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DICHLOROACETIC ACID
1. Product Identification
Synonyms: Acetic acid, dichloro-; DCA; Bichloroacetic Acid; Dichloroethanoic Acid
CAS No.: 79-43-6
Molecular Weight: 128.94
Chemical Formula: C2H2Cl2O2
Product Codes: 2-19547
2. Composition/Information on Ingredients
Ingredient CAS No Percent Hazardous
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Dichloroacetic Acid 79-43-6 100% Yes
3. Hazards Identification
Emergency Overview
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DANGER! CORROSIVE. CAUSES BURNS TO SKIN AND EYES. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED,
INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. INHALATION MAY BE FATAL AS A RESULT OF
SPASM/INFLAMMATION OF THE RESPIRATORY TRACT.
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Health Rating: 3 - Severe
Flammability Rating: 0 - None
Reactivity Rating: 1 - Slight
Contact Rating: 3 - Severe (Corrosive)
Lab Protective Equip: GOGGLES; LAB COAT; VENT HOOD; PROPER GLOVES
Storage Color Code: White (Corrosive)
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Potential Health Effects
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Information on the human health effects from exposure to this substance is limited.
Inhalation: Corrosive. Extremely destructive to tissues of the mucous membranes and upper respiratory
tract. Symptoms may include burning sensation, coughing, wheezing, laryngitis, shortness of breath,
headache, nausea and vomiting. Inhalation may be fatal as a result of spasm inflammation and edema of
the larynx and bronchi, chemical pneumonitis and pulmonary edema.
Ingestion: Extremely destructive to tissues.
Skin Contact: Extremely destructive to skin.
Eye Contact: Extremely destructive to eyes.
Chronic Exposure: No information found.
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Aggravation of Pre-existing Conditions: No information found.
4. First Aid Measures
Inhalation: Remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. Call a physician.
Ingestion: If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE VOMITING. Give large quantities of water. Never give
anything by mouth to an unconscious person. Get medical attention immediately.
Skin Contact: In case of contact, immediately flush skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. Thoroughly clean shoes before
reuse. Get medical attention immediately.
Eye Contact: Immediately flush eyes with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes, lifting lower and upper
eyelids occasionally. Get medical attention immediately.
5. Fire Fighting Measures
Fire: Not considered to be a fire hazard.
Explosion: Not considered to be an explosion hazard.
Fire Extinguishing Media: Use any means suitable for extinguishing surrounding fire.
Special Information: In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-
contained breathing apparatus with full-facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive
pressure mode.
6. Accidental Release Measures
Ventilate area of leak or spill. Remove all sources of ignition. Wear appropriate personal protective
equipment as specified in Section 8. Isolate hazard area. Keep unnecessary and unprotected personnel
from entering. Use water spray to dilute spill to a nonflammable mixture. Contain and recover liquid
when possible. Collect liquid in an appropriate container or absorb with an inert material (e. g.,
vermiculite, dry sand, earth), and place in a chemical waste container. Use non-sparking tools and
equipment. Do not use combustible materials, such as saw dust. Do not flush to sewer!
7. Handling and Storage
Keep in a tightly closed container, stored in a cool, dry, ventilated area. Protect against physical damage.
Isolate from incompatible substances. Containers of this material may be hazardous when empty since
they retain product residues (vapors, liquid); observe all warnings and precautions listed for the product.
8. Exposure Controls/Personal Protection
Airborne Exposure Limits: None established.
Ventilation System: A system of local and/or general exhaust is recommended to keep employee
exposures as low as possible. Local exhaust ventilation is generally preferred because it can control the
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emissions of the contaminant at its source, preventing dispersion of it into the general work area. Please
refer to the ACGIH document, Industrial Ventilation, A Manual of Recommended Practices, most recent
edition, for details.
Personal Respirators (NIOSH-Approved): If the exposure limit is exceeded and engineering controls are
not feasible, a half-face respirator with an acid gas cartridge may be worn for up to ten times the
exposure limit or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate regulatory agency or
respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. A full-face piece respirator with an acid gas cartridge may be
worn up to 50 times the exposure limit, or the maximum use concentration specified by the appropriate
regulatory agency, or respirator supplier, whichever is lowest. For emergencies or instances where the
exposure levels are not known, use a full-facepiece positive-pressure, air-supplied respirator. WARNING:
Air-purifying respirators do not protect workers in oxygen-deficient atmospheres.
Skin Protection: Wear impervious protective clothing, including boots, gloves, lab coat, apron or
coveralls, as appropriate, to prevent skin contact.
Eye Protection:
Use chemical safety goggles and/or a full face shield where splashing is possible. Maintain eye wash
fountain and quick-drench facilities in work area.
9. Physical and Chemical Properties
Product may solidify at room temperature.
Appearance: Clear, colorless liquid.
Odor: Pungent odor.
Solubility: Soluble in water.
Specific Gravity: 1.563
pH: No information found.
% Volatiles by volume @ 21C (70F): No information found.
Boiling Point: 194C (381F)
Melting Point: 9 - 11C (48 - 52F)
Vapor Density (Air=1): 4.5
Vapor Pressure (mm Hg): 1 @ 44C (111F)
Evaporation Rate (BuAc=1): No information found.
10. Stability and Reactivity
Stability: Stable under ordinary conditions of use and storage.
Hazardous Decomposition Products: May emit oxides of carbon and hydrogen chloride gas when heated
to decomposition.
Hazardous Polymerization: Will not occur.
Incompatibilities: Strong oxidizers, bases, and reducing agents.
Conditions to Avoid: Heat and moisture.
11. Toxicological Information
Oral rat LD50: 2820 mg/kg Skin rabbit LD50: 510 mg/kg. Draize, skin, rabbit: 2mg/24hr severe. Draize,
eye, rabbit: 50ug open severe. Investigated as a tumorigen, mutagen, reproductive effector.
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---NTP Carcinogen---
Ingredient Known Anticipated IARC Category
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Dichloroacetic Acid (79-43-6) No No 3
12. Ecological Information
Environmental Fate: No information found.
Environmental Toxicity: No information found.
13. Disposal Considerations
Whatever cannot be saved for recovery or recycling should be managed in an appropriate and approved
waste facility. Although not a listed RCRA hazardous waste, this material may exhibit one or more
characteristics of a hazardous waste and require appropriate analysis to determine specific disposal
requirements. Processing, use or contamination of this product may change the waste management
options. State and local disposal regulations may differ from federal disposal regulations. Dispose of
container and unused contents in accordance with federal, state and local requirements.
14. Transport Information
Domestic (Land, D.O.T.)
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Proper Shipping Name: DICHLOROACETIC ACID
Hazard Class: 8
UN/NA: UN1764
Packing Group: II
International (Water, I.M.O.)
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Proper Shipping Name: DICHLOROACETIC ACID
Hazard Class: 8
UN/NA: UN1764
Packing Group: II
International (Air, I.C.A.O.)
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Proper Shipping Name: DICHLOROACETIC ACID
Hazard Class: 8
UN/NA: UN1764
Packing Group: II
15. Regulatory Information
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--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 1\---------------------------------
Ingredient TSCA EC Japan Australia
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Dichloroacetic Acid (79-43-6) Yes Yes Yes Yes
--------\Chemical Inventory Status - Part 2\---------------------------------
--Canada--
Ingredient Korea DSL NDSL Phil.
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Dichloroacetic Acid (79-43-6) Yes Yes No Yes
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 1\----------------
-SARA 302- ------SARA 313------
Ingredient RQ TPQ List Chemical Catg.
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Dichloroacetic Acid (79-43-6) No No No No
--------\Federal, State & International Regulations - Part 2\----------------
-RCRA- -TSCA-
Ingredient CERCLA 261.33 8(d)
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Dichloroacetic Acid (79-43-6) No No No
Chemical Weapons Convention: No TSCA 12(b): No CDTA: No
SARA 311/312: Acute: Yes Chronic: No Fire: No Pressure: No
Reactivity: No (Pure / Liquid)
WARNING:
THIS PRODUCT CONTAINS A CHEMICAL(S) KNOWN TO THE STATE OF CALIFORNIA TO CAUSE
CANCER.
WHMIS: This MSDS has been prepared according to the hazard criteria of the Controlled Products
Regulations (CPR) and the MSDS contains all of the information required by the CPR.
16. Other Information
NFPA Ratings: Health: 3 Flammability: 1 Reactivity: 0
Label Hazard Warning:
DANGER! CORROSIVE. CAUSES BURNS TO SKIN AND EYES. HARMFUL IF SWALLOWED,
INHALED OR ABSORBED THROUGH SKIN. INHALATION MAY BE FATAL AS A RESULT OF
SPASM/INFLAMMATION OF THE RESPIRATORY TRACT.
Label Precautions:
Do not breathe vapor.
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing.
Keep container closed.
Use only with adequate ventilation.
Wash thoroughly after handling.
Label First Aid:
In case of contact, immediately flush eyes or skin with plenty of water for at least 15 minutes while
removing contaminated clothing and shoes. Wash clothing before reuse. If swallowed, DO NOT INDUCE
VOMITING. Give large quantities of water. Never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person. If
inhaled, remove to fresh air. If not breathing, give artificial respiration. If breathing is difficult, give
oxygen. In all cases get medical attention immediately.
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Product Use:
Laboratory Reagent.
Revision Information:
Original in this format.
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