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Keep away from sources of ignition. Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container. Keep under a nitrogen blanket. Refrigerator (approx 4 C).

Handling

Do not breathe dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. Use only in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Causes gastrointestinal tract burns. The toxicological properties of this substance have not been fully investigated.

Inhalation

May cause irritation of the respiratory tract with burning pain in the nose and throat, coughing, wheezing, shortness of breath and pulmonary edema. Causes chemical burns to the respiratory tract.

Skin

Causes skin burns.

Eyes

Causes eye burns.

Hazards

When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards.

EC Risk Phrase

R 14 34 37

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39 45

UN (DOT)

3265

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear appropriate protective clothing to prevent skin exposure.

Respirators

Follow the OSHA respirator regulations found in 29CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149. Always use a NIOSH or European Standard EN 149 approved respirator when necessary.

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

86

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. Water Reactive. Combustible Liquid. Extinguishing media: Do NOT use water directly on fire. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide.

Fire Potential

Combustible material: may burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Absorb spill with inert material, (e.g., dry sand or earth), then place into a chemical waste container.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, carbon monoxide, oxides of phosphorus, carbon dioxide.

Combustion Products

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

Transport Information

UN Number

3265

Hazard Class

8

Packing Group

I; II; III