Material Safety Data Sheet NFPA HMIS Personal Protective Equipment COR Health Hazard Fire Hazard See Section 5. Section. Chemical Product and Company Identification Common Name/ Trade Name Manufacturer Commercial Name(s) Synonym Chemical Name Dichloroacetic acid SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP. 4422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 9248 Dichloroacetic Acid Catalog Number(s). CAS# RTECS TSCA CI# YY, D2, YY62 79-4-6 AG625 TSCA 8(b) inventory: Dichloroacetic acid IN CASE OF EMERGENCY CHEMTREC (24hr) 8-424-9 Page Number: Chemical Family Chemical Formula Supplier C2-H2-Cl2-O2 SPECTRUM CHEMICAL MFG. CORP. 4422 S. SAN PEDRO STREET GARDENA, CA 9248 CALL () 56-8 Section 2.Composition and Information on Ingredients Name CAS # Exposure Limits TWA (mg/m ) STEL (mg/m ) CEIL (mg/m ) % by Weight ) Dichloroacetic acid 79-4-6 Toxicological Data on Ingredients Dichloroacetic acid: ORAL (LD5): DERMAL (LD5): Acute: 282 mg/kg [Rat]. Acute: 5 mg/kg [Rabbit]. Section. Hazards Identification Potential Acute Health Effects Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant), of eye contact (irritant), of ingestion,. Very hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Liquid or spray mist may produce tissue damage particularly on mucous membranes of eyes, mouth and respiratory tract. Skin contact may produce burns. Inhalation of the spray mist may produce severe irritation of respiratory tract, characterized by coughing, choking, or shortness of breath. Inflammation of the eye is characterized by redness, watering, and itching. Skin inflammation is characterized by itching, scaling, reddening, or, occasionally, blistering.
Dichloroacetic acid Page Number: 2 Potential Chronic Health Effects Section 4. First Aid Measures CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: (Not classifiable for human.) by IARC. MUTAGENIC EFFECTS: TERATOGENIC EFFECTS: DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: PROVEN The substance is toxic to lungs, the reproductive system, liver, mucous membranes. Repeated or prolonged exposure to the substance can produce target organs damage. Repeated or prolonged contact with spray mist may produce chronic eye irritation and severe skin irritation. Repeated or prolonged exposure to spray mist may produce respiratory tract irritation leading to frequent attacks of bronchial infection. Eye Contact Skin Contact Serious Skin Contact Inhalation Check for and remove any contact lenses. Immediately flush eyes with running water for at least 5 minutes, keeping eyelids open. Cold water may be used. Do not use an eye ointment. Seek medical attention. If the chemical got onto the clothed portion of the body, remove the contaminated clothes as quickly as possible, protecting your own hands and body. Place the victim under a deluge shower. If the chemical got on the victim's exposed skin, such as the hands : Gently and thoroughly wash the contaminated skin with running water and non-abrasive soap. Be particularly careful to clean folds, crevices, creases and groin. Cold water may be used. If irritation persists, seek medical attention. Wash contaminated clothing before reusing. Wash with a disinfectant soap and cover the contaminated skin with an anti-bacterial cream. Seek immediate medical attention. Allow the victim to rest in a well ventilated area. Seek immediate medical attention. Serious Inhalation Ingestion Serious Ingestion Evacuate the victim to a safe area as soon as possible. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If breathing is difficult, administer oxygen. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. WARNING: It may be hazardous to the person providing aid to give mouth-to-mouth resuscitation when the inhaled material is toxic, infectious or corrosive. Seek immediate medical attention. Do not induce vomiting. Examine the lips and mouth to ascertain whether the tissues are damaged, a possible indication that the toxic material was ingested; the absence of such signs, however, is not conclusive. Loosen tight clothing such as a collar, tie, belt or waistband. If the victim is not breathing, perform mouth-to-mouth resuscitation. Seek immediate medical attention. Section 5. Fire and Explosion Data Flammability of the Product Auto-Ignition Temperature Flash Points Flammable Limits Products of Combustion Fire Hazards in Presence of Various Substances May be combustible at high temperature. CLOSED CUP: C (2 F). These products are carbon oxides (CO, CO2), halogenated compounds. Explosion Hazards in Presence of Various Substances Risks of explosion of the product in presence of mechanical impact: Risks of explosion of the product in presence of static discharge: Fire Fighting Media and Instructions Fire Hazards Explosion Hazards SMALL FIRE: Use DRY chemical powder. LARGE FIRE: Use water spray, fog or foam. Do not use water jet.
Dichloroacetic acid Page Number: Section 6. Accidental Release Measures Small Spill Large Spill Dilute with water and mop up, or absorb with an inert dry material and place in an appropriate waste disposal container. Corrosive liquid. Stop leak if without risk. Absorb with DRY earth, sand or other non-combustible material. Do not get water inside container. Do not touch spilled material. Use water spray curtain to divert vapor drift. Prevent entry into sewers, basements or confined areas; dike if needed. Eliminate all ignition sources. Call for assistance on disposal. Section 7. Handling and Storage Precautions Storage Keep container dry. Keep away from heat. Keep away from sources of ignition. Empty containers pose a fire risk, evaporate the residue under a fume hood. Ground all equipment containing material. Do not ingest. Do not breathe gas/fumes/ vapour/spray. Never add water to this product In case of insufficient ventilation, wear suitable respiratory equipment If ingested, seek medical advice immediately and show the container or the label. Avoid contact with skin and eyes Keep container dry. Keep in a cool place. Ground all equipment containing material. Corrosive materials should be stored in a separate safety storage cabinet or room. Section 8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection Engineering Controls Personal Protection Personal Protection in Case of a Large Spill Exposure Limits Provide exhaust ventilation or other engineering controls to keep the airborne concentrations of vapors below their respective threshold limit value. Ensure that eyewash stations and safety showers are proximal to the work-station location. Face shield. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Gloves. Boots. Splash goggles. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Boots. Gloves. A self contained breathing apparatus should be used to avoid inhalation of the product. Suggested protective clothing might not be sufficient; consult a specialist BEFORE handling this product. Section 9. Physical and Chemical Properties Physical state and appearance Liquid. Odor Molecular Weight ph (% soln/water) 28.94 g/mole Taste Color Colorless. Boiling Point 9.5 C (8. F) Melting Point C (5 F) Critical Temperature Specific Gravity.564 (Water = ) Vapor Pressure.79 mm of Hg (@ 2 C) Vapor Density 4.45 (Air = ) Volatility Odor Threshold.2 ppm Water/Oil Dist. Coeff. Ionicity (in Water) Dispersion Properties Solubility Easily dispersed in methanol, diethyl ether. Dispersed in n-octanol. See solubility in water, methanol, diethyl ether, n-octanol, acetone. Easily soluble in cold water, methanol, diethyl ether, acetone. Soluble in n-octanol.
Dichloroacetic acid Page Number: 4 Section. Stability and Data Stability Instability Temperature Conditions of Instability Incompatibility with various substances Corrosivity The product is stable. Corrosivity Polymerization No. Section. Toxicological Information Routes of Entry Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans Other Toxic Effects on Humans Toxicity to Animals Chronic Effects on Humans other Toxic Effects on Humans Absorbed through skin. Dermal contact. Eye contact. Inhalation. Ingestion. Acute oral toxicity (LD5): 282 mg/kg [Rat]. Acute dermal toxicity (LD5): 5 mg/kg [Rabbit]. CARCINOGENIC EFFECTS: (Not classifiable for human.) by IARC. DEVELOPMENTAL TOXICITY: PROVEN The substance is toxic to lungs, the reproductive system, liver, mucous membranes. Extremely hazardous in case of skin contact (corrosive, irritant), of ingestion,. Very hazardous in case of skin contact (permeator). Hazardous in case of inhalation (lung irritant). Section 2. Ecological Information Ecotoxicity BOD5 and COD Products of Biodegradation Toxicity of the Products of Biodegradation the Products of Biodegradation Possibly hazardous short term degradation products are not likely. However, long term degradation products may arise. The products of degradation are as toxic as the original product.
Dichloroacetic acid Page Number: 5 Section. Disposal Considerations Waste Disposal Section 4. Transport Information DOT Classification Identification CLASS 8: Corrosive liquid. : Dichloroacetic acid : UN764 PG: II Special Provisions for Transport DOT Section 5. Other Regulatory Information and Pictograms Federal and State Regulations California Proposition 65 Warnings Other Regulations California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer, birth defects or other reproductive harm, which would require a warning under the statute: Dichloroacetic acid California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Dichloroacetic acid New Jersey: Dichloroacetic acid TSCA 8(b) inventory: Dichloroacetic acid TSCA 8(d) H and S data reporting: Dichloroacetic acid: March 999 California prop. 65: This product contains the following ingredients for which the State of California has found to cause cancer which would require a warning under the statute: Dichloroacetic acid OSHA: Hazardous by definition of Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 9.2). EINECS: This product is on the European Inventory of Existing Commercial Chemical Substances. Other Classifications WHMIS (Canada) DSCL (EEC) CLASS D-B: Material causing immediate and serious toxic effects (TOXIC). CLASS D-2A: Material causing other toxic effects (VERY TOXIC). CLASS E: Corrosive liquid. R2- Harmful in contact with skin. R5- Causes severe burns. HMIS (U.S.A.) Health Hazard Fire Hazard Personal Protection National Fire Protection Association (U.S.A.) Health COR Flammability Specific hazard WHMIS (Canada) DSCL (Europe)
Dichloroacetic acid Page Number: 6 TDG (Canada) ADR (Europe) Protective Equipment Gloves. Full suit. Vapor respirator. Be sure to use an approved/certified respirator or equivalent. Wear appropriate respirator when ventilation is inadequate. Face shield. Section 6. Other Information MSDS Code References Other Special Considerations D2 Validated by Sonia Owen on 8//26. Verified by Sonia Owen. Printed 9/2/26. CALL () 56-8 Notice to Reader All chemicals may pose unknown hazards and should be used with caution. This Material Safety Data Sheet (MSDS) applies only to the material as packaged. If this product is combined with other materials, deteriorates, or becomes contaminated, it may pose hazards not mentioned in this MSDS. It shall be the user's responsibility to develop proper methods of handling and personal protection based on the actual conditions of use. While this MSDS is based on technical data judged to be reliable, Spectrum Quality Products, Inc. assumes no responsibility for the completeness or accuracy of the information contained herein.