Ethene, chloro- cas no:75-01-4
Synonyms: Vinyl chloride;Vinylchloride monomer;Ethylene,chloro- (8CI);1-Chloroethene;1-Chloroethylene;Chloroethene;Chloroethylene;F 1140;Monochloroethylene;VCM;Vinyl C monomer;
NameEthene, chloro-
CAS75-01-4
SynonymsVinyl chloride;Vinylchloride monomer;Ethylene,chloro- (8CI);1-Chloroethene;1-Chloroethylene;Chloroethene;Chloroethylene;F 1140;Monochloroethylene;VCM;Vinyl C monomer;
EINECS(EC#)200-831-0
Molecular FormulaC2H3Cl
Molecular Weight62.4987
Appearancecolourless gas
refractive indexn20/D 1.3700(lit.)
storage temp2-8°C
Globally Harmonized System of Classification adn Labelling of Chemicals(GHS)
Hazardclass2.1
Hazard Explosive limits in air 4–22% by volume. An extremely toxic and hazardous material by all avenues of exposure. A carcinogen. TLV: TWA 5 ppm. Use in aerosol sprays prohibited.
Risk R45
Safety
Hazard Codes of Vinyl chloride (CAS NO.75-01-4): F+,T,F
Risk Statements: 45-12-39-23/24/25-11
R45: May cause cancer.
R12: Extremely flammable.
R39: Danger of very serious irreversible effects.
R23/24/25: Toxic by inhalation, in contact with skin and if swallowed.
R11: Highly flammable.
Safety Statements: 53-45-36/37
S53: Avoid exposure - obtain special instructions before use.
S45: In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label whenever possible.)
S36/37: Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
RIDADR: UN 1086 2.1
WGK Germany: 2
RTECS: KU9625000
F: 4.5-31
HazardClass: 2.1
Confirmed human carcinogen producing liver and blood tumors. Moderately toxic by ingestion. Experimental teratogenic data. Experimental reproductive effects. Human reproductive effects by inhalation: changes in spermatogenesis. Human mutation data reported. A severe irritant to skin, eyes, and mucous membranes. Causes skin burns by rapid evaporation and consequent freezing. In high concentration it acts as an anesthetic. Chronic exposure has produced liver injury. Circulatory and bone changes in the fingertips have been reported in workers handling unpolymerized materials.
A very dangerous fire hazard when exposed to heat, flame, or oxidizers. Large fires of this material are practically inextinguishable. A severe explosion hazard in the form of vapor when exposed to heat or flame. Long-term exposure to air may result in formation of peroxides that can initiate explosive polymerization of the chloride. Can react vigorously with oxidizing materials. Can explode on contact with oxides of nitrogen. Obtain instructions for its use from the supplier before storing or handling this material. To fight fire, stop flow of gas. When heated to decomposition it emits highly toxic fumes of Cl−. See also CHLORINATED HYDROCARBONS, ALIPHATIC.
| Organism |
Test Type |
Route |
Reported Dose (Normalized Dose) |
Effect |
Source |
| guinea pig |
LCLo |
inhalation |
30pph/30M (300000ppm) |
BEHAVIORAL: GENERAL ANESTHETIC |
American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal. Vol. 21, Pg. 394, 1960. |
| mammal (species unspecified) |
LCLo |
inhalation |
200ppm/18M (200ppm) |
|
International Polymer Science and Technology. Vol. 3, Pg. 93, 1976. |
| mouse |
LCLo |
inhalation |
20pph/30M (200000ppm) |
BEHAVIORAL: GENERAL ANESTHETIC |
American Industrial Hygiene Association Journal. Vol. 21, Pg. 394, 1960. |
| rat |
LC50 |
inhalation |
18pph/15M (180000ppm) |
BEHAVIORAL: TREMOR
BEHAVIORAL: CONVULSIONS OR EFFECT ON SEIZURE THRESHOLD
LUNGS, THORAX, OR RESPIRATION: RESPIRATORY DEPRESSION |
Human Toxicology. Vol. 1, Pg. 239, 1982. |
| rat |
LD50 |
oral |
500mg/kg (500mg/kg) |
|
Dow Chemical Company Reports. |
