General Description
Liquid.
Air & Water Reactions
Reacts with water or moisture in air to form hydrochloric acid (hydrogen chloride)
Reactivity Profile
FLUOROACETYL CHLORIDE, an acid halide, when heated to decomposition, emits very toxic fumes of chlorine and fluorine-containing compounds. May react vigorously or explosively if mixed with diisopropyl ether or other ethers in the presence of trace amounts of metal salts [J. Haz. Mat., 1981, 4, 291].
Health Hazard
Highly toxic by inhalation. (Non-Specific -- Chloroacetyl Chloride) Corrosive to skin and irritating to eyes.
Fire Hazard
When heated to decomposition, FLUOROACETYL CHLORIDE emits very toxic fumes of chlorine and fluorine-containing compounds. (Non-Specific -- Chloroacetyl Chloride and Fluoroacetic Acid) Some of these materials may ignite combustibles (i.e., wood, paper, oil, etc.) or react violently with water.
Potential Exposure
May be used in organic synthesis.
First aid
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove any
contact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least
15 minutes, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek
medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts
the skin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immedi ately with soap and water. Seek medical attention immedi ately. If this chemical has been inhaled, remove from
exposure, begin rescue breathing (using universal precau tions, including resuscitation mask) if breathing has
stopped and CPR if heart action has stopped. Transfer
promptly to a medical facility. When this chemical has
been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quanti ties of water and induce vomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit. Effects may be delayed; keep
victim under observation.
Shipping
UN2810 Toxic liquids, organic, n.o.s., Hazard
Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials, Technical
Name Required. UN2922 Corrosive liquids, toxic, n.o.s.,
Hazard class: 8; Labels: 8-Corrosive material, 6.1-Poisonous
materials.
Incompatibilities
Compounds of the carboxyl group react
with all bases, both inorganic and organic (i.e., amines)
releasing substantial heat, water and a salt that may be
harmful. Incompatible with arsenic compounds (releases
hydrogen cyanide gas), diazo compounds, dithiocarba mates, isocyanates, mercaptans, nitrides, and sulfides
(releasing heat, toxic and possibly flammable gases), thio sulfates and dithionites (releasing hydrogen sulfate and oxi des of sulfur). Chlorides or fluorides may ignite
combustibles (i.e., wood, paper, oil, etc.) or react violently
with water forming hydrochloric acid.
Description
Fluoroacetyl chloride is a liquid. Molecularweight=96.49. Hazard Identification (based on NFPA-704M Rating System): Health 4, Flammability 1, Reactivity 2.Reacts with water.
Chemical Properties
Fluoroacetyl chloride is a liquid.
storage
Color Code—Blue: Health Hazard/Poison: Storein a secure poison location. Prior to working with thischemical you should be trained on its proper handling andstorage. Store in tightly closed containers in a cool, wellventilated area.
