General Description
Clear colorless liquid.
Reactivity Profile
Simple aromatic halogenated organic compounds, such as ALPHA, ALPHA, ALPHA, PARA-TETRACHLOROTOLUENE(5216-25-1), are very unreactive. Reactivity generally decreases with increased degree of substitution of halogen for hydrogen atoms. Materials in this group may be incompatible with strong oxidizing and reducing agents. Also, they may be incompatible with many amines, nitrides, azo/diazo compounds, alkali metals, and epoxides.
Air & Water Reactions
Insoluble in water.
Health Hazard
ACUTE/CHRONIC HAZARDS: Corrosive; Lachrymator.
Potential Exposure
Used in agrochemicals manufacture as
an intermediate; reaction with HF yields chlorobenzotrifluoride as a major intermediate for several pesticides;
for making pharmaceuticals; UV absorbers, and dyestuffs.
This chemical is manufactured in high volume (exceeds 1
million pounds per annum) in the United States.
Fire Hazard
Flash point data for this compound are not available, however, ALPHA, ALPHA, ALPHA, PARA-TETRACHLOROTOLUENE is probably combustible.
First aid
Move victim to fresh air. Call 911 or emergency
medical service. Give artificial respiration if victim is not
breathing. Do not use mouth-to-mouth method if victim
ingested or inhaled the substance; give artificial respiration with the aid of a pocket mask equipped with a one-way
valve or other proper respiratory medical device.
Administer oxygen if breathing is difficult. Remove and
isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact
with substance, immediately flush skin or eyes with running water for at least 20 minutes. For minor skin contact,avoid spreading material on unaffected skin. Keep victim
warm and quiet. Effects of exposure (inhalation, ingestion,
or skin contact) to substance may be delayed. Ensure that
medical personnel are aware of the material(s) involved
and take precautions to protect themselves. Medical observation is recommended for 24 to 48 hours after breathing
overexposure, as pulmonary edema may be delayed. As
first aid for pulmonary edema, a doctor or authorized paramedic may consider administering a drug or other inhalation therapy
Shipping
UN1760 Corrosive liquids, n.o.s., Hazard class:
8; Labels: 8-Corrosive material, Technical Name Required.
Incompatibilities
A halogenated aromatic compound.
Hydrolyzes to hydrochloric acid and benzoic acid in all
forms of moisture. Incompatible with strong oxidizers
(chlorates, nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates,
chlorine, bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires
or explosions. Keep away from reducing agents, alkaline
materials, strong acids, strong bases, amines, nitrides, azo/
diazo compounds, alkali metals, and epoxides.
Description
p-Chlorobenzotrichloride, an organochloride,is a flammable, water-white liquid. Molecularweight=229.92; Specific gravity (H2O:1)=1.49; Boilingpoint=254℃; Melting/Freezing point=5-6℃; Flashpoint=.110℃; Autoignition temperature=500-505℃.Hazard Identification (based on NFPA 704 M RatingSystem): Health 3, Flammability 1, Reactivity 0.Decomposes in water.
Chemical Properties
p-Chlorobenzotrichloride, an organochloride, is
a flammable, water-white liquid.
Flammability and Explosibility
Notclassified
storage
Color Code—Blue: Health Hazard/Poison: Storein a secure poison location. Store in tightly closed containers in a refrigerator. Color Code—Red: FlammabilityHazard: Store in a flammable liquid storage area orapproved cabinet away from ignition sources and corrosiveand reactive materials. Prior to working with this chemicalyou should be trained on its proper handling and storage. Aregulated, marked area should be established where thischemical is handled, used, or stored in compliance withOSHA Standard 1910.1045.
