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Methyl trichloroacetate(598-99-2)

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Product Identification

Product Name
Methyl trichloroacetate
Synonyms
Trichloroacetic acid methyl ester
CAS
598-99-2
Formula
C3H3Cl3O2
Molecular Weight
177.42
EINECS
209-960-7
Beilstein/Gmelin
1756075
Beilstein Reference
4-02-00-00513
EC Class
irritant

Physical and Chemical Properties

Appearance
A colorless liquid.
Solubility in water
Insoluble
Melting Point
-17.5
Boiling Point
152
Density
1.4897 g/cm3
Usage
Used to make other chemicals.
Refractive Index
1.4572 (20 C)

First Aid Measures

Ingestion
Wash mouth out with water, provided person is concous. Seek medicall attention.
Inhalation
Remove from exposure to fresh air immediately. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give oxygen. Get medical aid.
Skin
Get medical aid. Flush skin with plenty of soap and water for at least 15 minutes while removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse.
Eyes
Immediately flush eyes with copious amounts of water for at least 15 minutes.

Handling and Storage

Storage
Store in a cool, dry location away from heat and open flame. Keep container tightly closed.
Handling
All chemicals should be considered hazardous. Avoid direct physical contact. Use appropriate, approved safety equipment. Untrained individuals should not handle this chemical or its container. Handling should occur in a chemical fume hood.

Hazards Identification

Ingestion
See Inhalation.
Inhalation
May cause irritation.
Skin
May cause irritation.
Eyes
May cause irritation.
Hazards
Substance will react with water (some violently) releasing flammable, toxic or corrosive gases and runoff. When heated, vapors may form explosive mixtures with air: indoors, outdoors, and sewers explosion hazards. Most vapors are heavier than air. They will spread along ground and collect in low or confined areas (sewers, basements, tanks). Vapors may travel to source of ignition and flash back. Contact with metals may evolve flammable hydrogen gas. Containers may explode when heated or if contaminated with water.
EC Risk Phrase
R 36/37/38
EC Safety Phrase
S 26 36/37/39
UN (DOT)
2533

Exposure Controls/Personal Protection

Personal Protection
Wear appropriate chemical protective gloves, boots and goggles. If contact with the material anticipated, wear appropriate chemical protective clothing.
Respirators
Wear positive pressure self-contained breathing apparatus (SCBA).

Fire Fighting Measures

Flash Point
85
Fire Fighting
Extinguish fire using agent suitable for type of surrounding fire. (Material itself does not burn or burns with difficulty.) Use water in flooding quantities as fog. Use foam, dry chemical, or carbon dioxide. Keep run-off water out of sewers and water sources.
Fire Potential
May burn but does not ignite readily.

Accidental Release Measures

Small spills/leaks
Keep sparks, flames, and other sources of ignition away. Keep material out of water sources and sewers. Build dikes to contain flow as necessary. Attempt to stop leak if without undue personnel hazard.

Stability and Reactivity

Disposal Code
2
Stability
Stable under normal temperature and pressure.
Incompatibilities
Strong oxidizing acids may cause a vigorous reaction that is sufficiently exothermic to ignite the reaction products.
Combustion Products
Fire will produce irritating, corrosive and/or toxic gases.

Transport Information

UN Number
2533
Hazard Class
6.1
Packing Group
III
HS Code
2915 40 00
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