Product Identification

Product Name

2,2,2-Trichloroacetamide

Synonyms

2,2,2-Trichloroacetamide
a,a,a-Trichloroacetamide

CAS

594-65-0

Formula

C2H2Cl3NO

Molecular Weight

162.4

EINECS

209-849-3

RTECS

AC9275000

RTECS Class

Other

Beilstein/Gmelin

1754028

Beilstein Reference

4-02-00-00520

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White solid.

Solubility in water

Slightly soluble

Boiling Point

238

Vapor Pressure

0.04 (25 C)

Density

1.82 g/cm3

pKa/pKb

12.75 (pKa)

Partition Coefficient

1.15

Heat Of Vaporization

47.6 kJ/mol

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

If victim is conscious and alert, give 2-4 cupfuls of milk or water. Get medical aid.

Inhalation

Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. Get medical aid.

Skin

Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Get medical aid if irritation develops or persists.

Eyes

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

Handling and Storage

Storage

Store in a cool, dry place. Store in a tightly closed container.

Handling

Avoid breathing dust, vapor, mist, or gas. Avoid contact with skin and eyes.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

May cause gastrointestinal irritation with nausea, vomiting and diarrhea.

Inhalation

Causes respiratory tract irritation.

Skin

Causes skin irritation.

Eyes

Causes eye irritation.

EC Risk Phrase

R 22 36/37/38

EC Safety Phrase

S 26 36/37/39

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Eyes: Wear chemical goggles. Skin: Wear appropriate protective gloves to prevent skin exposure. Clothing: Wear a chemical apron.

Respirators

A NIOSH/MSHA approved air purifying dust or mist respirator or European Standard EN 149.

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

89

Fire Fighting

Wear a self-contained breathing apparatus in pressure-demand, MSHA/NIOSH (approved or equivalent), and full protective gear. To extinguish fire use water spray, dry chemical, carbon dioxide, or chemical foam.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Vacuum or sweep up material and place into a suitable disposal container.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code

3

Stability

No data.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents, strong acids, strong bases, strong reducing agents.

Decomposition

Hydrogen chloride, nitrogen oxides, carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide.

Transport Information

HS Code

2924 19 00