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2,3,6-TRICHLOROPHENOL | ICSC: 0590 |
Phenol, 2,3,6-trichloro- 1-Hydroxy-2,3,6-trichlorobenzene C6H3Cl3O Molecular mass: 197.5 ![]() RTECS # SN1300000 ICSC # 0590 UN # 2020 |
TYPES OF HAZARD/ EXPOSURE |
ACUTE HAZARDS/ SYMPTOMS |
PREVENTION |
FIRST AID/ FIRE FIGHTING |
FIRE |
Combustible.
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NO open flames.
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Powder, water spray, foam, carbon dioxide.
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EXPLOSION |
Above 78░C explosive vapour/air mixtures may be formed.
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Above 78░C use a closed system, ventilation.
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EXPOSURE |
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PREVENT DISPERSION OF DUST!
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Cough.
Sore throat.
See Notes.
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Local exhaust or breathing protection.
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Fresh air, rest.
Refer for medical attention.
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Dry skin.
Redness.
Pain.
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Protective gloves.
Protective clothing.
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Remove contaminated clothes.
Rinse and then wash skin with water and soap.
Refer for medical attention.
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Redness.
Pain.
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Safety goggles,
or eye protection in combination with breathing protection if powder.
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First rinse with plenty of water for several minutes (remove contact lenses if easily possible), then take to a doctor.
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Abdominal pain.
Diarrhoea.
Headache.
Dizziness.
Vomiting.
Weakness.
Convulsions.
Muscular spasms. Increased body temperature and sweating (see Notes).
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Do not eat, drink, or smoke during work.
Wash hands before eating.
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Rinse mouth.
Give a slurry of activated charcoal in water to drink.
Refer for medical attention.
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SPILLAGE DISPOSAL | STORAGE | PACKAGING & LABELLING | ||
Sweep spilled substance into containers; if appropriate, moisten first to prevent dusting.
Carefully collect remainder,
then remove to safe place.
Do NOT let this chemical enter the environment
(extra personal protection: P2 filter respirator for harmful particles).
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Provision to contain effluent from fire extinguishing.
Separated from
strong oxidants,
food and feedstuffs.
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Do not transport with food and feedstuffs.
UN Hazard Class: 6.1 UN Packing Group: III |
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SEE IMPORTANT INFORMATION ON BACK | ||||
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2,3,6-TRICHLOROPHENOL | ICSC: 0590 |
I M P O R T A N T D A T A |
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PHYSICAL PROPERTIES |
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ENVIRONMENTAL DATA |
The substance is toxic to aquatic organisms.
The substance may cause long-term effects in the aquatic environment.
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N O T E S | ||||
No data are available on this isomer but a mixture of trichlorophenols may cause irritation of the skin, eyes and respiratory tract. These substances may cause acute metabolic effects resulting in damage in several organs notably the CNS.
Some technical products may contain highly toxic impurities including polychlorinated dibenzo-p-dioxins and -furans.
Depending on the degree of exposure, periodic medical examination is indicated.
Insufficient data are available on the effect of this substance on human health, therefore utmost care must be taken.
Also consult ICSC # 1122.
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