Chloroform Reag. Ph Eur
Trichloromethane ; Formyl trichloride
MERCK
Xn
CAS :67-66-3
Do not allow to enter sewerage system
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Hazard / Symptom
Hazard Harmful if swallowed. Irritating to skin. Possible risks of irreversible effects. Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure through inhalation and if swallowed.
After inhalation of vapours coughing , dyspnoea
After absorption agitation, spasms , narcosis
After skin contact irritant effect
After eye contact irritant effect ( mucosal irritations )
After swallowing nausea , vomiting
Systemic effects
After long-term exposure to the chemical drop in blood pressure , headache , ataxia (impaired locomotor coordination) , gastrointestinal complaints , cardiovascular disorders
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Protective equipments / General working measures
GLASS GLOVE RESPIRATOR
NO SMOKING
Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
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Accidental release measures / Fire-fighting measures
Person-related precautionary measures Do not inhale vapours/aerosols. Avoid substance contact.
Procedures for cleaning / absorption Take up with liquid-absorbent material (e.g. Chemizorb® ). Forward for disposal. Allow remainder to evaporate.
Environmental-protection measures Do not allow to enter sewerage system.
Suitable extinguishing media In adaption to materials stored in the immediate neighbourhood.
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First aid
FIRST AID
After inhalation fresh air. If necessary, apply mouth-to-mouth resuscitation or mechanical ventilation. Keep airways free.
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 swallowing Caution if victim vomits. Risk of aspiration!
Additional informations Laxative: Paraffin oil (3 ml/kg). Sodium sulfate (1 tablespoon/1/4 l water). Subsequently administer: activated charcoal (20 - 40 g in 10% slurry). Summon doctor. No castor oil. No milk. No alcohol.
Instructions for the doctor: Gastric lavage.
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