Safety data sheet
According to EC Directive 91/155/EEC
MERCK Schuchardt
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1. Identification of the substance/preparation and of the company/undertaking
Identification of the product
Catalogue No.: 820264
Product name: 2-Chloroacetophenone for synthesis

Manufacturer/supplier identification
Company: Merck Ltd.
9th Floor, Monterey Tower, 2170 New Petchburi Road, Bangkapi, Huaykwang, Bangkok 10320
Tel: (662) 308 - 0218

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2. Composition/information on ingredients
Synonyms
Phenacyl chloride ; omega-Chloroacetophenone

CAS-No.: 532-27-4 EC-Index-No.: -
Molar mass: 154.60 EINECS-No.: 208-531-1
Molecular formula: C8H7ClO

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3. Hazards identification
Toxic if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. May cause sensitization by skin contact.

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4. First aid measures

After skin contact: wash off with plenty of water. Remove contaminated clothing.
After eye contact: rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. Summon eye specialist. After inhalation: fresh air.
After swallowing: make the victim drink plenty of water, induce vomiting. Immediately summon doctor.

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5. Fire-fighting measures
Suitable extinguishing media:
CO2, foam, powder.

Special risks:
Combustible. Development of hazardous combustion gases or vapours possible in the event of fire. The following may develop in event of fire: hydrochloric acid , phosgene

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6. Accidental release measures
Procedures for cleaning / absorption:
Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb® ). Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area. Do not inhale vapours.

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7. Handling and storage
Handling:
No further requirements.

Storage:
Tightly closed. Cool. In a well-ventilated place.

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8. Exposure controls/personal protection
Personal protective equipment:
Respiratory protection: required Filter A (acc. to DIN 3181) for vapours of organic compounds
Eye protection: required
Hand protection: required
Industrial hygiene: Change contaminated clothing. Application of skin-protective barrier cream recommended. Wash hands after working with substance. Work under hood . Do not inhale substance.

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9. Physical and chemical properties
Form: crystals
Colour: colourless
Odour: pungent
pH value not available
Melting temperature 51 - 54 °C
Boiling temperature 245 °C
Ignition temperature not available
Flash point 118 °C
Explosion limits lower not available
upper not available
Vapour pressure (20 °C) 0.02 hPa
Solubility in water (20 °C) insoluble
ethanol (20 °C) soluble
ether (20 °C) soluble

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10. Stability and reactivity
Conditions to be avoided
no information available

Substances to be avoided
no information available

Hazardous decomposition products
hydrochloric acid

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11. Toxicological information
Acute toxicity
LD50 (oral, rat): 50 mg/kg

Further toxicological information
Toxic effect on: Lacrimal irritation due to vapours. After inhalation: Irritations of the mucous membranes, coughing, and dyspnoea. After absorption of large quantities: nausea , vomiting , drop in blood pressure , CNS disorders , narcosis
Further hazardous properties cannot be excluded.

Further data
The product should be handled with the care usual when dealing with chemicals.

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12. Ecological information
Do not allow to enter waters, waste water, or soil!

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13. Disposal considerations
Product:
There are no uniform EC Regulations for the disposal of chemicals or residues. Chemical residues generally count as special waste. The disposal of the latter is regulated in the EC member countries through corresponding laws and regulations. We recommend that you contact either the authorities in charge or approved waste disposal companies which will advise you on how to dispose of special waste.

Packaging:
Disposal in compliance with official regulations. Handle contaminated packaging in the same way as the substance itself. If not officially specified differently, non-contaminated packaging may be treated like household waste or recycled.

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14. Transport information
Transport over land ADR/RID and GGVS/GGVE (Germany)
GGVS/GGVE class: 6.1 Number and letter: 17b
ADR/RID class: 6.1 Number and letter: 17b
Name of material: 1697 CHLORACETOPHENON

River transport ADN/ADNR
not examined

Sea transport IMDG
IMDG class: 6.1 UN-No.: 1697 Packaging group: II
Ems: 6.1-02 MFAG: 740
Correct technical name: CHLOROACETOPHENONE,SOLID

Air transport ICAO-TI and IATA-DGR
ICAO/IATA class: 6.1 UN/ID-No.: 1697 Packaging group:
Correct technical name: CHLOROACETOPHENONE,SOLID

The transport regulations are cited according to international regulations and in the form applicable in Germany (GGVS/GGVE). Possible national deviations in other countries are not considered.

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15. Regulatory information
Labelling according to EC Directives
Symbol: T Toxic immediately and show this container or label.
R-phrases: R 25-36/37-43 Toxic if swallowed. Irritating to eyes and respiratory system. May cause sensitization by skin contact.
S-phrases: S 24-37-45 Avoid contact with skin. Wear suitable gloves. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible).
EC-No.: 208-531-1 EC label

German regulations
Water pollution class 2 (polluting substance)

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16. Other information
Reason for alteration
Change in labelling.
General update.

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