MATERIAL SAFETY DATA SHEET
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Product :
CHLOROFORM
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Product Code : DL5100 - 200mL Amber Poisons Bottle
STATEMENT OF HAZARDOUS NATURE
Classified as hazardous according to criteria of NOHSC.
IDENTIFICATION
Other Names :
Trichloromethane, Formyl trichloride
U.N. Number :
1888
Dangerous Goods Class :
6.1
Hazchem Code :
2Z
Subsidiary Risk :
None
CAS Number :
67-66-3
Pack. Grp. :
III
Poisons Schedule Number : S6
PHYSICAL DESCRIPTION / PROPERTIES
Appearance .........................: Heavy, colourless, volatile, highly refractive liquid.
Odour …………………….: Characteristic odour.
Odour Threshold …………: 200 – 300 ppm
Boiling Point (oC) ..............: 61.2
Melting Point (oC) ……….: -63.5
Vapour Pressure .................: 213 hPa (20oC)
Specific Gravity .................: 1.485g/mL @ 20oC
Flashpoint (oC) ..................: NA
Flammability Limits (%) ....: NA
Autoignition Temp. ………: 982oC
Solubility in Water (g/L) ....: 8 g/L @ 20oC
Other Properties ...............: Highly reactive with strong bases, strong oxidizing agents, alkaline
metals, ketone solvents with strong base and finely divided metals eg aluminium.
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MSDS : CHLOROFORM (continued)
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Ingredients :
Chemical Entity
Chloroform
Use/Action :
CAS Number
67-66-3
Proportion
100%
Solvent for professional dental use.
HEALTH HAZARD INFORMATION
Health Effects
Acute
Swallowed :
Harmful if swallowed. May cause gastrointestinal upset. Causes severe burning
in mouth and throat, pain in chest and vomiting. May also cause severe irritation
to the mouth, oesophagus and stomach after prolonged exposure. Large quantities
may cause symptoms similar to inhalation. Possible hepato-renal (liver and
kidney) problems and cardiovascular problems may occur. Symptoms may
include nausea, vomiting, perforation with severe abdominal pain and breathing
difficulties.
Eye :
May cause moderate to severe irritation to the eye with a passing sensation of
intense burning. Splashes may cause severe irritation and possible eye damage.
Skin :
Contact with skin may result in irritation. Can be absorbed through the skin with
resultant toxic affects.
Inhaled :
Acts as a relatively potent anaesthetic. May cause nausea, vomiting, drowsiness,
dizziness and headache. High concentrations can cause central nervous system
depression and cardiac arrhythmia. Exposure to higher concentrations may result
in confusion, hallucinations, perceptual distortions, delirium, shortness of breath;
possibly leading to loss of consciousness and even death. May cause liver injury
and blood disorders. Cardiac disorders are aggravated by stress and lack of oxygen.
Chronic :
Possible risk of irreversible effects. Prolonged inhalation or ingestion may cause
liver and kidney disorders, central nervous system problems, gastro-intestinal
problems and death. Harmful: danger of serious damage to health by prolonged
exposure through inhalation and if swallowed.
Other information : May cause adverse reproductive effects such as birth defects, miscarriages or
infertility based on animal studies.
First Aid
Swallowed :
Rinse mouth thoroughly with water immediately. give plenty of water to drink. Do
not induce vomiting. Seek immediate medical assistance.
Eye :
Immediately irrigate with copious quantity of water for at least 15 minutes. Eyelids
to be held open. Seek medical attention.
Skin :
Wash affected areas with copious quantities of water immediately. Remove
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MSDS : CHLOROFORM (continued)
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Skin (continued) : contaminated clothing and wash before re-use. Seek medical advice if affects
persist.
Inhaled :
Remove victim to fresh air. If breathing laboured and patient cyanotic (blue), ensure
airways are clear and have qualified person give oxygen through a face mask. If
breathing has stopped apply artificial respiration at once. In the event of cardiac
arrest, apply external cardiac massage. Seek urgent medical assistance.
First Aid Facilities : Maintain eye wash and drench facilities in the work place.
Advise to Doctor : Consult Poisons Information Centre Ph : 13 11 26
Do not administer catecholamines due to the cardiac effect caused by the
product.
Carcinogenicity Carcinogen Category 3 – Substance suspected of having carcinogenic potential
– Work Safe Aust.
PRECAUTIONS FOR USE
Exposure Limits :
10 mg/m3 OES (Long-term, 8 hour TWA)
Odour threshold is above TWA.
Engineering Controls : Provide sufficient ventilation to ensure that the working environment is
below the TWA. Where vapours or mists are generated, particularly in
enclosed areas and natural ventilation is adequate, a flame proof exhaust
ventilation system is required. Refer to AS 1940 – The storage and handling
of flammable and combustible liquids and AS 2430 – Explosive gas
atmospheres for further information concerning ventilation requirements.
Personal Protection : Where ventilation is not adequate, respiratory protection may be required.
Avoid breathing vapours or mists. Where mists or vapours exceed the
exposure standards the use of the following is recommended : Approved
respirator with organic vapour and dust/mist filters. Filter capacity and
respirator type depends on exposure levels.
Flammability :
Non flammable. Will burn on prolonged exposure to flame or high
temperature.
SAFE HANDLING INFORMATION
Storage and Transport : Store in a cool, dry, well ventilated area and out of direct sunlight. Store
away from strong bases, oxidizing agents, metals, ketone solvents and
aluminium. Keep containers securely sealed.
Dangerous Goods of Class 6 (Toxic and Infectious Substances) are
compatible in a placard load with any of the following :
Class 1, Class 3, if the Class 3 dangerous goods are nitromethane, Class 8, if
the Class 6 dangerous goods are cyanides and the Class 8 dangerous goods
are acids; and are incompatible with food packaging in any quantity.
Spills and Disposal :
Do NOT touch spilled material unless wearing appropriate protective
clothing. Provent entry into waterways, drains and confined areas. Absorb
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MSDS : CHLOROFORM (continued)
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with earth, sand or other non-combustible material and transfer to container.
DO NOT GET WATER INSIDE CONTAINERS.
SEEK EXPERT ADVICE ON HANDLING AND DISPOSAL.
Fire/Explosion Hazard : Will burn on prolonged exposure to flame or high temperature. Fire or heat
will produce irritating, poisonous and/or corrosive gases. Run off may
pollute waterways.
OTHER INFORMATION : Oral LD50 (rat) : 908 mg/Kg
R22 Harmful if swallowed.
R38 Irritating to skin.
R40(3) Possible risk of irreversible effects.
R48/20/22 Harmful : danger of serious damage to health by prolonged exposure
through inhalation and if swallowed.
Safety Statement S36/37 Wear suitable protective clothing and gloves.
Hazard Category Harmful, Irritant
Risk Statement
CONTACT POINT : Dentalife Pty. Ltd.
ACN 085 195 044
55 Montana Parade
Croydon VIC 3136 Australia
Telephone Number : (03) 9879 1226
International : +61 3 9879 1226
Fax Number
: (03) 9879 1376
International : +61 3 9879 1376
Email : [email protected]
This MSDS summarises our best knowledge of the health and safety hazard information of the
product and how to safely handle and use the product in the workplace. No warranty, either
expressed or implied, is made with respect to the information or the product to which the
information refers. Each user must review this MSDS in the context of how the product will be
handled and used in the workplace.
Date of Issue : 23/01/06
Reviewed : 10/09/2009
Next Review : Sept 2011
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