Chloral Hydrate

2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture

This chemical is considered hazardous by the 2012 OSHA Hazard Communication Standard (29 CFR 1910.1200). Serious eye damage/eye irritation Category 2 Specific target organ toxicity (single exposure) Category 3 Flammable Liquids Category 2

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Danger

Hazard statements

Causes serious eye irritation May cause drowsiness or dizziness Highly flammable liquid and vapor . Appearance Clear, colorless Physical state Liquid Odor Aromatic

Prevention

Wash face, hands and any exposed skin thoroughly after handling Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection Avoid breathing dust/fume/gas/mist/vapors/spray Use only outdoors or in a well-ventilated area Keep away from heat/sparks/open flames/hot surfaces. - No smoking Keep container tightly closed Ground/bond container and receiving equipment Use explosion-proof electrical/ ventilating/ lighting/ equipment Use only non-sparking tools Take precautionary measures against static discharge Keep cool Wear eye/face protection

Response

Eyes IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing If eye irritation persists: Get medical advice/attention Skin IF ON SKIN (or hair): Remove/Take off immediately all contaminated clothing. Rinse skin with water/shower Inhalation IF INHALED: Remove victim to fresh air and keep at rest in a position comfortable for breathing Call a POISON CENTER or doctor/physician if you feel unwell Fire In case of fire: Use CO2, dry chemical, or foam for extinction

Storage

Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed Store locked up

Precautionary statements

Disposal Dispose of contents/container to an approved waste disposal plant

2.3 Other hazards

Not applicable Unknown Toxicity 0 % of the mixture consists of ingredient(s) of unknown toxicity

Further information

May be harmful if inhaled PROLONGED OR REPEATED CONTACT MAY DRY SKIN AND CAUSE IRRITATION Exposure to chlorinated hydrocarbons, such as chloroform and trichloroethane, may increase toxic effects INHALATION MAY CAUSE CENTRAL NERVOUS SYSTEM EFFECTS

Interactions with other chemicals

Use of alcoholic beverages may enhance toxic effects.