Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
67-72-1
Name of the chemical
Hexachloroethane
Concentration
<=100
General Information
Version
6
Revision date
2026-07-25
Product name
Hexachloroethane
Product Synonyms
Ethane hexachloride; 1,1,1,2,2,2-Hexachloroethane; Ethylene hexachloride
CAS No.
67-72-1
supplier name
Avocado Research Chemicals Ltd
Emergency telephone
001-201-796-7100, +32 14 57 52 99, 001-800-424-9300, 001-703-527-3887
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Company Information
company name
Avocado Research Chemicals Ltd
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
begel.sdsdesk@thermofisher.com
GHS Information
Signal word
Warning
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H303, H319, H351, H410
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H303
May be harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
Physical State
Appearance/Odor
Powder Solid White Strong Emergency Overview Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of causing cancer. Harmful to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. May be harmful if swallowed Classification of the substance or mixture Acute Oral Toxicity Category 5 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2B Carcinogenicity Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Category 3 Chronic aquatic toxicity Category 1 Label Elements
Signal word
Warning Hazard Statements H319 - Causes serious eye irritation H351 - Suspected of causing cancer H410 - Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects H303 - May be harmful if swallowed
Prevention
P264 - Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling P270 - Do not eat, drink or smoke when using this product P280 - Wear eye protection/ face protection P201 - Obtain special instructions before use P202 - Do not handle until all safety precautions have been read and understood
Response
P301 + P312 - IF SWALLOWED: Call a POISON CENTER or doctor if you feel unwell 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
Storage
P403 - Store in a well-ventilated place
Disposal
P501 - Dispose of contents/ container to an approved waste disposal plant
Other physicochemical hazards
None identified.
Health hazards
Causes serious eye irritation. Suspected of causing cancer. May be harmful if swallowed.
Environmental hazards
Harmful to aquatic life. Very toxic to aquatic life with long lasting effects. . Is not likely mobile in the environment due its low water solubility. Spillage unlikely to penetrate soil. No information available This product does not contain any known or suspected endocrine disruptors.
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Classification of the substance or mixture Acute Oral Toxicity Category 5 Serious Eye Damage/Eye Irritation Category 2B Carcinogenicity Category 2 Acute aquatic toxicity Category 1 Category 3 Chronic aquatic toxicity
