1,1-Dichloro-1-nitroethane is a colorless liquidwith an unpleasant odor; causes tears. Molecularweight=143.96; Boiling point=124℃; Vaporpressure=15 mmHg at 20℃; Flash point=58℃; 76℃.Hazard Identification (based on NFPA-704 M RatingSystem): Health 2, Flammability 2, Reactivity 3. Poor solubility in water; solubility=0.3%.
1,1-Dichloro-1-nitroethane is a colorless liquid
with an unpleasant odor; causes tears
A colorless liquid. Strongly irritates skin and eyes. Toxic by ingestion and inhalation. Flash point 165°F. Denser than water and slightly soluble in water. Used as a solvent.
Slightly soluble in water.
1,1-DICHLORO-1-NITROETHANE is incompatible with oxidizers. 1,1-DICHLORO-1-NITROETHANE will attack some forms of plastics, rubber and coatings.
High concentrations cause lacrimation, increased nasal secretions, coughing, pulmonary rales, and weakness in animals. No human experience is reported.
Special Hazards of Combustion Products: Toxic gases and vapors, such as nitrogen oxides, hydrogen chloride, and carbon monoxide, may be released in a fire.
Poison by ingestion and
intraperitoneal routes. Moderately toxic by
inhalation. A strong irritant. Inhalation
causes pulmonary edema. A fumigant for
produce. Flammable when exposed to heat,
flame, or oxidizers. Can react vigorously
with oxidning materials. To fight fire, use
water, CO2, dry chemical. When heated to
decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of
Cl and NOx.
This material is used as a fumigant
insecticide. Therefore, those engaged in the manufacture,
formulation and application of this material may be
exposed
If this chemical gets into the eyes, remove anycontact lenses at once and irrigate immediately for at least15 min, occasionally lifting upper and lower lids. Seek medical attention immediately. If this chemical contacts theskin, remove contaminated clothing and wash immediatelywith soap and water. Seek medical attention immediately. Ifthis chemical has been inhaled, remove from exposure,begin rescue breathing (using universal precautions, including resuscitation mask) if breathing has stopped and CPR ifheart action has stopped. Transfer promptly to a medicalfacility. When this chemical has been swallowed, get medical attention. Give large quantities of water and inducevomiting. Do not make an unconscious person vomit.Medical observation is recommended for 24-48 h afterbreathing overexposure, as pulmonary edema may bedelayed. As first aid for pulmonary edema, a doctor orauthorized paramedic may consider administering a corticosteroid spray.
In Salmonella typhimurium assays 1,1-
dichloro-1-nitroethane was mutagenic in the
TA100 and TA97 stains but not in TA1535 or
TA98.
The 2003 ACGIH threshold limit valuetime-
weighted average (TLV-TWA) for 1,1-
dichloro-1-nitroethane is 2ppm (12mg/m3).
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 refrigeratoraway from oxidizers and sources of ignition. Where possible, automatically pump liquid from drums or other storagecontainers to process containers.
UN2650 1,1-Dichloro-1-nitroethane, Hazard
Class: 6.1; Labels: 6.1-Poisonous materials.
Incompatible with oxidizers (chlorates,
nitrates, peroxides, permanganates, perchlorates, chlorine,
bromine, fluorine, etc.); contact may cause fires or explosions. Keep away from alkaline materials, strong bases,
strong acids, oxoacids, and epoxides. Corrosive to iron in
the presence of moisture
Incineration (816C,
0.5 second for primary combustion; 1204C, 1.0 second for
secondary combustion). The formation of elemental chlorine can be prevented through injection of steam or
methane into the combustion process. nitrogen oxides may
be abated through the use of thermal or catalytic devices.
