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Chloroacetic acid for synthesis

Monochloroacetic acid

CAS :79-11-8

Storage class :6.1 A

Do not allow to enter sewerage system

Hazard / Symptom
Hazard	Toxic if swallowed. Causes burns. Very toxic to aquatic organisms.
After inhalation	Irritations of the mucous membranes, coughing, and dyspnoea. burns
After skin contact	Burns.
After eye contact	Burns. Risk of blindness!
After swallowing	irritations of mucous membranes in the mouth, pharynx, oesophagus and gastrointestinal tract.
Additional informations	No description of any further symptoms is avaiable.

Protective equipments / General working measures

Do not breathe vapour. Wear suitable gloves. In case of accident or if you feel unwell, seek medical advice immediately (show the label where possible). Avoid release to the environment. Refer to special instructions/Safety data sheets.

Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures	Avoid generation of dusts; do not inhale dusts. Avoid substance contact. Ensure supply of fresh air in enclosed rooms.
Environmental-protection measures	Do not allow to enter sewerage system.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption	Take up dry. Forward for disposal. Clean up affected area. Avoid generation of dusts.
Suitable extinguishing media	Water, CO₂, foam, powder.

First aid

After inhalation	fresh air. If necessary, apply mouth-to-mouth resuscitation or mechanical ventilation.
After skin contact	wash off with plenty of water. Dab with polyethylene glycol 400. Immediately remove contaminated clothing.
After eye contact	rinse out with plenty of water for at least 10 minutes with the eyelid held wide open. Immediately summon eye specialist.
After swallowing	make victim drink plenty of water, avoid vomiting (risk of perforation!). Immediately summon doctor.