Epichlorohydrin
Epichlorohydrin (C3H5ClO) is a colorless liquid with a pungent, chloroform-like odor. It is primarily used in the production of epoxy resins, elastomers, and other chemical products.
Packing:
Typically available in 240kg/drum.
Applications:
Epichlorohydrin is a versatile chemical compound with various applications:
- Epoxy Resin Production: The primary use is as a precursor to epoxy resins.
- Elastomer Production: Used in the manufacture of synthetic elastomers.
- Chemical Intermediate: Used in the synthesis of various other chemical compounds.
Hazard Identification:
Epichlorohydrin is a flammable and toxic liquid. The main hazards associated with its use include:
- GHS Hazard Pictograms:
- Signal Word: Danger
- Hazard Statements:
- H226: Flammable liquid and vapor.
- H301: Toxic if swallowed.
- H311: Toxic in contact with skin.
- H315: Causes skin irritation.
- H317: May cause an allergic skin reaction.
- H319: Causes serious eye irritation.
- H331: Toxic if inhaled.
- H341: Suspected of causing genetic defects.
- H350: May cause cancer.
- H412: Harmful to aquatic life with long lasting effects.
Precautionary Statements:
To handle Epichlorohydrin safely, the following precautions are recommended:
- Prevention:
- P201: Obtain special instructions before use.
- P202: Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood.
- P210: Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. No smoking.
- P233: Keep container tightly closed.
- P240: Ground and bond container and receiving equipment.
- P241: Use explosion-proof electrical/ventilating/lighting equipment.
- P242: Use only non-sparking tools.
- P243: Take precautionary measures against static discharge.
- P261: Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapours/spray.
- P264: Wash thoroughly after handling.
- P270: Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product.
- P271: Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area.
- P272: Contaminated work clothing should not be allowed out of the workplace.
- P273: Avoid release to the environment.
- P280: Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
- Response:
- P301+P310: IF SWALLOWED: Immediately call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
- P302+P352: IF ON SKIN: Wash with plenty of water.
- P303+P361+P353: IF ON SKIN (or hair): Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower.
- P304+P340: IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
- P305+P351+P338: IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing.
- P308+P313: IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/attention.
- P311: Call a POISON CENTER/doctor.
- P321: Specific treatment (see supplemental first aid instructions on this label).
- P330: Rinse mouth.
- P333+P313: If skin irritation or rash occurs: Get medical advice/attention.
- P337+P313: If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention.
- P361+P364: Take off immediately all contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
- P362+P364: Take off contaminated clothing and wash it before reuse.
- P370+P378: In case of fire: Use appropriate media to extinguish.
- Storage:
- P403+P233: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed.
- P403+P235: Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep cool.
- P405: Store locked up.
- Disposal:
- P501: Dispose of contents/container in accordance with local/regional/national/international regulations.
REACH CERTIFICATE
| Field | Details |
|---|---|
| Substance Name | Epichlorohydrin |
| EC/List Number | 203-439-8 |
| CAS Number | 106-89-8 |
| Registration Number | (Specify Registration Number Here) |
| Registration Date | (Specify Registration Date Here) |
| Tonnage Band | >1000 tonnes/year |
| Registration Type | Full Registration |
| EC/List Name | Epichlorohydrin |
| Current Only Representative | Various ORs / Joint Submission |
| Company UID | (Not publicly available for joint submissions) |
