General Information
Revision date
2002-03-18
Product name
Environmentally hazardous substance, solid, n.o.s. (p- dichlorobenzene)
Product Synonyms
2 = MODERATE
Manufacturer Name
Hospital Specialty Company
Emergency telephone
CHEM • TEL (800) 255-3924 Outside USA (813) 248-0585
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Company Information
company name
Hospital Specialty Company
Section 2
Hazardous Ingredients
IDENTITY INFORMATION NFPA Rating HAZARDOUS COMPONENTS % OSHA PEL ACGIH TWA SARA RQ CAS # (OPTIONAL) MG/M3 TITLE III LBS (SPECIFIC CHEMICAL IDENTITY; COMMON NAME(S)) PPM p-Dichlorobenzene (a,b,c,d,e,f) 106-46-7 60 - 100 75 450 10 Yes 100 (a) Indicates a toxic chemical subject to annual reporting requirements of Section 313 of SARA Title III of the Emergency Planning and Community Right-To- Know Act of 1986 and of 40 CFR 372. (b) Indicates that the Resource Conservation and Recovery Act (RCRA) has determined the waste for this chemical is listed as hazardous and must be handled according to regulations in 40 CFR 260-281. (c) The Comprehensive Environmental Response, Compensation, and Liability Act (CERCLA) has notification requirements for releases or spills to the environment of the Reportable Quantity (RQ for this mixture = 100 lbs) or greater amounts, according to 40 CFR 302. (d) Indicates substance appears on National Toxicology Program (NTP) list of carcinogens, International Agency for Research on Cancer (IARC) list of carcinogens or is regulated by the Occupational Safety and Health Administration (OSHA) as a possible carcinogen. (e) California Prop 65, Safe Drinking Water and Toxic Enforcement Act of 1986, chemicals known to the state to cause cancer or reproductive toxicity. A person in the course of doing business must warn others who may consume, come into contact with, or otherwise be exposed to this chemical. (f) Product is listed or defined as a marine pollutant in IMDG Code or 49 CFR 172.101 Appendix B, List of Marine Pollutants and must be classified as an Environmentally Hazardous Substance, Class 9, in addition to any other defined hazards for this product.
Health hazards
DATA ROUTES OF ENTRY - SIGNS AND SYMPTOMS OF EXPOSURE EMERGENCY AND FIRST AID PROCEDURES INHALATION: Inhalation of dust or vapors may irritate the respiratory tract; may Remove affected person to fresh air; provide oxygen if breathing is difficult; if cause headache, dizziness, nausea, vomiting, weight loss and liver and kidney affected person is not breathing, administer CPR and seek emergency damage. May also cause swelling around the eyes and runny nose. medical attention. SKIN: Causes skin irritation, with a slight burning sensation. Red blotching of Remove contaminated clothing; wash affected area with soap and water; the skin due to allergic reactions may occur. May be absorbed through the skin; launder contaminated clothing before reuse; if irritation persists, seek medical symptoms may parallel inhalation. attention. EYES: Contact causes severe irritation and pain associated with redness and Remove contact lenses. Flush eyes with clear running water for 15 minutes swelling of the conjunctiva. while holding eyelids open; if irritation persists, seek medical attention. INGESTION: Material is toxic; may cause headache, dizziness,; may cause Give two glasses of water for dilution; Induce vomiting by sticking fingers headache, dizziness, diarrhea and general weakness; swallowing can produce down throat; never give anything by mouth to an unconscious person; seek adverse health effects paralleling inhalation. medical attention. CARCINOGENICITY NTP? Yes IARC MONOGRAPHS? Yes OSHA REGULATED? No p-Dichlorobenzene is listed as an anticipated carcinogen by NTP and 2B possibly carcinogenic to humans by IARC.
Medical Conditions Generally Aggravated by Exposure
Preexisting skin, eye, or respiratory disorders may become aggravated through prolonged exposure. Form revised 09 / 01 PARADICHLOROBENZENE BLOCKS 06401, 06411, 06901, 01931, 01991 ) Date: March 18, 2002 SECTION 4 - FIRE FIGHTING MEASURES FLASH POINT (METHOD USED)
NFPA Ratings
FLAMMABLE LIMITS 151º F (66º C) CC IIA LEL: 2.5% UEL: 16.0% EXTINGUISHING MEDIA Carbon dioxide, water, water fog, dry chemical, chemical foam SPECIAL FIRE FIGHTING PROCEDURES Airborne dusts may form explosive mixtures if allowed to concentrate in confined area. Contact with strong oxidizers may cause fire. UNUSUAL FIRE AND EXPLOSION HAZARDS In the event of a fire, wear full protective clothing and NIOSH-approved self-contained breathing apparatus with full facepiece operated in the pressure demand or other positive pressure mode. SECTION 5 - ACCIDENTAL RELEASE MEASURES STEPS TO BE TAKEN IN CASE MATERIAL IS RELEASED OR SPILLED: COMBUSTIBLE. Evacuate and ventilate area; avoid breathing dust. Recover and segregate product for reuse; shovel product into approved container for disposal.; for spills in excess of allowable limits (RQ) notify the National Response Center (800) 424 - 8802; refer to CERCLA 40 CFR 302 and SARA Title III, Section 313 40 CFR 372 for detailed instructions concerning reporting requirements. Do not discharge into lakes, ponds, streams or public waters. P-Dichlorobenzene is listed as a Marine Pollutant. SECTION 6 - HANDLING AND STORAGE PRECAUTIONS TO BE TAKEN IN HANDLING AND STORAGE: This material is combustible. It should be stored in tightly closed containers in a cool, dry, well ventilated area. Vapor may form explosive mixtures in air. All sources of ignition should be controlled. Keep this and other chemicals out of reach of children. Avoid inhaling concentrated fumes or vapors. SECTION 7 - EXPOSURE CONTROLS / PERSONAL PROTECTION RESPIRATORY PROTECTION (SPECIFY TYPE): None required while threshold limits (Section 2) are kept below maximum allowable concentrations; if TWA exceeds limits, NIOSH approved respirator must be worn. Refer to 29 CFR 1910.134 or European Standard EN 149 for complete regulations. VENTILATION LOCAL EXHAUST: Required SPECIAL: To maintain minimum TWA and STEL levels. MECHANICAL (GENERAL): Yes OTHER: Engineering and work controls as required. PROTECTIVE GLOVES: Neoprene or rubber gloves with cuffs. EYE PROTECTION: Protective eyeglasses or chemical safety goggles. OTHER PROTECTIVE CLOTHING OR EQUIPMENT: Coveralls, apron, or other equipment should be worn to minimize skin contact. WORK / HYGIENIC PRACTICES: Practice safe workplace habits. Minimize body contact with this, as well as all chemicals in general. SECTION 8 - PHYSICAL / CHEMICAL PROPERTIES BOILING POINT SPECIFIC GRAVITY (WATER = 1) 345º F (174º C) 1.500 VAPOR PRESSURE (MM Hg) pH 0.6 mm Hg @ 20° C Not determined VAPOR DENSITY (AIR = 1) EVAPORATION RATE (WATER = 1) 5.08 Not applicable SOLUBILITY IN WATER % VOLATILE (BY WEIGHT) Practically insoluble in water. 100% @ 70º F
Appearance/Odor
White / pink solid blocks, penetrating mothball odor SECTION 9 - STABILITY AND REACTIVITY STABILITY UNSTABLE: CONDITIONS TO AVOID: Extreme temperatures, open flames, avoid STABLE: XXX generating airborne dust INCOMPATIBILITY (MATERIALS TO AVOID): Oxidizing agents, aluminum and its alloys HAZARDOUS DECOMPOSITION OR BYPRODUCTS: May produce carbon monoxide, carbon dioxide, hydrogen chloride and phosgene when heated to decomposition. HAZARDOUS POLYMERIZATION MAY OCCUR: CONDITIONS TO AVOID: WILL NOT OCCUR: XXX None SECTION 10 - DISPOSAL CONSIDERATIONS