Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information
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Iodine trichloride(865-44-1)

Supplier Product Identification Physical and Chemical Properties First Aid Measures Handling and Storage Hazards Identification Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Fire Fighting Measures Accidental Release Measures Stability and Reactivity Transport Information

Product Identification

Product Name
Iodine trichloride
Synonyms
Iodine chloride
Trichloroiodine
CAS
865-44-1
Formula
Cl3I
Molecular Weight
233.26
EINECS
212-739-8
Merck
13,5042
Beilstein/Gmelin
25675 (G)

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
Yellow to reddish-brown flakes.
Melting Point
63
Density
3.11 g/cm3 (15 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
If swallowed, wash out mouth with water provided person is conscious. Call a physician.
Inhalation
If inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen.
Skin
Remove and isolate contaminated clothing and shoes. In case of contact with substance, immediately flush with running water for at least 20 minutes.
Eyes
Assure adequate flushing of the eyes by separating the eyelids with fingers.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Keep tightly closed. Unsuitable: Do not store near, nor allow contact with, clothing and other combustible material. Store at -20 C

Hazards Identification

Inhalation
Ingestion may cause severe injury, burns, or death.
Skin
Contact may result in injury, burns and death.
Eyes
See Skin.
Ingestion
Ingestion may cause severe injury, burns, or death.
Hazards
Emits toxic fumes under fire conditions. Contact with other material may cause fire.
EC Risk Phrase
34
EC Safety Phrase
26 36/37/39 45
UN (DOT)
3085

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate government approved respirator, chemical-resistant gloves, safety goggles, other protective clothing. Faceshield (8-inch minimum).
Respirators
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).
Exposure Effects
Causes burns. Target organ(s): Thyroid.
Poison Class
2

Fire Fighting Measures

Fire Fighting
Extinguish using Carbon dioxide, dry chemical powder, or appropriate foam. Wear self-contained breathing apparatus and protective clothing to prevent contact with skin and eyes.
Fire Potential
These substances will accelerate burning when involved in a fire.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Cover with dry lime or soda ash, pick up, keep in a closed container, and hold for waste disposal. Ventilate area and wash spill site after material pickup is complete.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
12
Incompatibilities
Phosphorus, Strong oxidizing agents.
Stability
Stable at normal temperatures and pressures.
Decomposition
Hydrogen chloride gas, Hydrogen iodide.
Combustion Products
Fire may produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
3085
Hazard Class
5.1
Packing Group
II
HS Code
2812 10 99
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