Note: Ingredients listed on restricted chemical lists
EC/CAS
68-12-2
Name of the chemical
Dimethyl formamide; N,N-dimethylformamide (DMFa)
Concentration
<0.3
General Information
Revision date
2004-04-27
Product name
Pivaloyl Chloride
Product Synonyms
PVCL; Trimethylacetyl Chloride; 2,2-Dimethyl Propanoyl Chloride; Acid
Emergency telephone
1-304-843-1300
Icons in SDS
Company Information
company name
PPG Industries, Inc
GHS Information
Signal word
DANGER!
Section 2
SECTION 2: Hazards identification
EMERGENCY OVERVIEW: DANGER! Flammable. Poison. Corrosive - Causes severe burns to eyes, skin and respiratory tract. May be absorbed through the skin. Harmful or fatal if inhaled. Harmful or fatal if swallowed. Contains trace amounts of Dimethyl Carbamoyl Chloride (DMCC) which is listed as a carcinogen by IARC (Group 2A). Overexposure may create cancer risk. Keep away from heat, sparks, flames and other sources of ignition.
Precautionary statements
Do not get in eyes, on skin, or on clothing. This product is corrosive and causes severe burns. Even small amounts splashed into the eyes can cause blindness. Contaminated clothing must be isolated to prevent further exposure. Do not breathe vapors. Vapors are poisonous and corrosive and may cause severe and permanent injuries. Wear respiratory protection whenever exposure to vapors is likely. Use only with adequate ventilation. Ventilation must be sufficient to limit employee exposure to this product below permissible exposure limits. Do not swallow. Swallowing can cause severe internal burns and may be fatal. Wash thoroughly every day after work. Remove and wash contaminated clothing before reuse. Do not eat, drink or smoke in work area.
