Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
200-663-8/67-66-3
Name of the chemical
Chloroform
Concentration
>98 0.5-1
General Information
Version
9.1.1.1
Revision date
2017-06-27
Product name
CHLOROFORM
Product Synonyms
cleaning solvent; Freon 20; R 20 refrigerant; 10077; Hydranal chloroform
Chemical name
chloroform
CAS No.
67-66-3
REACH No
01-2119486657-20-XXXX
1.2.1 Relevant identified uses
temperature of carbon tetrachloride; in the rubber industry; as a solvent in organic chemistry. Laboratory reagent. Medical use as anaesthetic discontinued because of toxicity. Major use in modern industry is in the production of fluorocarbon-22, a refrigerant. [~Intermediate ~]
Emergency telephone
1 800 424 9300, +1 703 527 3887
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Company Information
company name
Fisher Scientific (Biolab)
e-mail address of the competent person responsible for the Safety Data Sheet
info@biolab.com.au, CustomerService@Covidien.com, tech@hannainst.com
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard Codes
Hazard statements (CLP)
H302, H315, H319, H331, H351, H361d, H372
Hazard statements
Code
Statements
H302
Harmful if swallowed
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
No 1272/2008 Classification of the substance or mixture
Signal word
DANGER
Hazard statements
H351 Suspected of causing cancer. H361d Suspected of damaging the unborn child. H331 Toxic if inhaled. H315 Causes skin irritation. H372 Causes damage to organs through prolonged or repeated exposure. H319 Causes serious eye irritation. H302 Harmful if swallowed. *LIMITED EVIDENCE
Supplemental label elements
Not Applicable
Prevention
P201 Obtain special instructions before use. P260 Do not breathe mist/vapours/ spray. P271 Use in a well-ventilated area. P280 Wear protective gloves/protective clothing/eye protection/face protection.
Response
P308+P313 IF exposed or concerned: Get medical advice/ attention. P321 Specific treatment (see advice on this label). P305+P351+P338 IF IN EYES: Rinse cautiously with water for several minutes. Remove contact lenses, if present and easy to do. Continue rinsing. P304+P340 IF INHALED: Remove person to fresh air and keep comfortable for breathing.
Storage
P403+P233 Store in a well-ventilated place. Keep container tightly closed. P405 Store locked up.
Disposal
P501 Dispose of contents/container to authorised hazardous or special waste collection point in accordance with any local regulation. 2.3. Other hazards chloroform
2.1 Classification of the substance or mixture
Considered a hazardous substance according to Reg. (EC) No 1272/2008 and its amendments. Classified as Dangerous Goods for transport purposes. CHEMWATCH HAZARD RATINGS Min Max Flammability 0 Toxicity 2 0 = Minimum Body Contact 2 1 = Low 2 = Moderate Reactivity 1 3 = High Chronic 3 4 = Extreme Classification according to H351 - Carcinogenicity Category 2, H361d - Reproductive Toxicity Category 2, H331 - Acute Toxicity (Inhalation) Category 3, H315 - Skin regulation (EC) No 1272/2008 Corrosion/Irritation Category 2, H372 - Specific target organ toxicity - repeated exposure Category 1, H319 - Eye Irritation Category 2, H302 - [CLP] [2] Acute Toxicity (Oral) Category 4 *LIMITED EVIDENCE Legend: 1. Classified by Chemwatch; 2. Classification drawn from Regulation (EU) No 1272/2008 - Annex VI
