Product Identification

Product Name

1-Sodium-3,5-dichloro-s-triazine-2,4,6-trione

Synonyms

1,3,5-Triazine-2,4,6(1H,3H,5H)-trione, 1,3-dichloro-, sodium salt (1:1)
1,3-Dichloro-1,3,5-triazine-2,4,6(1H, 3H, 5H)-trione, sodium salt
3,5-Dichloro-2-hydroxy-4,6-s-triazinedione sodium salt
Dichloroisocynauric acid, sodium salt
Sodium dichloroisocyanurate
Troclosene sodium

CAS

2893-78-9

Formula

C3Cl2N3NaO3

Molecular Weight

219.95

EINECS

220-767-7

RTECS

XZ1900000

RTECS Class

Agricultural Chemical and Pesticide; Reproductive Effector; Human Data; Primary Irritant

Beilstein/Gmelin

4056155

EC Index Number

613-030-00-X

EC Class

Oxidising; Harmful; Contact with acids liberates toxic gas; Irritant; Dangerous for the Environment

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance

White solid with an odor of bleach-like odor.

Solubility in water

260 g/L

Melting Point

225

Density

0.96 g/cm3 (20 C)

Heat Of Vaporization

Usage

Active ingredient in dry bleaches, dishwashing compounds, scouring powder, detergent sanitizers, swimming pool disinfectants, water & sewage treatment, replacement for calcium hypochlorite.

First Aid Measures

Ingestion

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

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

Skin

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

Eyes

Immediately irrigate with copious quantities of water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids to be held open. Remove clothing if contaminated and wash skin. Urgently seek medical assistance. Transport to hospital or medical center.

Handling and Storage

Storage

Do not store near combustible materials.

Handling

Avoid contact with clothing and other combustible materials.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion

Swallowing can result in diarrhoea, abdominal pain, ulceration of the stomach, lachrymation, difficulty in breathing, loss of consciousness, coma & possible death.

Inhalation

Inhalation of the dust will result in respiratory irritation. Decomposes when wet to evolve chlorine gas. Inhalation of chlorine will result in severe respiratory irritation. Delayed effects can include shortness of breath, severe headache, pulmonary oedema and pneumonia.

Skin

Contact with the skin will result in mild irritation. Repeated or prolonged skin contact may lead to allergic contact dermatitis.

Eyes

A severe eye irritant. Contamination of the eyes can result in permanent injury. Corrosive to eyes; contact can cause corneal burns.

Hazards

May explode from heat or contamination. May react explosively with hydrocarbons (fuels). May ignite combustibles.

EC Risk Phrase

R 8 22 31 36/37 50/53

EC Safety Phrase

S 8 26 60 61

UN (DOT)

2465

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection

Wear appropriate protective gloves, clothing and goggles.

Respirators

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

Poison Class

4

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point

230

Fire Fighting

Fire-fighters should wear full protective clothing including self-contained breathing apparatus. In case of fire use water spray or fog type extinguishers (large quantities are required).

Fire Potential

Noncombustible.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks

Clean up spills immediately, using the appropriate protective equipment. Sweep up, then place into a suitable container for disposal. Sweep up or absorb material, then place into a suitable clean, dry, closed container for disposal.

Stability and Reactivity

Stability

Stable under normal temperatures and pressures.

Incompatibilities

Strong oxidizing agents - moisture - strong bases.

Decomposition

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

Combustion Products

May form toxic chlorine and other gases in fire.

Transport Information

UN Number

2465

Hazard Class

5.1

Packing Group

II